This evening's reading: How to defeat the far right by @nicklowles.bsky.social @hopenothate.org.uk hopenothate.bigcartel.com/product/preo...

This #ESEAHeritageMonth, we recognise the rich and diverse experiences of East and South East Asian LGBT+ people across the UK and beyond! From activism to art, music to film, ESEA LGBT+ voices have always been part of the cultural fabric. 1/2

This month is a moment to uplift these stories, challenge stereotypes, and honour identity in all its intersections. #EastandSouthEastAsianHeritageMonth 2/2

We are pleased to launch the Older LGBTQ+ Londoner's Guide 2025 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈 A printed resource created through a pilot project with older LGBTQ+ people and organisations across London. Find it in LGBTQ+ spaces and feel free to copy and share it! 1/2

This pilot project responds to the serious gaps in support for older LGBTQ+ Londoners. The guide is a printed resource listing groups, events and services by and for LGBTQ+ people over 50. You can find the resource here: consortium.lgbt/opresource/ 2/2

Choose 20 paintings that have stayed with you or influenced you — one painting per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just paintings. #blueskyartchallenge #art #painting 19/20 Nighthawks - Edward Hopper (1942)

No, supporting trans rights doesn’t cost elections! “43 percent of voters were more likely to vote for a candidate who stands up for transgender people. Just 21 percent of voters would be less likely to support a candidate who supports trans rights.”

Choose 20 paintings that have stayed with you or influenced you — one painting per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just paintings. #blueskyartchallenge #art #painting 18/20 Grupp I, nr 5. - Hilma af Klint (1906-07)

The EHRC has now submitted their draft Code of Practice to the UK Government & it could have a devastating impact on trans lives in the UK. Please write to your MP, supporting our call for full scrutiny & meaningful debate on the Code. Template here: www.scottishtrans.org/codeofpracti...

Joint Statement: LGBT+ sector stands up against racism Amid rising far-right protests and racism, we stand shoulder to shoulder with LGBTQ+ communities—especially people of colour, Muslims, migrants, refugees and people seeking asylum. 1/2

Visit the link below to read the statement and to add your organisation's name: consortium.lgbt/lgbt-sector-stands-up-against-racism 2/2

Just a reminder that the LGBT+ Disabled Roundtable is tomorrow, 24th September, from 6pm–7:30pm on Zoom! If your organisation is led by and for LGBT+ disabled people, join us to connect, collaborate, and help shape future action.

Today is Bisexual Visibility Day, a time to honour and celebrate all those with Bi+ identities! Whether you’re out, questioning, quiet, loud, confident or still figuring it out, you are seen, valued, and loved. 💜💗💙 #BisexualVisibilityDay

In a divided world, fear spreads fast, but hope can be just as powerful. 🌍✨ Great piece from Charity Comms on how hope-based comms inspire action, build empathy & create change. Worth a read! www.charitycomms.org.uk/how-hope-bas...

Happy #BisexualVisibilityDay to all of my Bi+ followers 🩷💜💙 www.youtube.com/watch?v=Twm5...

✊🏿 Paid opportunities for Black LGBTQIA+ writers and journalists! The @thelovetankcic.bsky.social Phil Samba @idiosyncraticxl.bsky.social is joining @WeAreQueerAF.com as our Black History Month UK guest editor Details in 🧵 or apply now 👇 www.wearequeeraf.com/black-histor...

@sayitsheffield.bsky.social, @unisouthampton.bsky.social & @sheffielduni.bsky.social present #LGBTQ+ Love, Life & the Law — a musical storytelling project in Sheffield & Bradford. 📅 Wed 1 Oct, 6pm 📍 Sidney & Matilda, Sidney St 🎟 Free, pre-booking required: www.tickettailor.com/events/theun...

NION have now launched a website: notinourname.org.uk 53,171 have signed. Let's get to 100,000

Choose 20 paintings that have stayed with you or influenced you — one painting per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just paintings. #blueskyartchallenge #art #painting 17/20 Untitled (Red on Red) - Mark Rothko (1969)

New Podcast Episode: Too Sexy For Michigan In this episode: Bridget Philipson’s overloaded inbox. The Liberal Democrat conference and Liberal Voice for Women. An absolute heroine taking on JPAC and the NHS Blood & Transplant service. And more! whatthetrans.com/ep140/

Anyone know if there is a planned counter demo to this yet? Let me know and I'll add it to the map at www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/e... @whatthetrans.com ?

