CIT Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Society
Links
Where to turn to for resource centres, helplines, support and social groups.
Links within CIT
Careers and Counselling Service
Agnes Looney, Administrator
Tel: 021 4326 678
Website: www.careersandcounselling.com
The Careers and Counselling Service is a free, integrated and confidential service available to all students. The Service is committed to supporting and encouraging students to reach their academic and personal potential.
Student Union Welfare Officer
Niamh Hayes
Students Union Office, 1st floor student Centre, Rossa Ave, Cork
Mobile: 086 3842977
Tel: 021 4933123
Email: sueducation@cit.ie
Website: www.citsu.ie
Student Ombudsman
Paul Sliney
Students Union Office, 1st floor student Centre, Rossa Ave, Cork
Tel: 021 433 5880
Email: student.ombudsman@cit.ie
The purpose of the post of Student Ombudsman is to advise and assist students with the resolution of difficulties, complaints or grievances involving staff or services of the Institute in an informal manner.
Resource Centres in Cork
L.Inc
11A White St, Cork.
Telephone: 021 4808600
Website: www.linc.ie
Resource centre for gay and bisexual women, which holds a drop-in on Thursdays from 8-10pm and on Tuesdays from 12-3pm. Besides providing this informal meeting space, the centre organises a range of activities, including a film group, a web group and various events. A mailing list is also in place to network the community; to add your name simply contact the centre.
Cork Gay Project
Dunlaoi, 8 North Mall, Cork.
Telephone: 021 4304884
Website: www.gayprojectcork.com
Resource centre for gay and bisexual men who run a number of groups and programs, as well as personal development courses. Also incorporates the Southern Gay Health Project: information and education for gay men about HIV/AIDS and health issues.
The Alliance
16 Peters St, Cork.
Telephone: 021 427 5837
Website: www.sexualhealthcentre.com
Cork’s centre for sexual health. Providing general information and advice on health and welfare, the centre runs education programmes in the community as well as maintaining a drop-in facility. Besides this aspect, The Alliance acts as a support network for those affected by HIV/AIDS.
Support/Social Groups
GayCork.com Social Group
Website: www.gaycork.com/forum
Members of the GayCork.com forum who organise regular meet-ups like dining, cinema trips and regular social meet-ups. All are welcome.
Unite Cork
Telephone: 021 4278470
Website: www.corkgayproject.com/youth
If you are Gay, Bisexual or unsure …and are 24 or under, why not come along. Every Thursday evening from 6pm- 9pm @ The Other Place, South Main St.
L.inc Youth Group
Telephone: 021 4808600
Website: www.linc.ie
If you are a lesbian, bisexual or unsure and are 15-23 join us for chats and games every Wednesday from 15th September 8-10pm @ L.inC, 11a White Street, Cork.
UCC Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Society
Website: www.ucclgbt.com
UCC’s LGBT Society is open to students and non-students alike.
Other
Garda Karl Griffin, Garda Liaison Officer
Bridewell Garda Station, Cornmarket St, Cork.
Telephone: 021 4270681
As Liaison Officer for Cork’s gay community, Garda Griffin is committed to ensuring equality for all and is also sensitive to the needs of those requiring discretion.
Sexually Transmitted Infection Clinic
Victoria Hospital, Infirmary Rd, Cork.
Telephone: 021 4966844
Outpatients-Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9.30-11.45am and Wednesday from 2.30-4.30pm