Love isn't dashing for a flower stall at the tube station, love is for everyone, in every way; not only for Valentine's Day but every day. Donate to Spectra today to keep love accessible for everyone https://spectra-london.org.uk/support-us/

For National Testing Week, we are sharing with you some common questions we get about sexually transmitted infections (STIs), what they are, and how you can practise safe s*x! If you have any more questions about STIs, drop us a DM and we'll get back to you!

It's National HIV Testing Week! Testing is free, quick, and easy, and you can even do it from home.  HIV can affect anyone, and testing is the only way to know your HIV status. Whatever the result, it helps you stay in control of your health.  Find us at: https://spectra-london.org.uk/all-events/

We are open for info on healthcare access to trans, intersex or gender questioning people. We are here to answer your questions about physical and mental health, disability access support, NHS complaint raising, record changes, deed polls and hormone access.  [email protected]

Join us as a sessional worker! Facilitate a monthly in person peer social group for trans spectrum, gender non-conforming and non-binary identifying individuals. £14.70 per hour, at least 3hrs per month ℹ️ Find the application info on our website: https://spectra-london.org.uk/get-involved/#vacancies

Are you a trans writer of colour? Contribute to a new anthology of short stories dreamed up and written by trans people of colour. We will pay you a fee of £1000. Submissions are open now. https://form.jotform.com/253423694960060 Deadline: 8 Feb, 2026 Questions? Email: [email protected]

What comes to mind when you think of STIs? It's Sexually Transmitted Infection Questions Day: a day to raise awareness about sexually transmitted infections, what they are, and how you can practise safe s*x, and Spectra is here to answer your questions!

Last chance to apply! Join our Trans Counselling Service as an Art Therapist! 1day (7.5hrs) a week £34,054 per annum FTE (£6,810.80 pro rata) ℹ️ Find the application info and full job description here: https://spectra-london.org.uk/get-involved/#vacancies ⏰ Closing date: 5pm, 9th January 2026

We're seeking 3 Volunteer Trainee Counsellors in different counselling services. Please visit our website for the full requirements for each role: • Trainee Trans Counsellor • Trainee Psychosexual Counsellor  • Trainee Sexual Health Counsellor ℹ️ Apply here: https://spectra-london.org.uk/volunteer/

We're back from the winter break! Got a question about sexual health? We’re here for you! Our team offers free, confidential HIV & STI testing in safe, welcoming spaces across London. Check out where we will be next week on spectra-london.org.uk/all-events

Are you looking for jobs to apply to during Betweetxmas? Spectra has a few vacancies going, across different teams! Check them out on: https://spectra-london.org.uk/get-involved/#vacancies

Stigma around HIV still affects how people access information, testing and care. Spectra’s outreach teams focus on meeting people where they are, creating space for open conversations about sexual health and HIV. Your support helps us continue this work: https://spectra-london.org.uk/donate/

Looking back at Red Run,  the biggest fundraising event for the HIV sector in the UK. We raised £2,953, more than triple what we raised in 2024! Let’s triple that again in 2026 😉 If you’re living with HIV, check out our free wellbeing workshops: https://www.outsavvy.com/organiser/spectra-cic

Season’s greetings from everyone at Spectra! We hope the holidays bring you rest, comfort, and moments of joy, whether you’re spending them with others or taking time for yourself.

A small winter kindness can go a long way ❄️ Spectra creates safe, affirming spaces for LGBTQIA+ people and wider historically marginalised communities across London. A donation can help us continue this work into 2025. https://spectra-london.org.uk/donate/

Are you trans, non-binary or LGBTQ+? D you want to support others in building confidence, navigating healthcare, or finding connection in community? We’re recruiting new volunteer mentors for our next training day on: 25 Feb, 10:00-16:00 online Email us on trans@spectra-london.org.uk

Join our team as an Art Therapist in our Trans Counselling Service! 1days (7.5hours) per week £34,054 per annum FTE (£6,810.80 pro rata) ℹ️ Find the application info and full job description here: https://spectra-london.org.uk/get-involved/#vacancies ⏰ Closing date: 5pm, 9th January 2026