Choose 20 paintings that have stayed with you or influenced you — one painting per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just paintings. #blueskyartchallenge #art #painting 16/20 In the Hold - David Bomberg (1913–14)

Trump’s war on trans people has left Americans seeking asylum — from America

An FOI seen by QueerAF shows the anti-trans organisation included in a consultation that led to RSE guidance that will introduce what has been widely described as a 'Section 28 2.0' https://www.wearequeeraf.com/section-28-2-0-rse-consultation-featured-four-explicitly-anti-trans-groups-foi-reveals

Choose 20 paintings that have stayed with you or influenced you — one painting per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just paintings. #blueskyartchallenge #art #painting 15/20 Spectrum IV - Ellsworth Kelly (1967)

One freshly groomed fluff 🥰

Officially in old lady territory - just been to opticians, and I'm getting my first pair of varifocals 👓👩‍🦯👵🦮

Thankfully, I don't need to do it as much here as I did on the bird site, but just blocked a transphobe in my replies Before the Freeze Peach warriors wade in, you have free speech (within legal limits of not inciting violence etc) but you don't have right to have your nonsense promoted on my page.

As a cis woman, I have seen a LOT of anti-trans arguments that make things a lot more unsafe for me. Not just the arguments, the way they are so comfortable with, and protective of, abusive men.

The “trans people in sport” discourse is flaring up again this morning. It’s the same question: do trans women have a biological advantage? (Notice how they erase trans men entirely.) Here’s my hot take: So what if they do? 🧵 [1/9]

The EHRC has provided its draft of a new code of practice to ministers, which now sits with them to either accept or disapprove - but how can MPs intervene? www.wearequeeraf.com/can-mps-stop...

LGBT+ Parents & Carers Day is a day dedicated to raising awareness, promoting representation, and acknowledging the vibrant community of LGBT+ parents and carers, as well as their children. 1/3

On 19/09/76, Spare Rib exposed the injustices faced by lesbian parents in the UK, many of whom lost custody of their children due to discriminatory court rulings. This date remains a reminder of past struggles and a call to keep breaking down stereotypes while celebrating diverse families. 2/3

It aims to bridge the gap by shedding light on the narratives, struggles, joys, and achievements of the community. The day is more than a celebration; it's a call to action for increased awareness, representation, visibility, and acknowledgement. 3/3

It’s time for women and allies to speak up. To say ‘not in our name’ to the discrimination and exclusion of trans people. Are you with us? ✍️ If you are a woman and agree please sign @nionwomen.bsky.social 's open letter https://goodlaw.social/wu1u

Choose 20 paintings that have stayed with you or influenced you — one painting per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just paintings. #blueskyartchallenge #art #painting 14/20 The Young Girls - Tamara Lempicka (1930)

Some facts and figures about Bisexuality in the UK from a recent survey by the Office of National Statistics. These were discussed and expanded upon in a recent Guardian article. www.theguardian.com/world/2025/j... #bisexualityawarenessweek #bisexual #lgbt

This Bisexual Awareness Week, we celebrate Bi+ visibility by highlighting inspiring people with Bi+ identities. Bisexuality is an umbrella term that includes attraction to more than one gender, with many identities falling under this community. 1/6

From stage and screen to music and activism, their stories show the importance of being seen. Alan Cumming is a Tony-winning actor and activist known for his work in theatre, film, and TV. 2/6

Janelle Monáe is a Grammy-nominated singer and actor who explores identity and freedom through their art. 3/6

Tessa Thompson is an actor and singer who plays Valkyrie, the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s first openly queer superhero. 4/6

Freddie Mercury was the legendary Queen frontman who loved across gender lines and shaped music history. 5/6

Gottmik is a drag performer and makeup artist who identifies as pansexual and challenges gender norms. #BiWeek #BisexualAwarenessWeek 6/6

Is your organisation led by and for LGBT+ disabled people? 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Join our meeting on 24th September, from 6pm-7.30pm (on Zoom). 1/4

This year LGBT+ Consortium's London team is facilitating a series of roundtables to bring together organisations across different sectors and communities to explore collaborations, increase visibility and generate action plans and insight that we can use to influence decision-makers. 2/4

Join us in our fifth session where we will be joined by Disability Rights UK, build on previous sessions mapping, and you will also have the opportunity to connect with other organisations, share challenges, best practice and ideas for collaborations. 3/4

Consortium will renumerate each participating organisation. If you would like to attend, please get in touch with [email protected] 4/4

Choose 20 paintings that have stayed with you or influenced you — one painting per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just paintings. #blueskyartchallenge #art #painting 13/20 Skull of a Skeleton with a Burning Cigarette - Vincent van Gogh (1885-86)

Honoured to be nominated in the Person with Purpose category for the 2026 Northern Power Women Awards. Grateful to the brilliant colleagues, partners & communities I work with every day – none of this happens alone. Proud to stand alongside so many inspiring changemakers. #NPWAwards

Rising violence and harassment against intersex people in the EU. fra.europa.eu/en/news/2025...