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Today’s figures from the Home Office show that anti-LGBT+ hate crime has, for the second year running, risen at twice the rate of other forms of hate crime over the last year.

Galop is proud to share five new information sheets for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT+) survivors of domestic abuse and the professionals supporting them.

This is a guide for LGBT+ people who have experienced anti-LGBT+ hate. It includes information on a wide range of topics relating to hate crime, including your rights, sources of support, and the criminal justice system. We created this guide to help LGBT+ victims answer the following questions: What is hate crime? Where can I […]

This information sheet explained the financial assistance available if you experience anti LGBT+ hate or abuse.  Hate crime can have a significant impact on many different parts of your life, including your finances.  You might have to take time off of work, travel to appointments, pay medical bills, replace valuable items or move house. Help is […]

Asexual and aromantic people can face prejudice and hate crime, which service providers and criminal justice agencies have a duty to tackle. The information below aims to assist services to better understand and serve the needs of ace people who experience hate crime. Prevalence of acephobia Whilst social awareness is growing, asexuality and aromanticism are still not […]

Malachi contacted Galop after reporting being raped by a male acquaintance that they had met online.

This information sheet offers advice on what constitutes domestic violence and abuse and outlines some of the unique aspects of domestic abuse as experienced by lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender + (LGBT+) people. Your safety should always be your first priority and if you are ever in immediate danger, call the police on 999. Local […]

This factsheet offers information on the emergency housing and support options open to LGBT+ people experiencing domestic abuse.  Finding yourself without a safe home If it’s unsafe for you to remain in your home or you are forced to leave because of domestic abuse, support exists to help you find a safe place to live. […]

If you have suffered an injury as the result of an anti-LGBT+ attack, sexual assault or abuse or domestic violence, you may be entitled to financial compensation from the government.  This information sheet provides tells you about the Criminal Injuries Compensation Claim, and how we can support you with this. The Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme is […]

Galop is proud to launch to the LGBT+ Domestic Abuse Forum as part of its National LGBT+ Domestic Abuse Helpline Service.