Role of a gender outreach worker in the Leeds Gender Service Easy Read

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What is a gender outreach worker?

Illustration of two people pointing to information symbols on their clothes, with the words “about us” at the top. Gender Outreach Workers support people on the Leeds Gender Identity Service waiting list and care pathway who are:

  • Aged 18 and over
  • Transgender
  • Non-binary
  • Gender diverse

We also support people who are thinking about referral to the Leeds Gender Identity Service.

We have lived experience of gender transition.
Illustration of two people sitting at a desk facing each other with arrows between them, showing a one-to-one meeting. We offer 1 to 1 support:

  • To discuss needs related to your gender transition
  • For help with documents
  • For questions you might have
  • For information about the Leeds Gender Identity Service
  • To help you find local support services
Illustration of different documents with pictures and simple text, supported by an open hand underneath. Documents we can support with:

  • Name change documents
  • ID documents
  • Gender Recognition Certificates

What one to one support can we offer?

Illustration of two computers facing each other, each showing people on the screen, with arrows between the screens to show a video call happening. We can chat one to one with you on a video call.
Illustration of a telephone with an information symbol, showing calling for information. We can chat one to one with you on a phone call.
Illustration of two people sitting at a table, one holding papers, showing an in-person meeting. We can chat one to one with you in person.

 What social groups and peer support groups we offer?

Illustration of four people around a table with speech and thought bubbles and a document, showing a group meeting. Groups can help you to connect with other people.

Groups can help with support.

You can join in, or you can just listen to other people.
Illustration of four people sitting around a table having a meeting in person. We offer group sessions in person.
Illustration of two computers connected through the world map with arrows, showing the internet. We offer group sessions online.

Contact us

Illustration of a black telephone with a dial, showing contact by phone. Gender Outreach Worker Information and Advice Line:

  • 0800 183 1486
  • Free to call
  • Open from 10am to 2pm Monday to Friday excluding bank holidays.
Illustration of two computers with envelopes and a document moving between them, showing sending an email. Email the Gender Outreach Workers inbox.

We aim to reply to emails within seven days.
Illustration of two computers connected through the world map with arrows, showing information shared on a website. The Leeds Gender Identity Service website has information on:

  • Waiting times
  • Care pathway treatment
Blue square Facebook logo with a white letter “f”. The Gender Outreach Worker Facebook page.
Square Instagram logo with a pink, purple and orange gradient background. The Gender Outreach Worker Instagram page.
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