AKT

Safe homes and better futures for LGBTQ+ young people


akt is the only national charity dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ young people across
the UK who are at risk of or experiencing homelessness, or living in a hostile
environment. Unlike their heterosexual or cisgender counterparts, LGBTQ+ young
people are still finding themselves homeless, just because of their identity. Statistics
reveal that 24% of homeless individuals aged 16-25 identify as LGBTQ+.
We offer a range of essential services to LGBTQ+ youth, including:

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Upcoming Events

What's coming up in the run for charity events calendar? It's never too late to join one of these great events.

Battersea Park Half - January

Jan 11, 2026 - Jan 11, 2026

Carriage Dr E, London SW11 4NJ, UK

Battersea Park Half - March

Mar 7, 2026 - Mar 7, 2026

Carriage Dr E, London SW11 4NJ, UK

Chester Triple (Metric Marathon)

Mar 8, 2026 - Oct 11, 2026

The Racecourse, Chester CH1 2LY, UK

Inflatable 5K - Derby - 10K

Apr 18, 2026 - Apr 18, 2026

Donington Park, Castle Donington, Derby DE74 2RP, UK

Inflatable 5K - Derby - 15K

Apr 18, 2026 - Apr 18, 2026

Donington Park, Castle Donington, Derby DE74 2RP, UK

Inflatable 5K - Brands Hatch - 10k

May 16, 2026 - May 16, 2026

Brands Hatch Circuit, West Kingsdown, Longfield DA3 8NG, UK

Inflatable 5K - Brands Hatch - 15k

May 16, 2026 - May 16, 2026

Brands Hatch Circuit, West Kingsdown, Longfield DA3 8NG, UK

Inflatable 5K - Brands Hatch - 2.5k

May 16, 2026 - May 16, 2026

Brands Hatch Circuit, West Kingsdown, Longfield DA3 8NG, UK

Inflatable 5K - Brands Hatch - 5k

May 16, 2026 - May 16, 2026

Brands Hatch Circuit, West Kingsdown, Longfield DA3 8NG, UK