In this month’s Leaders Blog, our CEO, Paul reflects on a busy Pride Month, movement building, and why strategy means choosing the right game to play well. Read the blog: www.consortium.lgbt/2026/07/06/j...

We're recruiting for a Trans+ Stakeholder Engagement Coordinator. Help strengthen the voice, resilience and collective influence of trans and non-binary organisations across the UK through stakeholder engagement, partnerships and collaborative working. 1/2

Want to help ensure funding reaches LGBT+ organisations that are often closest to community need? We're looking for an LGBT+ Fund Grants Lead to support community-led grant-making across the UK. 1/2

Consortium’s Statement on the Draft Conversion Practices Bill You can read the statement here: consortium.lgbt/2026/06/25/consortiums-statement-on-the-draft-conversion-practices-bill

Older LGBTQ+ people are a resilient and vital part of the LGBTQ+ community, but many older LGBTQ+ people face significant inequalities in housing, health, social care, and financial security. Too often, their experiences are overlooked. 1/2

The London Fund is now open to applications. Please visit the eligibility checker, fund guidance and FAQ pages before applying. The fund will close to new applications on the 12th of August at 12pm midday.   APPLY NOW: lgbtfund.org.uk/live-funds/l... @consortium.lgbt

We're excited to see the London Fund open for applications, supporting LGBT+ organisations and groups across the capital! Applications close on 12 August at 12pm midday.

The LGBT+ Fund, powered by @consortium.lgbt are named Top 10 LGBTI funder and Top 3 LGBTI intermediary funder in Western Europe in Global Philanthropy Project’s 2023–2024 Global Resources Report: Government and Philanthropic Support for LGBTI Communities globalresourcesreport.org/wp-content/u...

We’re proud to see this recognition of the LGBT Fund’s role in moving resources into LGBT+ communities across Western Europe, supporting grassroots work and long-term change. It reflects the collective effort to ensure funding reaches where it’s needed most!

Last week, our Chief Executive, Paul Roberts, and Trustee, Callum Pethick, attended the Trans+ History Week Parliamentary Reception. We supported the event booking and helped ensure access through Trans+ History Week travel bursaries for those who might not otherwise attend. 1/3

Is your organisation led by and for LGBT+ disabled people? Are you interested in connecting with similar groups? Join us online on the 9th of June, from 6pm - 7.30pm [1/4]

Consortium's Statement on the EHRC Code of Practice: www.consortium.lgbt/2026/05/21/c...

Older Queer Voices is delighted to invite you to the Older Queer Voices Festival, an extraordinary evening celebrating the stories, resilience, and contributions of older LGBTQ+ people, in partnership with Tesco, Booker and Best Food Logistics and N20. 1/3

Today is #IDAHOBIT2026, International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Lesbophobia, Interphobia and Transphobia. This year’s theme, “At the heart of democracy”, reminds us that LGBTQIA+ people have always been part of movements for justice, dignity, freedom and equality. 1/2

ILGA-Europe’s Rainbow Map 2026 shows the UK remaining in 22nd place out of 49 European countries, continuing a concerning trend of stagnation and regression on LGBTQIA+ rights. 1/2

Would you like to contribute to research on suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ people? The research project, entitled @Rain_Within_The_Rainbow, is being run by Edinburgh University, and you can contribute in several ways – including by taking a survey or giving an interview. 1/2

ILGA-Europe’s 2026 Rainbow Map is a painful reminder that the UK has fallen far on LGBT+ rights. Rights do not protect themselves, and our communities deserve better. Read our latest leaders blog from our Head of Partnerships and Development, Heather Paterson: www.consortium.lgbt/2026/05/12/m...

Today we’re celebrating 15 years of Paul Roberts at LGBT+ Consortium 🏳️‍🌈 For 15 years, Paul’s leadership has helped shape Consortium into a values-driven, collaborative organisation committed to supporting LGBT+ communities across the UK. 1/2

Launching in Intersectionality Awareness Week 2026 - this guide has been created with LGBT+ disabled-led organisations across the UK, in a roundtable facilitated by LGBT+ Consortium. 1/2

Recover with Pride is recruiting members for its Gambling Harm Lived Experience Advisory Board. Open to LGBTQ+ people with lived experience of gambling harms, directly or through someone else’s gambling. Full role details and applicant pack: https://www.switchboard.org.uk/jobs/

Today marks Trans+ History Day, part of Trans+ History Week. At Consortium, we are proud to support our member Trans+ History Week in restoring Trans+ people’s place in our collective human story and creating space to share the history lesson many of us were never taught. 1/4

Consortium's Statement on Anti-LGBT+ and Disability Hate Crime Becoming an Aggravated Offence: consortium.lgbt/2026/04/30/consortiums-statement-on-anti-lgbt-and-disability-hate-crime-becoming-an-aggravated-offence

The 7th edition of @queereast.org.uk returns to London from 1 May to 6 June 2026. Featuring films, performances, live arts, and community-centred talks and workshops, the festival showcases LGBTQ+ stories and histories from East and Southeast Asia and beyond. 1/2

Last week, during Lesbian Visibility Week 2026, our @lgbtfunduk.bsky.social Development Manager Emma Miller-McCaffrey had the privilege of attending a powerful and inspiring event at the London Stock Exchange in partnership with DIVA Charitable Trust. 1/3

