Gender identity

When we are born our gender is classed as male or female based on our physical body. However, for some children or young people, as they grow older they may start to have thoughts or feelings that may differ from this. Sometimes it can be confusing or difficult for those who have conflicting ideas about the person they are and the physical body they have.

If this sounds like you, and you would like some more support or advice, please see below two organisations you can contact.

The Allsorts Youth Project is a leading charity founded in 1999 for children and young people who are trans or gender exploring. It offers specialist services online, one-to-one support, advice and resources. You can access support at allsortsyouth.org.uk.

Pop'n'Olly is an LGBTQ+ equality educational resource used by children, parents, carers and teachers. Their videos and books are used in primary schools across the UK, and beyond, to teach about equality, diversity and acceptance.

Created by Olly Pike, Pop'n'Olly 'usualises' different types of people, particularly those who may be LGBTQ+, and ultimately aims to combat homo-, bi- and transphobia before it can even begin.