Discovery, Resilience, Acceptance, Growth
Supporting LGBTQ+ people in Kirklees affected by substance use, alcohol, and chemsex.
Led by The Brunswick Centre and Change Grow Live (CGL) - promoting awareness, harm reduction, and improved treatment access for LGBTQ+ people.
Discover Your Way
The DRAG Project – Discovery, Resilience, Acceptance, Growth – is a new partnership initiative aimed at supporting LGBTQ+ individuals in Kirklees who are impacted by substance use, alcohol, and chemsex.
Recovery is a deeply personal journey, DRAG helps individuals find a path that suits them, whether that means redefining their relationship with alcohol and drugs or discovering their unique route to recovery.
There is no single ‘right’ way to recover, DRAG provides a range of tools and approaches, allowing each person to explore options that resonate with their individual needs and experiences.
For those seeking support or simply wanting to learn more, the DRAG Project offers a way to build resilience, foster acceptance, and achieve lasting personal growth.
Did you know...
- 70 per cent of LGBTQ+ drinkers engage in binge drinking, compared to 62 per cent of non-LGBTQ+ adult drinkers.
- LGBTQ+ drinkers are more likely to report drinking alone at home in the last 12 months than non-LGBTQ+ drinkers (63 per cent vs 57 per cent).
- Adults from LGBTQ+ communities are more likely to seek support for their drinking.
- Bisexual individuals report a 37% rate of drug use, while gay and lesbian individuals report 25%, compared to 10.5% among heterosexual individual.
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Working together to:
- raise awareness,
- promote harm reduction, and
- improve access to treatment services.
Alcohol Awareness
Recent research highlights significant disparities in alcohol use among LGBTQ+ individuals in the UK compared to the general population. Factors such as socialisation in alcohol-focused LGBTQ+ spaces and experiences of discrimination contribute to these elevated rates.
If you’re worried about your drinking and want to make some positive changes, we’re here to help. Cutting down or quitting alcohol can help you to be happier, safer and healthier.
Everyone’s journey from alcohol problems is different. The right treatment for you will depend on your experiences and your current situation.
All of our services are slightly different, so please contact CGL to discuss the support that's right for you.
Drug Awareness
Drug use is significantly higher in LGBTQ+ populations. Among LGBTQ+ communities, substances such as cocaine, cannabis, and party drugs are most common. The heightened prevalence is linked to minority stress, stigma, and coping mechanisms
Everyone’s recovery from an addiction to drugs is different. The best course of treatment for you will depend on your experiences and your situation.
All of our services are slightly different, so please contact CGL to discuss the support that's right for you. Typically, your options will include:
Chemsex Awareness
Chemsex means sexual activity, mostly between men, while under the influence of drugs.
People take part in chemsex for different reasons. Some people take part in chemsex to feel less inhibited and to enhance pleasure. Other reasons for taking part in chemsex are associated with feelings of stigma and issues around self-esteem.
There may be individuals who are not men who have sex with men who use drugs as part of their sex lives, but the term chemsex refers to a practice with a specific history and culture.
Find Out More
If you want to change your life, support is available.
Change Grow Live is a nationwide charity that helps tens of thousands of people each day.
Find out more and get in touch.
