akt supports lgbtq+ young people aged 16-25 in the uk who are facing or experiencing homelessness or living in a hostile environment.

We support young people into safe homes and employment, education or training, in a welcoming and open environment that celebrates lgbtq+ identities.

akt helps young people:

  • Stay safe in a crisis
  • Find emergency accommodation
  • Access specialist support
  • Develop skills, identify and achieve life goals

we do this by providing:

  • Access to advice from one of our housing specialists
  • Connection to a mentor for one-to-one support
  • Access to our emergency support pack or tenancy
    starter pack
  • Accommodation with a specially trained akt host
  • A place to stay in our Purple Door accommodation service
  • A safe place with one of our many housing provider partners
  • Access to life skills training, events and peer support networks