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Abuse and Hate Crime

Advice for LGBTQ+ PoC experiencing domestic abuse

Advice for LGBTQ+ PoC experiencing domestic abuse

Queer people from communities of colour may face different challenges or complications. Read more

Published: 23rd November, 2021

Updated: 24th November, 2021

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

What is domestic abuse?

What is domestic abuse?

Domestic abuse can take many forms, and LGBTQ+ people may experience it in specific ways. Read more

Published: 23rd November, 2021

Updated: 24th November, 2021

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

Where to find domestic abuse support

Where to find domestic abuse support

A list of organisations that help LGBTQ+ people who are experiencing domestic abuse Read more

Published: 23rd November, 2021

Updated: 24th November, 2021

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

How to help a friend experiencing domestic abuse

How to help a friend experiencing domestic abuse

How to support a friend, help them stay safe, and ensure they feel heard. Read more

Published: 23rd November, 2021

Updated: 25th November, 2021

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

LGBTQ+ domestic violence myths

LGBTQ+ domestic violence myths

We bust falsehoods about abuse in queer relationships. Read more

Published: 23rd November, 2021

Updated: 1st April, 2022

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

Can young people experience domestic abuse?

Can young people experience domestic abuse?

If you're a young LGBTQ+ person then you could be experiencing domestic violence. But what can you do? Read more

Published: 23rd November, 2021

Updated: 24th November, 2021

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

Using online support safely

Using online support safely

How to keep your information private and prevent an abuser from seeing your digital footprint. Read more

Published: 23rd November, 2021

Updated: 24th November, 2021

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

Help LGBTQ+ people experiencing domestic violence

Help LGBTQ+ people experiencing domestic violence

We need your help to shape our domestic violence hub Read more

Published: 8th July, 2021

Updated: 7th September, 2021

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

Hate crime and bullying: why we have to be better

Hate crime and bullying: why we have to be better

The truth is that the path that leads to such horrific crimes is clear. This is what happens when the lives of gay men, lesbians, bisexual and trans people are considered to be inferior or unworthy. Read more

Published: 8th June, 2021

Updated: 29th July, 2021

Author: Liam Murphy

What can we do about revenge porn?

What can we do about revenge porn?

If you’ve ever sent a nude or a sext, you’re not alone. Read more

Published: 8th June, 2021

Updated: 30th July, 2021

Author: Liam Murphy

Sex online: consent still counts

Sex online: consent still counts

Unfortunately, the digital ghost of your nudes and ‘shows’ can come back to haunt you, as images can get saved and shared, screens can get recorded, and often without the consent of the picture or video’s subject. Read more

Published: 8th June, 2021

Updated: 28th July, 2021

Author: Liam Murphy

Revenge porn and the impact on your health

Revenge porn and the impact on your health

Images get saved and shared, often without the consent of the picture or video’s subject. It can be damaging. Not only to reputation but to someone’s mental health, let alone a huge breach of trust and privacy. Read more

Published: 8th June, 2021

Updated: 29th July, 2021

Author: Liam Murphy

I'm black but you still have to ask for consent

I'm black but you still have to ask for consent

On a few occasions, men who were perfect strangers have touched me inappropriately in gay bars and in gay nightclubs without my consent. Read more

Published: 7th June, 2021

Updated: 30th July, 2021

Author: Liam Murphy

The power of

The power of "no"

If, like me, you’ve never sat down and thought about the term ‘consent’, you’d be forgiven for thinking that it doesn’t really apply to you... Read more

Published: 7th June, 2021

Updated: 30th July, 2021

Author: Liam Murphy

Consent and the gay community

Consent and the gay community

Does the gay community have an issue with consent? Read more

Published: 7th June, 2021

Updated: 30th July, 2021

Author: Liam Murphy

How to be an ally

How to be an ally

Read more

Published: 20th October, 2020

Updated: 8th July, 2021

Author: Liam Murphy

Reporting and the police

Reporting and the police

Read more

Published: 20th October, 2020

Updated: 8th October, 2021

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

Hate Crime: Where to get support

Hate Crime: Where to get support

If you’ve experienced an anti-LGBTQ+ hate crime then you might not be sure how to proceed. Do you want to report it? Do you want to find support? You might have questions about the reporting process. Or you might just want someone to talk to. Read more

Published: 20th October, 2020

Updated: 8th October, 2021

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

What is a hate crime?

What is a hate crime?

When we imagine a hate crime, we often picture physical injury or violence, like someone being attacked in the street. While these can be classed as hate crimes, the full breadth of what counts a hate crime is actually much larger. Read more

Published: 20th October, 2020

Updated: 8th October, 2021

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

Experienced a Hate Crime: What should I do?

Experienced a Hate Crime: What should I do?

If you’ve experienced a hate crime, then how you move forward is up to you. The answers won’t be the same for every person or every situation. Read more

Published: 20th October, 2020

Updated: 8th October, 2021

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

Why hate crime matters

Why hate crime matters

Read more

Published: 20th October, 2020

Updated: 8th July, 2021

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

Domestic abuse and the coronavirus lockdown

Domestic abuse and the coronavirus lockdown

Support services are still open Read more

Published: 4th April, 2020

Updated: 8th October, 2021

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

How to identify the signs of an abusive relationship

How to identify the signs of an abusive relationship

Abuse can take many forms. Whether it's emotional, physical, or financial, it's important to know the signs. Read more

Published: 6th February, 2020

Updated: 13th April, 2021

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

Domestic violence advice

Domestic violence advice

Domestic violence happens in same-sex relationships too. Just because it’s two men or two women doesn’t mean someone is allowed to hit you or emotionally abuse you. No-one, whether gay, lesbian, bi, trans or straight, should be in an abusive relationship. Read more

Published: 22nd December, 2018

Updated: 18th March, 2020

Author: Ian Howley

Conversion therapy: the facts

Conversion therapy: the facts

Being pushed into a "queer cure"? It's both damaging and unscientific. Read more

Published: 9th April, 2018

Updated: 9th April, 2022

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

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What is a hate crime?

What is a hate crime?

Should you report it? Who to call? Your questions answered by a genuine, bona fide police officer. Read more

Published: 28th March, 2018

Updated: 13th April, 2021

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

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