Community Martlets partners with Allsorts Youth Project for trans inclusion training Two Sussex-based charities join forces to increase understanding of caring for trans and non-binary community. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Birmingham Glamorous Birmingham security staff declared heroes after tackling ‘swordsman’ Following an incident that happened on Hurst Street in Birmingham in the early hours of Sunday, September 11, a doorman for Glamorous nightclub has been called a hero after chasing and tackling a suspect who was wielding a large sword. By Catherine Muxworthy • 2 min read
Community News BLAGSS announces ‘Bowling Extravaganza’ will take place on Wednesday, November 2 Once again BLAGSS will be organising the event, taking over the whole complex of 26 lanes for BLAGSS’ sports groups and community organisations. Local HIV charity Lunch Positive will be trying to defend their title… By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News Legends Brighton to show funeral of HM Queen Elizabeth II on Monday, September 19 Legends Brighton, the LGBTQ+ hotspot, is to show the funeral of HM Queen Elizabeth II on Monday, September 19. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
News Charles Street Tap fundraiser for the Brighton Rainbow Fund Chris Marshall, landlord at Charles Street Tap, is hosting his Birthday Party with the support of the cream of the cabaret scene, to raise vital funds for the Brighton Rainbow Fund By Chris Gull • 1 min read
Community News Roundabout UK aims to eliminate loneliness in the LGBTQ+ community Roundabout UK is the new, free, location-based app which supports all members of the LGBTQ+ community and allies by connecting them to local LGBTQ+ venues, community groups, charities, Prides, and services. By Chris Gull • 2 min read
Community News The Brighton Rainbow Fund is open for applications The Brighton Rainbow Fund has announced they are now able to accept applications to their main grants programme, the Innovation and Community Strengthening Fund. By Chris Gull • 2 min read
Community Pride Cymru 2022 – Cardiff 27th & 28th August This August Bank Holiday sees the return of Pride Cymru in Cardiff, the theme for this year’s event is #Unique&united / #UnigrywacUnedig with more than 50,000 people expected to enjoy the packed weekend, city centre parade and vibrant LGBTQ+ scene. By Eric Page • 4 min read
Community New survey explores experiences of trans, intersex and gender diverse people during all stages of dying, death and bereavement Stonewall, Hospice UK and the Gender Identity Research & Education Society (GIRES) have launched a new survey, BEING READY, which explores the experiences of trans, intersex and gender diverse people during all stages of dying, death and bereavement. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community David Raven attacked in St James Street Neil Jackson, a close friend of David Raven, has posted this on the Maisie Trollette Appreciation Society FB page today. “Dear all , Firstly, he is home and safe. Some of you already know, but many won’t, that David was assaulted yesterday afternoon, unprovoked, by someone who appeared either unbala By Chris Gull • 1 min read
Community Brighton & Hove Ethical Non-Monogamy Book Club Launches The Ledward Centre (TLC), Brighton & Hove’s LGBTQ+ centre in Jubilee Street, is hosting the Brighton & Hove Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM) Book Club’s first meet on August 31 @ 19:00 – 20:30. The ENM bookclub is a monthly event focusing on books with a theme of alternative relationship structures that a By Chris Gull • 3 min read
Fundraising News OS Lifestyle in Brighton to raise funds for Allsorts Youth Project during Pride OS Lifestyle in Brighton will be on hand to help you get Pride ready by offering charity haircuts over Brighton & Hove Pride on Friday, August 5 (10am – 7pm) and Saturday, August 6 (10am – 3pm) with all proceeds donated to Allsorts Youth Project. By Graham Robson • 1 min read