Despite seeing the number of countries legally protect queer people increase in leaps and bounds from the 90s, there has been a concerning increase in anti-queer legislation proliferating my newsfeeds. What is causing this and how can international organisations help?
Creating a Fair and Inclusive Society We echo concerns raised by leading human rights groups, and organisations working with and for refugees, on the passing of the Rwanda Bill. We firmly believe that those fleeing violence and persecution should be treated with compassion.
Photo courtesy of unsplash.com In the UK’s current education system, it is not compulsory for schools to educate secondary students on the British Empire/British colonialism or the British involvement in the transatlantic slave trade. The issue here is that many students will lack knowledge on the truth behind the British Empire and the damages of … Continued
Image from Unsplash Every year, 60,000 babies are born premature in the UK, making up 38% of babies requiring admission to specialist Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU). For premature babies, and babies born at term with health complications, it can be days, weeks or even months before they are able to come home. This often … Continued
Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, which recognises the victims of the 1960 Sharpeville massacre, when demonstrators peacefully protesting against apartheid were killed. As well as commemoration and remembrance, this day encourages us all to reflect on how we are working to combat racial discrimination and injustice in our societies. … Continued
Phoenix Song is a project designed by and for Trans and Non-Binary people living in the South West of England. The project, established in late 2019, provides a therapeutic community space to support the exploration of voice as a Trans or Non-Binary person. The group is supported by three committee members, all from the Trans … Continued
We are thrilled to announce that we’ve been awarded a grant of £450,000, over 5-years, from The National Lottery Community Fund for our LGBTQ+ Voice and Influence project. This funding will allow us to develop and deliver a series of actions and projects which reflect the needs of the LGBTQ+ communities in the South and … Continued
As a wheelchair user and assistance dog owner, I understand the anxiety of going somewhere new. Will I be able to get in? Will the customer service be accommodating? Will people help me and my dog? These fears used to stop me from going out independently, causing me to miss out on so much in … Continued
The Diversity Trust echos concern expressed by fellow LGBTQ+-led organisations supporting the community regarding the recently released draft guidance for consultation surrounding school and college policy towards gender questioning children. Firstly, we would like to emphasise calls by the LGBTQ+ equalities sector that this is only draft non-statutory guidance, and changes will not be … Continued
Explore roles at MI6 and discover a career full of opportunity At MI6, our mission is to protect the UK from overseas threats. We work secretly around the world, so it’s fair to say our business needs are quite unique. It’s why we rely on our Business Support Officers (BSOs) to assist our operational and … Continued