Twister
Twister youth groups for young LGBTQ people are organised by Surrey County Council, in Guildford, Redhill, Woking and Epsom,[1].
The website (in May 2024) states: Youth Workers from Surrey County Council run Twister, which is a safe space where young people can meet to get support, make friends, and take part in fun, creative and awareness raising activities. It is for young people age 11 to 19 and up to 25 if the young adult has special educational needs or disabilities (SEND).
Twister is just like any other youth group. The young people choose how they spend their time there, with the main activities including art, crafts, music and cooking. At the start of the session some young people may choose to change into clothes that reflect their gender identity. The friendly feel of the group allows discussions to open up about issues they might be experiencing or worried about, such as bullying, coming out, relationships, civil rights, equality and being a gay and/or transgender person in public.
