LGBTQ+ News Galop, the charity which supports LGBTQ+ people who have experienced abuse and violence, to benefit from cash boost from the UK government Galop, the charity which supports LGBTQ+ people who have experienced abuse and violence, is to benefit from a funding boost from the UK government to help more victims of domestic abuse access support at the most vulnerable moments in their lives. Nine helplines across eight charities, including Gal By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community Standing Strong: A Lesbian Survivor’s Plea for Inclusive Domestic Abuse Support “From the moment I walked through the doors of the LGBTQ+ support group, I felt a sense of belonging and acceptance,” Sarah shares. “For the first time, I was able to speak openly about my experiences as a lesbian survivor, knowing that I was surrounded by people who understood and supported me.” By Contributor • 2 min read
Community Addressing the Silence: The Urgent Call for Tailored Support for LGBTQ+ Survivors of Domestic Violence in Brighton & Hove For LGBTQ+ survivors, having access to support that is affirming, inclusive, and understanding of their unique experiences can be a lifeline in their journey to safety and healing. By Contributor • 3 min read
Community A Trans Survivor’s Call for Trans-Inclusive Domestic Violence Services: A Personal Perspective For me, accessing trans-inclusive support services was not just about finding refuge from the violence; it was about reclaiming my dignity, my identity, and my sense of worth as a transgender individual. By Contributor • 2 min read
Comment LGBTQ+ Specific Domestic Abuse Services in Brighton & Hove Is current provision fit for purpose or responsive to the clearly articulated needs of LGBTQ+ communities themselves. Communities frequently ask for ‘by and for’ services – and this has not been provided. By Contributor • 4 min read
LGBTQ+ News Astrid Palmer, LGBTQ+ domestic violence advocate at Brighton & Hove LGBTQ+ Switchboard, attends House of Commons reception to celebrate fund which supports projects that provide a safety net for survivors of domestic abuse A Brighton & Hove LGBTQ+ Switchboard expert recently attended a parliamentary reception to celebrate a fund which supports projects that provide a safety net for survivors of domestic abuse. Astrid Palmer, an LGBTQ+ specialist, independent domestic violence advocate, was among guests invited to the By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Jobs JOB: Switchboard seeks full-time Specialist LGBTQ+ Independent Domestic Violence Advocate Switchboard’s Domestic Abuse service provides a holistic and affirming support to LGBTQ+ victims and survivors of domestic abuse across Sussex By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Arts REVIEW: ‘In the Dream House’ by Carmen Maria Machado The book is astounding, but with its clarion call of authentic experience it shows us the author not only growing stronger in a world determined to undermine and destroy, but learning, navigating and finally breaking free to document, share and convince. Machado redefines what a memoir can be and gi By Eric Page • 2 min read
General News A quarter of HIV-positive Americans have experienced violence from partners A new study has found HIV-positive Americans are at a higher risk of experiencing domestic violence. By Rachel Badham • 2 min read
Community Galop launches new guide on delivering services for LGBTQ+ survivors of domestic abuse The UK’s LGBT+ anti-violence charity launches a new guide to encourage and support commissioners, services, policy-makers, and the government to work in partnership to better meet the needs of LGBTQ+ survivors of domestic abuse. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Community Stay Brave announce this year’s Walking Brave will take place online Stay Brave announces this year’s fundraising challenge Walking Brave is to take place online from 10am on Monday, September 28 to Sunday, October 4. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community LGBTQ+ charity Stay Brave launch five-year strategy Stay Brave launches ambitious five-year strategy to amplify the voices of male and LGBTQ+ survivors of abuse By Graham Robson • 2 min read
