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LGBT HERO Queer History walk - 11/05/2024

Join us on the 11th of May for the Queer History Walk as we explore the vast and complex history of LGBTQ+ life in London
Film Discussion: Swan Song - Tue 28th May (7 - 8.30pm)

50+ HangOuts is a friendly and welcoming, twice monthly online social and support group for older LGBTQ+ people. We meet on Zoom, the 2nd and last Tuesday of the month, 7pm - 8.30pm.
Let's discuss 'Growing Old (dis)Gracefully' - Tue 14th May (7 - 8.30pm)

50+ HangOuts is a friendly and welcoming, twice monthly online social and support group for older LGBTQ+ people. We meet on Zoom, the 2nd and last Tuesday of the month, 7pm - 8.30pm.
Film Discussion: Beautiful Thing - Sat 18th May (11am - 12.30pm)

LGBTQ+ HangOuts is a friendly and welcoming, twice monthly online social and support group for LGBTQ+ people. We meet on Zoom, the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month, 11am - 12.30pm.

Voter ID | What's changing?

From Voter ID to the rights of EU Londoners; the Elections Act (2022) explained.
What photo ID can I use to vote?

Not all photo ID is approved for voting. Check yours against this list.
Get free photo ID – Voter Authority Certificate

A new form of photo ID made specifically for elections.
Voter ID | Applying for photo Voter ID

Every form of election-approved photo ID. Cost, requirements, waiting time - all the info you need.
Advice for trans people | voter ID

Do gender markers on photo ID matter? For what reasons can you be refused a ballot?
Advice for young LGBTQ+ people | voter ID

Some forms of photo ID owned by young LGBTQ+ people aren't approved for voting. Find out more.
Your rights | voter ID

Headed to a polling station? You should know about your right to privacy and how you can try again if denied a ballot.
FAQs

When is the next election? What about postal voting?
Register to vote

It only takes a few minutes.
Training and support | Voter ID

Does your organisation work with LGBTQ+ people? This free training is for you!

Being non-binary

What does it mean to be non-binary?
HIV advice for gay men

We've all heard the myths! If you're gay men you're bound to become HIV-positive. Right? Wrong!
Mpox (monkeypox) and what you need to know

What is mpox (monkeypox)? What are the symptoms? Can I get the vaccine? Your questions answered.
"The Gay Community is Racist"

The question is: are we really that shocked to learn that Britain’s gay scene is so racist?
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!
How risky is having sex without condoms?

Most gay and bisexual men who have HIV caught it from having penetrative sex without a condom.
Safe Sex and STIs - a guide for lesbians

Think lesbians aren't at risk of STIs? Think again.
What is asexuality?

Understanding asexuality and dispelling the myths and misconceptions about it.
What are romantic orientations?

Our crash course on romantic orientations.
A modern guy's guide to cruising

Perhaps surprisingly, the proud tradition of cruising is still going strong. Wherever you are in the UK, you’re not going to be too far from a spot where you’ll easily find other men who want to hook up with men. There are plenty of apps and websites dedicated to helping you out if you want to have sex in a public place.