Starting in January, our HIV support team will conduct a series of four weekly online workshops on looking after your health and wellbeing while living with HIV.  Book via the link below 👇 https://bit.ly/4pHJRPf

Join our team as a Counsellor/Psychotherapist in our peer-led Trans Counselling Service! 1-2 days (7.5-15 hrs) per week £34,054 per annum FTE (£6,810.80-13,621.60 pro rata) ℹ️ Application info and job description here: https://spectra-london.org.uk/get-involved/#vacancies ⏰ Due date: 5pm, 09/01/2026

The @esmeefairbairn.bsky.social  has generously awarded us funding to support our trans and non-binary staff’s wellbeing!  A huge THANK YOU to the Foundation for enabling us to provide extra wellbeing support for our team this year.

Could you be our new Head of Fundraising? Help us diversify our funding base and form our strategy for the future. • 5 days (36 hours) per week • £45,500 p/a, 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays ℹ️ Info and role description on our website: https://spectra-london.org.uk/get-involved/#vacancies

Struggling with sexual health concerns? We’re here to help. Spectra offers free, confidential sexual health counselling in Hillingdon. Sign up: form.jotform.com/SpectraGMI/general-sh-counselling 📧 Questions? Email: counselling@spectra-london.org.uk

Today is Human Rights Day. At Spectra, we are committed to supporting communities, amplifying voices, and creating spaces where diversity is celebrated and inclusion is the norm. Every person deserves to live free from discrimination and to have their voice heard.

We're seeking 3 Volunteer Trainee Counsellors in different counselling services. Please visit our website for the full requirements for each role: • Trainee Trans Counsellor • Trainee Psychosexual Counsellor  • Trainee Sexual Health Counsellor ℹ️ Apply here: https://spectra-london.org.uk/volunteer/

This #GivingTuesday, help Spectra support London’s most marginalised communities. Your donation powers free sexual health services, trans peer support, and inclusive outreach. 👉 Donate today: https://spectra-london.org.uk/donate/ #SpectraLondon #Spectra #GivingTuesdayUK

World AIDS Day 2025. Today, we honour the 42 million lives lost since the start of the AIDS epidemic and stand in solidarity with the 40.8 million people living with HIV worldwide. Stand with us. Act now.

💬 Got questions about sexual health? We’ve got answers! What questions do you have about your sexual health? Drop them in the comments or send us a DM. Our team is here to help you with confidential, judgment-free information. 💙 #Spectra #SpectraLondon #SexualHealth #SafeSex #HealthMatters

Join us as a Community Sexual Health Outreach Manager! Oversee our community-based sexual health services across North West & South West London.  4 days a week, £38,000 FTE (£30,400 pro rata) ℹ️ Apply here: https://spectra-london.org.uk/get-involved/#vacancies ⏰ Due date: Midday, 5th January 2026

Join our team as a Young People’s Services Manager! 3 days a week £38,000 FTE (£22,800 pro rata) Develop & support our youth service offer across South West London ℹ️ More info on our website: spectra-london.org.uk/get-involved/#vacancies ⏰ Closing date: Midday, 5 January 2026

Every week, Spectra’s outreach team visits local community hubs to offer free, confidential HIV & STI testing - and real conversations about sexual health. Come as you are, no appointment needed. Find our where we are next week here: https://spectra-london.org.uk/all-events/

Join Spectra this World AIDS Day for a free online HIV awareness training. Learn the facts, break the stigma, and empower yourself with knowledge that saves lives. Date: December 1 Sign up : https://www.outsavvy.com/event/31721/hiv-awareness-training-world-aids-day

Trans Health 101 - Online Workshop Learn about: - Current medical transition options in the UK - How to make a plan that works for you - Tips for navigating NHS and private pathways 20 November, 4.30pm https://www.outsavvy.com/event/28032/spectras-trans-health-advocacy-service-workshops#anchor

This Trans Awareness Week, we celebrate trans joy, resilience and community. At Spectra, we’re proud to be a trans-led organisation supporting trans, non-binary and gender-diverse people.  Find out more about our trans-specific services: https://spectra-london.org.uk/trans-services/

