Cis people come in all different shapes and sizes, imagine an NBA player next to a climber, extreme example but you get the point π§π
Please share if you support trans inclusion in sport π³οΈββ§οΈππΌπ«ΆπΌ
#TransRightsAreHumanRights #LGBTplusHM
WOW! The amazing Hugo Greenhalgh has reposted my Guardian feature (scroll down this page to read). Thank you Hugo. I owe you one. The word is spreading - challenging hate speech is everyone's responsibility. That includes YOU too! #saynotohatecrime #lgbtplushm
I had the pleasure last week of delivering a trans awareness session for the global IT service management company, World Wide Technology.
#Trans #Trans Awareness #LGBTHistoryMonth #LGBTplusHM
It's been amazing to do so much work within the NHS this #LGBTplusHM to raise awareness for asexual discrimination in healthcare. Our medicalisation needs to end and educating healthcare professionals is the first step! π³οΈβπ
#ThisIsWhatAsexualLooksLike
Thrilled to see that our book is in a special display in the House of Lords library for #LGBTplusHM π³οΈβπ π³οΈββ§οΈβ€οΈ
Not so thrilled that a gender critical author has shoe horned her book onto the shelf too. Itβs clearly NOT welcome and we hope itβs been removed.
A beautiful night of queer joy.
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So happy to have been welcomed by Dulwich Picture Gallery to put on a show with such rich LGBTQ+ history as a setting. #LGBTplusHM
Surely there has never been a better moment to recall the great 'GAY WHALES AGAINST RACISM' badge, created by the Anti-Nazi League around 1981 . . .
There's one British Museum : britishmuseum.org/blog/lgbtq-badβ¦ π³π³οΈβππ #LGBTplusHM
It was a real pleasure to be invited to give a talk as part of the United Utilities #LGBTplusHM celebrations and to share my story of how I found inclusive rugby Typhoons RUFC π³οΈβπ
Thank you for the warm welcome (and for the generous donations!).
IGR International Gay Rugby #inclusiverugby
Come with us to explore Shibden Hall, home to Anne Lister, often referred to as βthe first modern lesbian.β π
Anne was a landowner, businesswoman, and diarist.
Her last relationship was with Ann Walker who in 1834 moved into Shibden Hall with Anne permanently. β€οΈ
#LGBTplusHM
Who were the Ladies of Llangollen?
Did you know that papers relating to the couple are housed here in the Library?
πarchives.library.wales/index.php/ladiβ¦
#LGBTplusHM
Our #PortraitOfTheDay captures the filmmaker, artist, gardener and gay rights activist Derek Jarman. In the 1980s, a time when HIV was demonised, he was one of the first to come out publically as HIV-positive.
πΈ by David Gwinnutt, 1982 Β© David Gwinnutt / NPG #LGBTplusHM
Oi queers and queer adjacents!
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Last chance to book tickets for our queer history tour of British Museum this Saturday at 11AM and 2PM.
We'd love to see you there, we have a thumping wedge of LGBTQ+ history for you.
#LGBTplusHM
eventbrite.co.uk/e/over-the-raiβ¦
πTBT to a special moment: Russell Tovey's visit!π
His support has been invaluable in reaching more LGBTQ+ youth who need us. π³οΈβπ
Russell's words resonate deeply: 'Everyone deserves to live safe and supported...'
Let's celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month together! π
#LGBTplusHM
28/29 Manx-born Dursley McLinden (1965-1995) was a beautiful and talented West End performer, whose career in television and film was beginning to blossom as he was diagnosed with HIV. His premature passing provided inspiration for Russell T Daviesβ ITβS A SIN. #LGBTplusHM π
29/29 The extraordinary Marlene Dietrich (1901-1992) began her career in Weimar Berlin before becoming a major Hollywood star and, in the 60s and 70s, undertaking an international concert tour. Her resolute work against fascism was widely honoured following WWII. #LGBTplusHM π
π Lichen adventurer
βοΈ Antarctic scuba diver
π³οΈβπ Hidden trans icon
Discover the life and work of Elke Mackenzie, who travelled the world, improving our understanding of lichens while proudly embracing her identity.
π ow.ly/TCPU50PMQac #LGBTplusHM
Earlier this month, I met with LGBT+ councillor Ash Lister to discuss Wales' flagship PrEP trial that I was proud to introduce.
#LGBTplusHM might be coming to an end, but continuing the pledge to make Wales the most LGBT+ friendly nation in Europe is a priority, always π΄σ §σ ’σ ·σ ¬σ ³σ Ώπ³οΈβπ
NHS staff are doing amazing work to support LGBTQ+ peopleπ³οΈβπ
We spoke to Dr Lisa Cordery-Bruce about the incredible work she's doing to help children and young people from the communityβ€οΈ
Here's our progress on the LGBTQ+ Action Plan Trackerπ
gov.wales/lgbtq-action-p⦠#LGBTplusHM
βοΈ 'The world is made up of men, women and Herveys' βοΈ Lord Hervey was close friends with Queen Caroline and the pair bonded over their curious intellect and an insatiable love of gossip. His memoirs give us a tantalising glimpse behind the scenes in George II's court. #LGBTplusHM