Outhouse East
We are here to offer support and information to the lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people of Essex. Based in Colchester town centre, we provide a range of services and groups free of charge.
Whatever is going on for you, from counselling to health advice, from homophobia and transphobia reporting information to legal advice, from housing to employment, we may have the thing you need to make life a little better. We also offer social and support groups for women, men and young people.
Whatever is going on for you, from counselling to health advice, from homophobia and transphobia reporting information to legal advice, from housing to employment, we may have the thing you need to make life a little better. We also offer social and support groups for women, men and young people.
HELPLINE
0845 123 23 88 (7pm-10pm weekdays)
Ms Grace: Christmas Party
Friday 6th December, 8-11pm
Outhouse East
Ms Grace is Outhouse East's monthly social for lesbian & bisexual women. Join us for our Christmas bash, and let's get festive!
Friday 6th December, 8-11pm
Outhouse East
Ms Grace is Outhouse East's monthly social for lesbian & bisexual women. Join us for our Christmas bash, and let's get festive!
Trans Drop-in: Christmas Party!
Saturday 7th December, 2-5pm
Outhouse East
A social for individuals who identify as trans, taking place on the first Saturday of each month. Come along for our Christmas party! Friends, partners and family members welcome.
Saturday 7th December, 2-5pm
Outhouse East
A social for individuals who identify as trans, taking place on the first Saturday of each month. Come along for our Christmas party! Friends, partners and family members welcome.
The Tuesday Affair - Christmas Quiz Night
Tuesday 10 December, 7-10pm
Outhouse East
Join us for our regular social night for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and questioning students at Outhouse East. On Tuesday 10 December we host a Christmas quiz in collaboration with the University of Essex LGBT & Friends Society.
Tuesday 10 December, 7-10pm
Outhouse East
Join us for our regular social night for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and questioning students at Outhouse East. On Tuesday 10 December we host a Christmas quiz in collaboration with the University of Essex LGBT & Friends Society.
LGBT Community Carol Service
Thursday 12th December, 8pm
Lion Walk United Reformed Church, Colchester
Followed by refreshments at Outhouse East
Thursday 12th December, 8pm
Lion Walk United Reformed Church, Colchester
Followed by refreshments at Outhouse East
Outhouse East Christmas Party
Saturday 21st December
10:30am-1:00pm
Join us for mince pies and merriment at our last Saturday morning social before Christmas!
Saturday 21st December
10:30am-1:00pm
Join us for mince pies and merriment at our last Saturday morning social before Christmas!
Recruiting Trustees!
We are seeking Trustees for Outhouse East, the charity supporting delivery of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender equality in Essex – and beyond.
THE ROLE: Our current group of Trustees is highly committed but small in number. We have a bold 5 year Strategic Plan for the charity, and having carried out a recent skills audit we would now like to expand our Board to include people with a diverse range of attributes and skills. Knowledge, experience or expertise in the below matters would be particularly welcome, as would applications from women who are currently under-represented:
Funding and fundraising • Governance and strategic planning • Marketing and communications • Legal • Human resources/supervision/appraisal skills • LGBT social and health issues • Health & social care policy
We hold friendly yet purposeful monthly Board meetings, and all Trustees are encouraged to take an active role in life at the Outhouse (our building in Colchester), whether by volunteering or just dropping by when they can!
* For further information, please contact our Chair, Dr Greg Ussher, via email at wazgreg@hotmail.com in the first instance.
THE ROLE: Our current group of Trustees is highly committed but small in number. We have a bold 5 year Strategic Plan for the charity, and having carried out a recent skills audit we would now like to expand our Board to include people with a diverse range of attributes and skills. Knowledge, experience or expertise in the below matters would be particularly welcome, as would applications from women who are currently under-represented:
Funding and fundraising • Governance and strategic planning • Marketing and communications • Legal • Human resources/supervision/appraisal skills • LGBT social and health issues • Health & social care policy
We hold friendly yet purposeful monthly Board meetings, and all Trustees are encouraged to take an active role in life at the Outhouse (our building in Colchester), whether by volunteering or just dropping by when they can!
* For further information, please contact our Chair, Dr Greg Ussher, via email at wazgreg@hotmail.com in the first instance.
Recruiting volunteers in South West Essex!
Ever thought about getting more involved in working with your local LGBT community? We are actively recruiting volunteers in South West Essex to be part of an exciting new pilot project, LGBT Health Champions, to offer help, sign posting and support to your local LGBT community. The role includes attending events and visiting local venues.
If this sounds like something you might like to get involved with contact Hannah Fletcher, Volunteer Coordinator for Outhouse East.
Email: hannah.fletcher@outhouseeast.org.uk
If this sounds like something you might like to get involved with contact Hannah Fletcher, Volunteer Coordinator for Outhouse East.
Email: hannah.fletcher@outhouseeast.org.uk
Registered Charity No 1006244