Regional Transgender Projects
Western Boys - A Group offering Guidance and Support for FTM
This is a group based in the South West for female to male (FTM) identified people. They offer support to those at any stage of transition from those still considering their gender identity to people who have completed their transition. They meet on the third Saturday of each month (except in December) from 6.30 pm - 9 pm. For further information please visit their website www.westernboys.org or email: info@westernboys.org
Chrysalis - Meeting Centres in Southampton and Portsmouth
Chrysalis state their aim to be to promote self confidence and well being through education, practical application and support, thus enabling progression into becoming a whole person capable of independent living. Their webpage also provides leaflets and articles. To read more please visit: http://www.chrysalis-gii.co.uk/
The Rubicon Society - Support Group
This society is based in the South West and is a support group specialising in transgender issues. To contact them please call: 07714 288 048
Swindon Transgender Group
This group meets on the 2nd Saturday of the month between 19:30 and 22:30 at The Roughmoor Club, Swindon. There is discrete private parking, light refreshment and changing facilities.
There is also an opportunity for a restaurant meal after the meetings for those interested. The group extends a warm welcome to all transgendered and their family and friends.
The info line is available on either 01793 420262 or 01249 891137
Cameo Group
This is a Transgender support group based in the Bournemouth and Poole area. They host various events. To read more you can visit their website: www.cameogroup.org.uk
Press For Change
Press for Change is a political lobbying and educational organisation, which campaigns to acheive equal civil rights and liberties for all trans people in the UK, through legislation and social change. To read more please visit: www.pfc.org.uk
GLOSCATS - Social Support Group
This is a social support group in the Gloucester area aimed primarily for the needs of MTF individuals but also welcome FTM individuals offering nights out, support, advice and fun. To read further you can visit their website: http://www.freewebs.com/gloscats/
Looking Glass Society
The Looking Glass Society is a non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting understanding and acceptance of Transsexual/Gender Dysphoric people. It publishes a range of booklets concerning the condition and engages in education work, particularly aimed at people involved in caring for or working with those with Gender Dysphoria. To read more you can visit their website: www.looking-glass.greenend.org.uk
