Local groups
NeuroQueer group – for those who identify as both LGBTQI+ and neurodivergent
Click here to see the NeuroQueer poster
NeuroQueer is a group run for and by people who identify as LGBTQ+ and who are neurodivergent (whether formally diagnosed or not)
They are a peer-led social and support group that aims to offer a balance of structured activities and discussion, with opportunities to informally socialise.
NeuroQueer is open to anyone aged 16+ who lives in Leicester, Leicestershire or Rutland who is LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent (including people who self-identify or are exploring whether a formal diagnosis might be useful to them).
The group meets on the second Tuesday of each month, from 6-8pm, at Trade’s Sexual Health’s office at 27 Bowling Green Street, Leicester LE1 6AS.
It is free to attend. Just turn up to the meeting. However, if you want to find out what to expect, email info@tradesexualhealth.com for more information
For more information about Trade Sexual Health, visit their website:
Take a look at their social media accounts:
Instagram: @wearetradehealth
BlueSky: @wearetradehealth.bsky.social
or call: 0116 254 1747
Local groups for parents and carers
Revive Coalville
A café style support hub in Coalville – for anyone raising a child or supporting an adult with additional needs
Resources available to borrow for free
– mini sensory shop
– free goody bags
– equipment and resources available
– no diagnosis needed
– help to navigate and understand the education system
Contact Laura for more information
Phone: 07487543584
Email: reviveforyou@gmail.com
National groups
The GROVE - online social groups for autistic young people
The GROVE – is an entirely autistic staffed organisation supporting autistic young people through online mentoring and peer groups – and more
Their groups:
- they run online
- they are just for fun – and themed on shared interests, so that autistic young people have the chance to connect with like- minded peers
- they are very small (4-8 young people)
- everyone is autistic including the mentors
- they run weekly and are on-going for a real sense of belonging and routine
- the mentors are fairly paid for their work so the groups are not free but there are discounts for parents who are self-funding (as opposed to receiving funding from the Local Authority etc) and they offer at least one ‘Pay What You Can Space’ per group as well
- the GROVE promotes a neuro-affirming approach
Full information about the Grove can be found here:
