Q:alliance » Services http://www.qalliance.org.uk Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans in Milton Keynes Sun, 15 Jan 2012 11:59:11 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.6 en hourly 1 New HIV Project Co-ordinator post announced http://www.qalliance.org.uk/new-hiv-co-ordinator-post-announced/ http://www.qalliance.org.uk/new-hiv-co-ordinator-post-announced/#comments Thu, 20 Oct 2011 22:38:47 +0000 Admin http://www.qalliance.org.uk/?p=1999 Q:alliance is pleased to announce the appointment of a new HIV Project Co-ordinator, John Goss. This post will commence on the 1st of November 2011.

The post is part of a project that will aim to make a real difference in Milton Keynes and is a testament to Milton Keynes Council’s confidence in our ability to deliver. John brings valuable experience to the position and we at Q:alliance are all looking forward to the times ahead.

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We would really appreciate your views!

THE DEADLINE FOR THIS SURVEY IS THIS FRIDAY (7th October 2011), Many thanks.
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The Big Lottery are funding a programme called ‘Transforming Local Infrastructure’. A steering group from MK Community Local Infrastructure Partnership (MK CLIP) is wishing to consult you to gather information about future needs.

Q:alliance is part of this group and the information you provide will inform an application that the group will be making for Milton Keynes. This is a great opportunity to develop facilities and a range of services that could benefit organisations such as yours. We would greatly appreciate your thoughts so please spend just a few minutes to complete a survey that could help shape the future in a very positive way. Please click the link at the top of this message.

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Through our relationship with Community:Action MK, Q:alliance can submit information towards a Milton Keynes Health Assessment that is being produced right now, but only with your help.

This 10-question survey is completely anonymous and it would help a great deal if we could contribute our points of view. If you live in or near Milton Keynes please do take a minute to fill in the survey.

The information has to be ready by the end of this month, so please fill this in as soon as you can. Don’t sit on it, ‘cos it won’t wait.
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]]> http://www.qalliance.org.uk/health-services-a-chance-to-make-a-difference/feed/ 0 MK Hospital wants your say on Sexual Health Services http://www.qalliance.org.uk/mk-hospital-wants-your-say-on-sexual-health-services/ http://www.qalliance.org.uk/mk-hospital-wants-your-say-on-sexual-health-services/#comments Wed, 06 Jul 2011 13:35:55 +0000 Admin http://www.qalliance.org.uk/?p=1853 MK Hospital want your opinion about their Sexual Health Services:

*What name do you feel appropriate for sexual health and family planning services in Milton Keynes?
* what do you feel would be the ideal opening hours?
* Where? eg, GP surgeries, Chemist etc

Call Gill on 01908 243300 or gill.priest {at} mkhospital.nhs(.)uk

]]> http://www.qalliance.org.uk/mk-hospital-wants-your-say-on-sexual-health-services/feed/ 0 Thames Valley GPA free event http://www.qalliance.org.uk/thames-valley-gpa-free-event/ http://www.qalliance.org.uk/thames-valley-gpa-free-event/#comments Wed, 11 May 2011 23:10:59 +0000 Admin http://www.qalliance.org.uk/?p=1792 ‘In or out’ does it matter?

Thames Valley Gay Police Association are hosting an event to mark the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia 2011.

Click here for a flyer (PDF)

Includes: Keynote speech, ‘In or out’ does it really matter? With guest speaker, Brian Paddick.

A cinema style showing of the film ‘Milk’, about the Stonewall Riots starring Sean Penn.

Social Networking.

When: May 17th 2011, 7pm- 11pm.

Where: Reading Police Station, Castle Street, Reading, RG1 7TH.

This is a free event but you must RSVP to get entry, email the Police Social Club, tvgpa {at} thamevalley.pnn.police(.)uk with your full name.

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World aids Day 2010 - Courtsey of Karen Kodish

]]> http://www.qalliance.org.uk/world-aids-day-update/feed/ 1 Opportunities for 14 – 25 Year olds in MK http://www.qalliance.org.uk/opportunities-for-14-25-year-olds-in-mk/ http://www.qalliance.org.uk/opportunities-for-14-25-year-olds-in-mk/#comments Sat, 02 Oct 2010 11:17:15 +0000 Admin http://www.qalliance.org.uk/?p=1613 Maybe Magazine and SaferMK have 8 exciting media projects that they are inviting young people, aged 14-25 to getmaybe involved in.  They incliude Reporting on a fashion show to be held on 29th October at The Open University as part of
Black History Month,  Writing an article and creating a video on the correlation of video games and rap/grime music to violent behaviour, Create a multi-media project analysing the concept of fear.

In return you will receive a FREE ticket to an exclusive concert, to be held in Milton Keynes on 4th November. You will also be offered exposure and publicity and the chance to get involved in video production, photography, Rap & Grime music and a fashion show.

The projects are all commencing within the next 4 weeks. If you  or you know anyone who may be interested in getting involved, please contact Ash Washington.

  • 01908 843609

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Find out more about the services we offer for you in Milton Keynes.

]]> http://www.qalliance.org.uk/need-someone-to-talk-to/feed/ 0 Q:counselling – Monday-Wednesday in Wolverton and now Saturdays in Central Milton Keynes http://www.qalliance.org.uk/qcounselling-%e2%80%93-monday-wednesday-in-wolverton-and-now-saturdays-in-central-milton-keynes/ http://www.qalliance.org.uk/qcounselling-%e2%80%93-monday-wednesday-in-wolverton-and-now-saturdays-in-central-milton-keynes/#comments Sun, 18 Apr 2010 15:17:12 +0000 Admin http://www.qalliance.org.uk/?p=1359 Got a problem you want to sort out?
Need someone to talk to in confidence?

Our LGBT-friendly counsellors offer weekly or bi-weekly sessions in Milton Keynes. Contact us to book a free initial session at counselling {at} qalliance.org(.)uk. The cost of further sessions will depend on your circumstances, please email us to discuss this further.

People come to counselling to make space to look at issues in their lives. Your issues might be struggling with your sexuality, coming out, homophobia, having a bad time, having too much of a good time, gender issues, too much or too little sex, risky behaviour, body acceptance, addiction, gay kids, loneliness, wanting more confidence, loss….

All of our counsellors are experienced and comfortable in working with people who are lesbian, gay, bi, trans, straight and those who are unsure. They work to the ethics, standards and confidentiality of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy. We offer counselling on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays in Wolverton and in Central Milton Keynes on Saturday daytimes.

Please note that although we try to give you an appointment at a time which suits you as soon as possible, there may be a wait – contact us for details. We aim to reply to all emails within 5 days.

]]> http://www.qalliance.org.uk/qcounselling-%e2%80%93-monday-wednesday-in-wolverton-and-now-saturdays-in-central-milton-keynes/feed/ 0 LGBT Sexual Health Evening at MK Hospital http://www.qalliance.org.uk/lgbt-sexual-health-evening-at-mk-hospital/ http://www.qalliance.org.uk/lgbt-sexual-health-evening-at-mk-hospital/#comments Wed, 24 Mar 2010 10:01:18 +0000 Admin http://www.qalliance.org.uk/?p=1347 Rainbow CondomsLGBT Evening
Sexual Health Centre
Milton Keynes Hospital
31st March 2010
6.30pm

On the evening  the following will be provided:

  • HIV and Syphilis quick testing
  • Chlamydia urine tests
  • Free condoms
  • Free parking (Free car parking will be provided in the disabled car park outside Main Outpatients Entrance 3)
  • Coffee and cake.

Come along on your own or with friends, get registered, meet the staff, have a chat and an informal pleasant evening.

Address: The Sexual Health Centre, Main Outpatients Entrance 1, Milton Keynes General Hospital, Standing Way, Eaglestone, Milton Keynes, MK6 5LD

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