The following is a listing of Peer Support Providers who are trained on perspectives, knowledge, skills and ethics as part of Community Wellbeing Project.
If you are going through emotional distress on accounts of your gender and sexuality, and if you wish to seek support from Peer Support Provider volunteers, please take a look their profiles below. You can contact them directly and schedule your sessions as per mutual availability using a mode of communication that works best for you. This service is only for people of age 18 and older.
If you like us to suggest Peer Support Providers for your needs, write to us at [email protected] and we can help.
For grievance redressal, suggestions, or any other questions please contact us at above email address.
This is a free and confidential service.
Tej, 30, Agender, Bisexual Language: English, Hindi, Tamizh Available on: Saturday, Sunday, Monday afternoons Mode of communication: Zoom/Google Meet calls I am a queer tamizh person who came into their queerness in their mid to late-20s. I am anti-caste in my philosophy, from a Savarna background. I am neurodivergent and believe those who exercise self-diagnoses and self-advocacy. I am pro-choice and believe in abortion rights and access. I also advocate for trans-affirming healthcare across the board.
I am autistic and neurodivergent.
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Ritash, 49, Gender fluid, Asexual Bengaluru, Karnataka Language: English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu & Kannada Available on: Sundays between 3 and 6 pm via Google meet audio/video Mode of communication: WhatsApp text/voice msg. to 98866-85896 I am Ritash, a trained peer supporter for gender and sexual minority (LGBTQIA+) persons since 2022 through SafeAccess. I assist gender and sexual minority community members in addressing their emotional distress and but cannot provide medical advice like a psychiatrist or clinical psychologist. I have been working with non-English speaking gender and sexual minority persons for the last 15 years facilitating their capacity building, collectivization and documenting their personal narratives. I speak English, Hindi, Kannada, Tamil and Telugu and am asexual and gender fluid.
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Kunal, 34, Cis male, Gay Thane, Maharashtra Language: English, Hindi, Marathi Available on: Weekdays 6 pm to 8 pm and weekends 9 am to 11 am Mode of communication: Whatsapp Video or Voice call Kunal identifies as Dalit cis-gay feminist person. He is professionally into learning, OD, DE&I and executive coaching. His non-judgmental, comforting aura offers a safe space for reflection and exploration. He enjoys cooking, trekking and making cocktails.
(I belong to the) Dalit (community)
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KJ(Kajal), 26, Queer, Non-binary, Pansexual Bihar, New Delhi Language: English, Hindi Available on: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Mode of communication: Phone, Voice, Video call |
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Jay, 22, Male/Questioning, Queer Bangalore, Karnataka Language: English, Tamil Available on: (Preferred) Weekday Evenings from 6 PM – 10 PM. Please contact me for any other time and days as well, we can figure it out. Mode of communication: Both audio and video calls on any platform like Zoom, Google Meet, etc. I love reading and writing (on my blog mostly), gardening, cooking, and traveling. I am an intersectional feminist. I am questioning my gender at the moment. I am also trying to raise awareness on issues that arise out of intersections of caste, class, gender and queerness/sexuality through my writings and engagements as much as I can.
(I belong to the) Dalit (community)
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Raghav, 38, Male, Gay Bangalore, Karnataka Language: English, Tamil Available on: Tuesday 7-8pm, Friday 7-8pm, Weekends flexible. Can work out timings based on our convenience. Mode of communication: Phone/Whatsapp video/Zoom Hi. I am basically from Chennai, working in a corporate firm in Bangalore. As a peer support provider and a fellow queer person, I will work towards building a safe space where you can express and explore your emotions freely.
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Meena, 24, Ciswoman, Queer Tamilnadu, Dehradun Language: Tamil, English Available on: July 2022 onwards Mode of communication: Email Mail me for peer support. Don’t worry about how your email is written!
