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It is with a heavy heart that we are announcing the permanent closure of Opening Doors on February 29th 2024 due to ongoing financial challenges, ultimately resulting in insolvency. Read more
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We wholeheartedly support the nine recommendations made by the United Nations experts to address violence and discrimination that disproportionately impact the enjoyment of older LGBTQ+ peoples’ human rights. Read more
Opening Doors is the only dedicated national charity connecting LGBTQ+ people over 50 with activities, events, support and information. We also provide accredited training to professionals, conduct research and create policy. We work across the UK but retain a focus in London.
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Our impact
2230
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members have joined Opening Doors and enjoy our free services and support |
82%
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of our members feel more connected to LGBTQ+ communities from being involved with Opening Doors (Member Survey 2019) |
120
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active befriending and telefriending relationships, reaching and supporting the most isolated and vulnerable members of our community |
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Research and Policy
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Opening Doors is undertaking an ambitious, three-year study into poverty among LGBTQ+ over-50s in London. Read more
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We are thrilled to publish our ground-breaking report, assisted by Ashurst LLP, produced by our research lead Professor Ben Thomas. Read more