Less than 2 weeks to go for World AIDS Day Red Run 2025 and we can’t wait to see you there! Join us for this annual event celebrating the amazing contributions of charities in the HIV sector. Together, we’ll raise vital funds to support people living with HIV. 📅 22 November 📍 Victoria Park, London

It's 100 days since a vaccine became available for free across the UK to those at the highest risk of gonorrhoea. Find out more about the vaccine on our website. https://tht.org.uk/sexual-health/stis/gonorrhoea/getting-vaccinated-gonorrhoea

Our outreach team is on the move! If you have questions about your body, sexual health, or want to get tested, come see us next week at 📍: 14 September: 10.30am - 3pm: St Mary's Church Hall, UB9 6BX @h4allorg 12pm - 3pm: Southfields Library, SW19 6NL

🚨The UK Health Security Agency is urging those who are eligible to get vaccinated as a new strain of mpox spreads across Europe & the US. Do you have multiple sexual partners, attend sex-on-premises venues or have group sex? If yes, then you may be eligible. 💉 Book your vaccine: nhs.uk/mpox-vaccine

The Simon Dennis Awards are still open to applications from grass roots and community groups supporting LGBTQ+ and racialised people. Grants are up to £2,500 💸 Deadline: 10 November, 9am. Apply 👇 https://spectra-london.org.uk/charity/

Spectra supports London’s LGBTQ+ and marginalised communities with free health services, peer mentoring & outreach. Your donation helps us do more. 💙 Support inclusive care: https://spectra-london.org.uk/donate/ #SpectraLondon #DonateForImpact #HealthEquity #SupportSpectra

Big news in the fight against HIV! The NHS is rolling out injectable PrEP, a long-acting HIV prevention option only for people who can’t take daily pills. It lasts two months and will be available through the NHS across England. https://spectra-london.org.uk/2025/10/21/injectable-prep-rollout-nhs/

We’re out in the community every week offering free, confidential HIV & STI testing and answering your sexual health questions in a safe, supportive space. 📍 Next week, find us at: 20/09, 2.30pm: UB8 2PJ 21/09, 11am, UB8 3RG 24/09, 10am, TW2 7BA and 11am, UB7 9JL 25/09, 10am, CR0 2TB

The Simon Dennis Award by Spectra gives out up to £2,500 to grass roots and community groups supporting LGBTQ+ and racialised people. Proposals must share Spectra's mission in supporting good mental health, sexual health and wellbeing. Deadline: 10 November. https://spectra-london.org.uk/charity/

Our trans health advocacy service is here for you 🏳️‍⚧️ Get in touch with us over email at advocacy@spectra-london.org.uk for support with your healthcare! #Spectra #SpectraLondon #Trans #TransHealthcare

Yesterday, Spectra and the @ask4alex.bsky.social attended the Health & Wellbeing Day by Spear, who work closely to support people who experience homelessness or social isolation. Thank you for having us!

Today is #WorldHomelessDay 🏠   26% of trans people experience homelessness, which impacts access to healthcare, transition, and employment    Our housing events explore these interconnecting systems.    Come be part of the conversation: https://f.mtr.cool/zjvurugtxc    #TransRights #HousingJustice

The Simon Dennis Awards are open to applications from grassroots and community groups supporting LGBTQ+ and racialised people. Grants are up to £2,500. Deadline: 10 November 10. Apply 👇 https://f.mtr.cool/xrhsxudofn

The Trans Learning Partnership who do research on trans people's living experience and push for policy change release a new report and are organising free events in London, Manchester and Glasgow on trans people's experiences of housing. https://f.mtr.cool/xeikrhpblz

Looking to get tested for HIV? Or just to ask some questions about your sexual health? Every week, we go around London, visiting public libraries, community centres, and town halls and we talk all things sexual health. Check out where we are this week: https://spectra-london.org.uk/all-events/

Our trans health advocates visited the MSI West London Regional Treatment centre last week! They provide NHS funded abortion, vasectomy and contraception care across 60 clinics in the UK and abroad.🏳️‍⚧️ Find out what services are available in your local area: https://www.msichoices.org/

The Simon Dennis Awards are open to applications again! Grass-roots groups in Greater London are invited to apply for up to £2,500 for initiatives that benefit LGBTQ+ and racialised people. https://spectra-london.org.uk/charity/