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Natasha, Non-Binary Trans Woman, Polysexual Chennai, Tamilnadu Language: English, Telugu, Hindi Available on: Please contact Mode of communication: Whatsapp Video or Voice call |
Nay, 24, Trans non binary, Mostly lesbian pansexual Coimbatore, Tamilnadu Language: English, Tamil Available on: Weekends from 5 pm to 7 pm (tentative). Sessions on weekdays can be mutually decided upon. Mode of communication: Zoom video/ voice Hello! I’m a freelance writer, editor and researcher. Currently, I’m learning more about the intersectionality of caste, disability, Queerness and transness. I love watching YouTube video essays and binging random series.
I’m a Bahujan neuro queer person with visual impairments.
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Zaheer (he/they), 21, Genderqueer (AMAB), Polysexual Kolkata, West Bengal Language: Bengali, English Available on: Thursday, Friday (7 to 9 pm) [ Would be great if you contact a day before :’) ] Mode of communication: Zoom, Gmeet, Whatsapp Hello! I’m Zaheer. My field of work is primarily in academia, particularly relating to Queer Studies and Social Development sector. I can particularly be of help in matters relating to queer representation in academic institutions. Btw, I’m also an avid traveller.
Queer Muslim (assigned at birth though I’m more of an Apatheist as I’ve come to certain terms between my assigned religion and my gender and sexual identities)
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Swami, 23, Trans-feminine AMAB, Gay Maharashtra Language: English, Marathi, Hindi Available on: can be decided mutually Mode of communication: audio, video, text, email |
Sal (She/Her), 27, Cis woman, Queer Pune, Delhi Language: English, Hindi Available on: Wednesday 5-7 PM, Thursday 5-7 PM, Saturday 10AM-12 Noon Mode of communication: Phone call, Video call (Zoom, WhatsApp, Google meet), In person in Pune as per availability Hello! I identify as a queer intersectional feminist and for over 4 years now I have been designing and facilitating immersive leadership experiences for youth and adolescents keeping inner work at the core. Holding spaces that enable individuals to tap into their source into their inner strength has been my humble attempt through my work. As a fellow queer person, I hope to support you in honouring, expressing and regulating any stress you would experience in your vast emotional landscape.
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Siddharth, 25, Male, Gay Chennai, Tamilnadu Language: English, Tamil Available on: All days. Please message to schedule Mode of communication: Whatsapp Video or voice call I work in NGOs/CBOs, and I also spend time tutoring, fundraising, and volunteering! So, I like spending time with people, getting to know them, and listening–especially those from the LGBTQIA+ community
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Sruthi, 23, Female, Pansexual Calicut, Kerala Language: English, Malayalam, Hindi Available on: Saturday and Sunday 6 pm to 9 pm Mode of communication: Whatsapp Video or Voice call I’m a queer-affirmative peer support provider committed to fostering a community culture among fellow queers. I’m here to help you navigate the complexities of your distress to be able to tackle it or cope better.
(I belong to the) Bahujan (community)
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Shilpi, 22, Female, Bisexual Delhi, Faridabad, Ujjain Language: English, Hindi Available on: Please contact Mode of communication: Whatsapp Video or Voice call I am a person with lived experiences who is trying to help others in a similar situation as myself. I have experienced life both as a queer person and a person with mental health issues and physical restrictions myself and would do my best to understand your feelings and situations. As a peer supportee I can offer you a space to be yourself, unabridged and uncensored in a non-judgemental environment.
I live with mental illnesses and certain invisible disabilities.
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Meera, 24, NonBinary, Pan, Bi, Queer Delhi, Bihar Language: Hindi, English Available on: 8:30 pm onwards on (Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday) Mode of communication: Whatsapp Video or Voice call Hello! I am a non-binary queer person coming from Bihar. Currently, I’m based in Delhi and am into academia trying to study queerness in IR. I am an avid reader and also enjoy writing and cooking. I am caste aware and belong to the Bahujan community. I have an empathetic nature and want to provide a safe and healing space for your grief, distress and anxieties. Don’t hesitate to email me, even drop in a hello, I’ll reach back to you judgement free. Take care 🙂
(I belong to the) Bahujan (community)
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Salik Ansari Language: English, Hindi Available on: Tuesday and Thursday (evening) Mode of communication: (Please contact) My name is Salik Ansari (he/him) and I am a trained Peer Support Provider for Queer and Trans Communities. I have studied life science and ethics and I work as an Assistant Coordinator at a non-profit organization. As a Peer Support Provider, I wish to support my fellow community members by providing a safe and non-judgmental space where they can share their realities and help them build and follow goals for their wellbeing.
