Oxford Friend was an Oxford-based LGBTQ+ charity that offered emotional support and counseling to the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community in Oxford and Oxfordshire. The original volunteers were affiliated with the local branch of the Campaign for Homosexual Equality (CHE). Listening services were provided through telephone, email, Facebook, and instant messaging.[1] The charity also offered training on LGBTQ+ issues for educational institutions and other organizations in and around Oxfordshire. Oxford Friend raised funds through a grant from Oxford City Council (as part of their campaign to support the local LGBTQ+ community),[2] donations, and external training packages.[3]
| Founded | 1980 |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | |
| Website | OxfordFriend.co.uk |
The group was established in 1980[4] and registered as a charity in 1988. In 2006, the group was honored with the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service.[5] Oxford Friend officially closed on 31 March 2020.
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References edit
- ^ "Services provided by Oxford Friend". Oxford Friend. Archived from the original on 18 January 2010. Retrieved 14 February 2011.
- ^ "Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people". Oxford City Council. Retrieved 15 March 2011.
- ^ "Oxford Friend's Finances". Oxford Friend. Archived from the original on 3 March 2009. Retrieved 14 February 2011.
- ^ "Friendly advice just one call away". The Oxford Times. 10 December 2008. Retrieved 15 March 2011.
- ^ "2006 winners of the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service in South-East England". The National Archives. Archived from the original on 16 April 2009. Retrieved 15 March 2011.
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