LGBT HERO wants to explore all aspects of LGBTQ+ life. We know life can be tough but before we try and tackle some of the health and social inequalities LGBTQ+ people face we must understand what challenges we are up against. In this section you will find a mixture of LGBTQ news from LGBT HERO and the community and in-depth features exploring issues such as mental health, sexuality, sex and relationships. If you think there's an issue LGBT HERO should explore email us on [email protected] and tell us what you think.
A message from LGBT HERO's Chief Executive, Ian Howley | On World Suicide Prevention Day we remember those from the LGBTQ+ community we have lost. Read more
LGBT HERO is developing a new project exploring the connection between your sexual health, mental health and general wellbeing... and we need you Read more
Our July 2021 meeting was about how we cope with hard times. We talked about lots of different things and although it was sometimes tough hearing about the hardships people have faced, it was also uplifting to hear about how people got through these tough times. Read more
Forget the Olympics, RVT sports day is back! Raising vital funds for LGBT HERO on bank holiday Monday, 30 August 2021. Read more
Worrying amounts of LGBTQ+ people have reported feeling suicidal or have attempted suicide during the past twelve months. Read more
New LGBT HERO survey of 2273 LGBTQ+ people finds alarming number have felt suicidal or have attempted suicide over the past twelve months. Read more
We want to reintroduce you to LGBT HERO – the national health and wellbeing charity for LGBTQ+ people. Fighting for a happier, healthier community. Read more
Be part of LGBT HERO's latest project Read more
A tonne of virtual events to keep your spirits up while staying at home. Read more
The key work of queer people during lockdown. Read more
We break down the results from the LGBTQ+ Lockdown Survey Read more
Young LGBTQ+ people are in crisis and need our help. Read more
We surveyed over 2300 people to find out exactly how the coronavirus lockdown is affecting the LGBTQ+ community. Lockdown has touched every aspect of our lives, but has particularly impacted the vulnerable. This is why we asked queer people about everything from health to housing. Read more
We want to know about your physical, emotional, and mental health. Read more
We all have a part to play in supporting our community Read more
How to ensure a healthy mind during social distancing Read more
Lesbian, bisexual and trans women experience massive health inequalities. It's time for change. Read more
Whether you want to cut down, or go completely sober this Xmas, our resident expert Scott has some advice for you. Read more
If you've experienced mental illness and are a smoker / former smoker, we want to hear from you. Read more
In our new campaign, we want to address the issues head-on, and need the voices of real survivors to make the video as authentic, and impactful as possible. Read more
The CEO of LGBT HERO on his experience with suicide, and why the charity's mission is so vital. Read more
“LGBTQ+ people are being left out of the conversation... It’s time for action on suicide in the LGBTQ+ community” Read more
Things you can do to keep yourself safe and mentally healthy. Read more
It's isn't a merry Christmas for everyone. Our advice for getting through the holidays. Read more
The question is: are we really that shocked to learn that Britain’s gay scene is so racist? Read more
Sometimes we in our little gay bubble forget that not all gay men come out. In our coming out survey, about 10% of those who responded told us they were not ‘out’. Read more
One of the greatest challenges that gay men face can be summed up in two little words: coming out. Read more
“How do I come out?” It’s a question that I’ve been asked before and, interestingly, I always seem to start talking about TV storylines. Read more
People come out at all ages and in different ways. Read more
In our recent survey we found that 24% of gay men had tried to kill themselves while 56% said they thought about it. Read more
BREAKING NEWS: Super gonorrhoea is on the loose. Run for your lives. Read more
Conservative religious groups are the powering force behind these discriminatory bills and at the forefront of arguments condemning LGBT inclusive SRE. Read more
One Oscar winner seems to have attracted the attention of many people for his winning speech. Read more
56% of men in open relationships are worried about becoming HIV-positive Read more
In an ideal world, this is what would happen: you swipe right, they swipe right, conversation sparks, you meet, instant connection and scandalous flirtation ensue, moonlight dinner dates and long, lustful stares fill your evenings... Read more
Be careful not to tell someone too much about yourself (where you live, work, go to uni, your last name). We live in a digital age where you can be easily found. Read more
Over 850 Black, white, Asian, South Asian, Arab and mixed race gay men shared their thoughts on race and racism with FS. Read more
In 2015, FS magazine asked gay and bisexual men to fill in a short survey about racism. Over 400 white gay men responded. We asked for their honest thoughts on racism on the gay scene – whether they discriminate against other races, whether they have ever experienced racism themselves, and their general thoughts about preference vs. racism. Read more
Stating “No Asians” on a dating app in her mind, is no different from saying “No blondes” or if her heterosexual husband said “No men” Read more
Most guys I know don’t hesitate to take intimate photos or videos of themselves – either solo or with someone else. Read more
71% of those surveyed admitted they’re not happy with their body shape. Read more
AND OUR SURVEY SAYS... We talk to the leading LGBTQ magazine editors about body image and the gay media. Read more
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Can sending naked selfies be a problem for gay men? Read more
What if you could write a letter to your younger self? What advice would you give him? Read more
When it comes to sex and relationships there is no such thing as a stupid question. Here are our answers to some of the things you asked us via the GMFA website. Read more
Every generation has a different set of criteria for what it means to be a gay icon but the common denominator seems to be an ability to overcome adversity. Read more