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Saki (they/them), 23, Non-binary – Genderfluid, Pansexual, Aceflux Pune, Maharashtra Language: English, Marathi, Hindi, French Available on: Weekends Mode of communication: Whatsapp Video or Voice call Hi, I’m Saki. I am non-binary (genderfluid), pansexual, aceflux, and polyamorous. If you identify along similar lines or if you are also a victim/survivor of sexual violence and/or someone who suffers from anxiety, you may find me especially helpful to talk to. I am a good listener and promise you a safe and non-judgemental space 🙂
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Sumit Prakash, 29, Male, Gay Jamshedpur, Jharkhand Language: English, Hindi Available on: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday (7 pm to 9 pm) Mode of communication: Whatsapp Video or voice call I am Sumit and I am a trained Peer Support Provider for queer-trans communities. I work with People For Change, Jamshedpur Queer Circle a safe space for LGBTQIA+ community, and with Safe Access. As PS, my role is to provide the Support Seeker with a safe space where you can freely express and explore your emotions and then help you reduce your emotional distress. My aim is to support you as a fellow queer person and to help you realise your own resources and agency in assuring your well-being.
I am a Proud Dalit Gay Man
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Tashi Choedup [They/Them, She/Her], 31, Trans feminine, Mostly Gay! Hyderabad, Telangana Language: Telugu, Hindi, English Available on: Mon – Sunday 8:00 am – 10:00 am, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm Mode of communication: In person, video, audio calls, zoom/google-meets I am a trans feminine Buddhist monastic (Nunk). I am currently based out of Hyderabad. I actively work with queer-trans communities in Hyderabad & Telangana. My primary areas of interest are Community Building, Mental Health, Faith, and its interaction with gender, sex, and sexuality. I aspire for a world where we all are at ease intentionally caring for each other and thus unburden self-care!
(I belong to the) religious minority.
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AN_ANT, 26, Cis male Language: Hindi, English Available on: Please contact Mode of communication: Zoom/google meets I like to read and write at the intersection of history, fashion, caste, labour and queerness. I like spending time with cats and dogs!
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Geetika, 31, Female, Bisexual Bangalore, Karnataka Language: English, Hindi Available on: Saturdays- 10am-1pm, Sundays- 2pm-5pm Mode of communication: Whatsapp Video or Voice call I am a bisexual polyamorous woman who likes listening to people and their stories about what shaped them into the person they are,their struggles and aspirations.I might not have advice to give but I hope to offer a friendly ear.
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Jitender, 29, Non-binary, Pansexual Delhi Language: Hindi, English, Punjabi Available on: 11 am to 5pm Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Mode of communication: Whatsapp Video or Voice call
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Rajvi, 24, Cis-female, Bisexual Mumbai, Maharashtra Language: English Available on: Tuesdays & Thursdays Mode of communication: Audio, Video, Text |
Raju Behara, 30, Queer (they/them) Bangalore/Vishakhapatnam Languages: English, Telugu, Hindi Available on: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (7:30 to 9 pm) Weekends (2-4 pm) Mode of communication: Audio, Video Panromantic genderfuck greyace, with a strong love for cats. If you want to talk about moving from a small town to a metro, being neurodivergent & queer, you may find my stories closer to heart & home. If you are wondering what safe spaces in a new city might feel like, I am that friendly ear you may seek in that journey.
