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  • Trans Day of Visibility 2023: Your Art

    Trans Day of Visibility 2023: Your Art

    Take a look through our gallery of trans joy on Trans Day of Visibility 2023. Read more

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Gender identity

Trans Day of Visibility 2023: Your Art

Trans Day of Visibility 2023: Your Art

Take a look through our gallery of trans joy on Trans Day of Visibility 2023. Read more

Published: 31st March, 2023

Updated: 12th July, 2023

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

12 ways you can be a better trans ally

12 ways you can be a better trans ally

Being a supportive and understanding ally to transgender people is crucial in promoting inclusivity and acceptance. Read more

Published: 31st August, 2022

Updated: 30th November, 2023

Author: Liam Murphy

Gender Inclusive Language

Gender Inclusive Language

Ever thought about how gendered language can affect the people around you? Be an ally to gender-diverse folks and brush up on some gender-inclusive alternatives! Read more

Published: 28th March, 2022

Updated: 25th May, 2022

Author: River Solace

A Guide to Trans Healthcare

A Guide to Trans Healthcare

Struggling to navigate healthcare as a Trans person in the UK? Here is a comprehensive guide for you! Read more

Published: 28th March, 2022

Updated: 7th October, 2022

Author: River Solace

Transgender: Back to Basics

Transgender: Back to Basics

Let's get back to basics. Want to know the difference between gender identity and gender expression? Get confused between sex and gender? This page is for you! Read more

Published: 15th March, 2022

Updated: 30th November, 2023

Author: River Solace

Dating as a trans or non-binary person

Dating as a trans or non-binary person

How to keep yourself safe and have a good time Read more

Published: 5th February, 2020

Updated: 30th November, 2023

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

What is Intersex?

What is Intersex?

The most important need-to-knows about what it means to be intersex. Read more

Published: 4th February, 2020

Updated: 3rd March, 2021

Author: Justin Mahboubian-Jones

Being non-binary

Being non-binary

What does it mean to be non-binary? Read more

Published: 24th January, 2020

Updated: 1st August, 2023

Author: Kate Rende

Being transgender

Being transgender

What does the term transgender actually mean? Read more

Published: 3rd October, 2016

Updated: 3rd March, 2021

Author: Ian Howley

Comments: 4

Guide to gender identities

Guide to gender identities

A crash course on gender identity. Read more

Published: 3rd October, 2016

Updated: 30th November, 2023

Author: Ian Howley

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    LGBTQ+ HangOuts 16/12/2023 - Winter Self Care

    LGBTQ+ HangOuts is a Zoom social and support group for LGBTQ+ people to come together and connect with one another in a safe and friendly non-judgmental environment. (1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month - 11 - 12.30pm)

  • World AIDS Day 2023 Fundraiser

    World AIDS Day 2023 Fundraiser

    LGBT HERO is about making connections, whether that's with peers, the community or connecting you to services and support that you want or need. This year we are looking to the future and honouring our past with the legacy of the groundbreaking campaigning of GMFA - Gay Men Fighting AIDS.

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    LGBT HERO launches online shop commemorating GMFA legacy to preserve and promote the fight against HIV and AIDS

    The new online shop offers a range of exclusive merchandise featuring vintage GMFA campaigns, allowing supporters to own a piece of HIV history. From stylish t-shirts and cozy hoodies to vibrant mugs, the items showcase the impactful visuals and messages that have defined GMFA's decades-long commitment to sexual health and HIV awareness.

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