General News
Munroe Bergdorf calls for social media platforms to tackle transphobia
London-based model, writer and trans activist, Munroe Bergdorf, has called for social media platforms to tackle transphobic cyberbullying.
General News
Study finds LGBTQ+ more likely to experience workplace harassment
A new report has found LGBTQ+ employees are more likely to feel unsafe and experience harassment in the workplace.
Arts
REVIEW: Olly Alexander- Growing Up Gay
Brian Butler finds Olly Alexander’s gay journey as hard a watch as It’s A Sin but worth it
Arts
QTIBIPoC Writing Workshop with Dean Atta
Which Flag to Wave, a FREE writing workshop that will use flags as a way of talking about pride in various forms is to be hosted by QTIPoC Narratives on Zoom on Friday, February 26 from 7pm.
General News
Study finds puberty blockers improve trans youth wellbeing
A new study published in PLOS One by the NHS Gender Identity Development Service (GIDS) has found young trans people’s mental health improves when they have access to puberty blockers.
General News
Galop launches national hate crime helpline
LGBTQ+ anti-violence organisation, Galop, has launched a national helpline to provide advice and support to queer people who have been affected by anti-LGBTQ+ harassment and violence.
Community
‘The Bushes’ to get a facelift
Early works are set to start soon on reinvigorating Dukes Mound as part of the Black Rock development, with works planned to kick off in mid-February.
Community
Lunch Positive and Together Co launch befriending scheme
The new scheme will match people living with HIV with like-minded volunteers, to develop supportive friendships
Community
Whitehawk FC launch Shout Out for Mental Health campaign
Dulwich Hamlet FC and Whitehawk FC join forces to raise awareness and funds with a series of events in February for the charities Mind in Brighton & Hove, and Mind in Lambeth and Southwark.
General News
Mermaids warns of transphobic cyber-bullying
Trans advocacy organisation, Mermaids, has warned of the high levels of cyber-bullying young trans people face, which often leave them afraid to come out.
Arts
Book REVIEW: Walking into Alchemy: Amelia Marriette
This rather sweet, but non-the-less powerful non-fiction book explores how walking has re-connected her to the world in a vivid passionate way, improved deeper mental health and inspired creativity.
General News
LGBTQ+ organisations apply to join puberty blockers appeal
Stonewall, Gendered Intelligence, the Endocrine Society and young people’s sexual health charity, Brook, have applied to join the NHS appeal against the recent court decision to prevent trans people under 16 from accessing puberty blockers.