About us
Who we are
Set up in 1975 Switchboard has been listening to and informing lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) people in Brighton & Hove and beyond. Originally a helpline, we have developed additional services and now offer much much more.
Switchboard is a charity for LGBTQ people looking for a sense of community, support or information. We connect people and support them directly through 10 specially developed Switchboard services, or link them to other specialist organisations.
Our Vision is an inclusive and diverse society in which all LGBTQ people can realise their own unique potential.
Our Mission, as a charity run by and for LGBTQ people to work to understand and respond to the needs of all LGBTQ communities.
Our Values:
Tenacious: We boldly challenge inequality and injustice, spearheading change for the community we serve.
Responsive: We involve the community we serve in all we do, putting LGBT voices at the heart of our decisions.
Person Centred: We listen to our service users, ensuring they feel heard & supported, providing safer and more responsive services.