In The South Human Rights organisation speaks out on Trump ‘Muslim ban’ Trump’s Executive Order will Lead to persecution of LGBT+ people globally says Jessica Stern, Executive Director, OutRight Action International. Last Monday, March 6, President Donald Trump signed into power an Executive Order to block citizens of six majority Muslim countries from entering the Unit By Besi • 2 min read
Community News Brighton Bear Weekend merchandise now available at Prowler Brighton Bear Weekend 2017 merchandise featuring this years logo designed by Eion Norton are now on sale at Prowler in St James Street. By Besi • 1 min read
Arts PREVIEW: Boyzlife @ Hilton Brighton Metropole Hotel Brian McFadden and Keith Duffy, part of the multi-platinum, record breaking bands, Westlife and Boyzone, joined forces last year to create Boyzlife. By Besi • 1 min read
Arts PREVIEW: Resound Male Voices present ‘Soundtrek’ Resound Male Voices make their Brighton Fringe debut in May with ‘Soundtrek’, a devised show of choral music from all over the world set in….a pub! By Besi • 2 min read
In The South Boxing for all – free classes in Eastbourne The University of Brighton and Eastbourne Boxing Club have joined forces to promote boxing to members of the LGBT+ communities and to research best practice for the entire country. By Besi • 2 min read
Health “It feels really good to make young people aware of HIV” Mark Hamilton, 44, was diagnosed with HIV sixteen years ago. After giving up alcohol three years ago, he now shares his story of living with HIV with young people locally, busting stigma and myths and promoting good sexual health. By Besi • 3 min read
General News New campaign highlights importance of reporting unwanted sexual behaviour Following a 36 per cent increase in arrests for sexual offences between 2014/15 and 2015/16, Mayor of London urges those who experience this behaviour on public transport to ‘speak up’ and report all incidents. By Besi • 3 min read
Arts Powerful films set to inspire LGBT+ workers Gay, lesbian and bisexual (GLB) public sector workers share first-hand accounts of coming out in the workplace, as part of a drive to inspire others to have the confidence to be open about their sexual orientation. By Besi • 7 min read
Fundraising News Gogglebox stars open Cats Protection’s first shop in Brighton Gogglebox stars Chris Steed and Stephen Webb joined in the fun to officially open Cats Protection’s first shop in Brighton. The cat-loving duo, who appear on the hit Channel 4 TV show, cut an opening ribbon and met shoppers, volunteers and staff when they dropped in to the shop’s opening day on Wedn By Besi • 2 min read
Arts PREVIEW: Charity Dance Gala The Gay Men’s Dance Company’s (GMDC) stage their first annual variety showcase, starring GMDC members from London and Brighton, their choir, pole dancers and special guest acts. By Besi • 2 min read
General News Volunteer litter pickers clean up the city Residents from across the city got stuck into a series of Great British Spring Clean events over the weekend. Despite unpredictable weather, residents turned out in force to help rid their neighbourhoods of unsightly litter. Working with support from Brighton & Hove City Council staff, and armed wit By Besi • 2 min read
General News Boys six times less likely than girls to seek support from Childline for suicidal feelings NSPCC Ambassador for Childhood, Wayne Rooney backs new Childline campaign, Tough to Talk, encouraging boys to speak out about any suicidal thoughts and feelings. By Besi • 3 min read