I’m joining @consortium.lgbt as a trustee. Pleased to be part of a team building LGBT+ community capacities, nurturing solidarity and resourcing grassroots groups that work to secure our communities’ wellbeing. We need to keep supporting each other as we resist political hostility and austerity. 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈

We’re proud to celebrate this year’s DIVA Power List 2026 and are delighted to see so many of our members, funders, and partners recognised in this year’s list. We are especially thrilled to see our very own Emma Miller-McCaffrey recognised in the Role Model category 🌈 1/2

We’re proud to announce the appointment of two new trustees to Consortium: Dr Senthorun Raj (he/him) and Dr Pip Jamie Gardner (they/them/ze/zir). 1/3

We are encouraging UK organisations working on LGBTI or issues related to sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and sex characteristics (SOGIESC) to take part in the LGBTI Pathways survey, led by @ilgaworld.bsky.social and the @gpp-updates.bsky.social. 1/3

It’s Lesbian Visibility Week, a time to celebrate and uplift lesbian voices across our communities. At Consortium, we know visibility means being heard, respected, and valued. 1/3

@lgbtswitchboard.bsky.social Community Survey This year marks 50 years of Brighton and Hove LGBT Switchboard supporting LGBTQ+ people and communities. 1/4

Maidstone Trans Network (www.maidstonetransnetwork.uk) is thrilled to have joined @consortium.lgbt, the largest network of LGBT+ groups and orgs in the UK. Also raising funds to secure a private meeting space for our members. If you have any spare coin, please visit donorbox.org/maidstone-tr.... 🙏🏳️‍⚧️💕

Calling all LGBT+ organisations 📣 Have you ever received an enterprise development grant? Are you interested in receiving one? Please complete this 5-minute survey to inform enterprise grant funders what would help strengthen your organisation. You can fill out the survey here: buff.ly/5V8h0Vw

As a follow-up to our previous post, we’re pleased to share our full 2025/26 report on the Partnership’s input during the final year of the HWA (Health and Wellbeing Alliance). In April, The National LGBT+ Partnership turns 17 years old. 1/5

Today, on Trans Day of Visibility, we celebrate trans and non-binary people everywhere, recognising the power of being seen and the importance of visibility. At Consortium, we are proud to work alongside incredible trans and non-binary led member organisations. 1/4

We’re really proud to be nominated for the Community Organisation Award for LGBT at the National Diversity Awards 2026 alongside so many brilliant organisations across the LGBTQ+ sector, including some of our amazing members 💜 You can vote for us at www.nationaldiversityawards.co.uk/awards-2026/...

This #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek, we’re celebrating neurodivergent voices, challenging stigma and pushing for real inclusion. Read more in our latest blog: www.consortium.lgbt/2026/03/18/n...

LGBTQ+ Specific Safeguarding Training ½ day Level 1 Safeguarding training LGBTQ+ specific Level 1 Safeguarding training, for LGBTQ+ organisations working with children & young people. GIRES Level 1 Safeguarding Training 16th June 2026 Booking ends 9th June at 12pm. 1/5

In a new blog, Chay Brown, Policy Lead at the National LGBT+ Partnership, reflects on the organisation’s work to bring LGBT+ health issues into national policy discussions with NHS England and the Department for Health and Social Care. 1/2

🤝 In partnership with @goodlawproject.bsky.social, @whatthetrans.com, @consortium.lgbt, @clairestranstalks.bsky.social alongside many others, we’ve delivered the kind of critical reporting and insight that fills the gaps left by the mainstream press. www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/queeraf202...

We are seeking two new Trustees to join our Board. We value lived experience and alignment with our values just as much as professional experience. [1/3]

As Ramadan begins, we’re sending love and solidarity to all Muslim LGBTQIA+ people in our communities and beyond. May this month bring reflection, strength and peace 🌙

We need to protect trans rights. Inclusive spaces are under attack - we must defend them. Consortium have joined Trans+ Solidarity Alliance and over 140 other feminist and LGBTQ+ organisations to demand political action. 1/2

We are launching a new monthly reflections series from Consortium’s Senior Leadership Team, starting with a powerful piece from Heather Paterson, Head of Partnerships and Development. 1/3

New on the Consortium website! 🌟 We’ve launched a new 'Collaboration' category on the Consortium website so members can connect, share opportunities, and work together to achieve common goals. You’ll need to be logged into the Dashboard to submit an opportunity. 1/2

Our Annual Conference & AGM brought members, partners, trustees and staff together for a day focused on strengthening the foundations of the LGBT+ sector and building towards brighter collective futures, alongside the launch of Consortium’s new strategy for 2026–2030. 1/2

Thank you to all who attended the Consortium AGM and Conference today! While the session ended earlier than expected, the video of the closing message will follow shortly, and a full write-up of the event will be available next week.

Due to a technical issue the event has ended unexpectedly. If you’re unable to re-enter the closing session, we will share the closing remarks with all attendees shortly

In the Capacity Building workshop, queer community leaders explored leadership rooted in care, courage, and collective power. Queer leadership centres community, values lived experience, and is never a solo act, it is built together.

Natasha Ereia-Guyer from Civil Society Together, who evaluates Consortium’s impact, highlighted that storytelling and hope are essential ingredients for driving systems change.

Harvey Kennedy‑Pitt from Unstuckk highlights how data and research can put power back in the hands of communities.