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Sharanya, 20, Non-binary, Bisexual Kolkata, West Bengal Languages: English, Hindi, Bengali Available on: Flexible Mode of communication: Phone call, text |
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Anu, 20, Non-binary, Biromantic Greysexual Karnataka Languages: English, Hindi, Kannada Available on: Monday, Wednesday, Friday (10 to 1 pm)
Mode of communication: Audio over Zoom/Google Meet |
Sourabh, 23, Male, Gay (He/Him) Madhya Pradesh Languages: Hindi, English, Nimadi Available on: Weekends (12 to 5 pm)
Mode of communication: Audio, Video |
Ahaan, 23, Male, Gay Uttar Pradesh, Bihar Languages: Hindi, English Available on: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday (3 to 6 pm)
Mode of communication: Phone call |
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Anil (YUTAK), 28, Male, Gay Pimpri Chinchwad, Pune, Maharashtra Languages: Marathi, Hindi, English Available on: Monday, Thursday, Saturday (7:30 to 8:30 pm)
Mode of communication: Audio, Video |
Sajjad, 26, Genderqueer Bangalore, Karnataka Languages: English, Hindi Available on: All Days I’m easy to talk to. I’ve seen and heard all kinds of stuff so nothing surprises me anymore, and I’m always open to new ideas and opinions. As a queer person, I’m always exploring my relationship with faith, friendships and love.
Mode of communication: Video call, Phone call, Text |
Kausik, 28, Male, Gay Bangalore, Karnataka Languages: English, Telugu, Tamil Available on: Weekdays (after 7 pm) Weekend (8 to 12 noon, 6 to 8 pm) Mode of communication: Audio, Video |
Tanvi, 26, Non-binary, Lesbian London/Mumbai Languages: English, Hindi, Some Marathi Available on: Flexible, contact for availability Hello! I’m a researcher currently pursuing a PhD. If you are questioning, or identify as a woman, as non-binary, trans, lesbian, bisexual, or WLW in general, you might find me helpful. I’m interested in music, queer fiction, disability feminism, and building networks of solidarity. I belong to the Bahujan community.
Mode of communication: Google Meet/Zoom/Skype |
Prad, 26, Non-binary, Polysexual Thanjavur, Tamilnadu Languages: Tamil, English Available on: Monday through Friday (4 to 9 pm)
Mode of communication: Audio, Video |
Deepthi, 36, Cis woman, Queer Chennai, Bangalore, Delhi Languages: English, Telugu, Tamil, Some Hindi Available on: Weekends (2 to 5 pm) Please confirm 2 days prior Mode of communication: Only Audio |
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Busaina, 32, Non-binary AFAB Chennai, Tamilnadu Languages: English, Tamil Available on: Tue, Wed, Fri 11:30 to 12:30, 7 to 9 pm Weekends 6 pm to 10:30 pm I work for a social enterprise currently with a decade of corporate experience. I can particularly be of help in matters relating to workspace or institutions, peers and representation.
Mode of communication: Phone call |
Gautam, 23, Transman Lucknow, Delhi Languages: Hindi, English Available on: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday; 4pm-8pm
Mode of communication: Audio, Video, Text, Email |
Ruhaan A. Atish, 34, Transman Basically from U.P. currently living in Delhi Languages: Hinglish, Hindi and Urdu Available on: Flexible Just drop me a message I will contact you as soon as possible Mode of communication: Audio, Video |
Suresh Ramdas, 39, Male, Gay Bengaluru/ Karnataka Languages: English, Hindi, Tamil Available on: Saturday & Sunday(2-4pm)
Mode of communication: Whatsapp / Zoom |
Rishabh Gupta (he/him), 25, Gay, Demisexual Uttar Pradesh Languages: Hindi, English Available on: Please contact for availability
Mode of communication: Audio, Video |
Brindaa, 32, (they/them) Chennai, Tamil Nadu Languages: English, Tamil, Hindi, some Kannada Available on: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (7-8pm). Other days possible with advance notice. A writer and researcher working on gender and technology. I love sketching and coloring in my free time
Mode of communication: Audio |
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Soumya, 21 New Delhi Languages: Hindi, English, Telugu Available on: Monday-Saturday, after 12 PM
Mode of communication: Audio, Video |
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Menia, 22, Fluid, Demisexual Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh, Delhi Languages:English, Hindi, Nyishi Available on: Can be fixed mutually In a recent study of myself, I have shown that I no longer struggle with who I am. I live between ideas of me. Ideas of what I am comfortable in referring to as myself
Mode of communication: Zoom, Google Meet |
