LGBT Source Guide
The Lesbian & Gay Foundation (LGF)
The LGF is a charity offering a wide range of services to lesbian, gay and bisexual communities. They campaign for a fair and equal society where all lesbian, gay and bisexual people can achieve their full potential, and their mission is: 'Ending Homophobia, Empowering People'.
The LGF also produce outnorthwest, the North West's only free LGB&T bi-monthly lifestyle, health and listings magazine which dates back to 2000. The LGF has an archive and library specialising in HIV, sexuality, sexual health and mental health reference books, and lesbian and gay fiction. It also holds collections of Attitude magazine 1994-present, The Pink Paper 1991-present and many other lesbian and gay publications such as Gay Times, Gay News, Diva, Boyz and outnorthwest.
The NHS North West's LGB&T timeline celebrates the history and achievements
of LGB&T people, particularly those that have contributed to healthcare over the years, and the development of a vibrant and active community in the North West. The timeline also documents the way in which the medical view of sexual orientation and gender identity have altered through the ages, showing the landmark decision points where changes occurred.
Contents of LGBT Source Guide
- About this guide
- Top tips for searching archives
- Manchester Room@City Library
- Greater Manchester County Record Office (with Manchester Archives)
- queerupnorth archives
- The Lesbian & Gay Foundation (LGF) (this page)
- The Lesbian Community Project
- Other sources held in the North West
- Sources held nationally





