Your rights

Which countries criminalise homosexuality?

If you’re lesbian or gay and travelling abroad, it’s sensible to check the laws governing sex and sexuality in whichever country you’re visiting. Dozens of countries still imprison LGBTQ+ people, and nine still threaten the death penalty. Read more

Gay and travelling: where aren't we welcome?

If you’re gay and travelling abroad, it’s sensible to check the laws governing sex and sexuality in whichever country you’re visiting. Read more

Which countries criminalise the gender identity and expression of trans people?

Before you travel, it's best to know. Read more

Which countries have equal marriage?

A growing number of countries have embraced same-sex unions. Read more

How does adoption work when you're LGBT+?

How becoming an adoptive parent works when you're lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender. Read more

Freezing eggs - what's available for LBT+ people?

Can lesbian and bisexual woman, as well as transgender men, receive egg freezing on the NHS? How does it work? Read more

Latest

What makes you feel seen?| Thur 2nd July, 2026 | 11am

Sometimes, we are not fully seen. Bring along a favourite song, film clip, character, poem, quote, or story that resonates with you.
Finding belonging with faith, culture and queerness | Tue 7th July, 2026 | 6pm

As part of South Asian History Month's theme of Unity and Diversity, join us for a conversation about the ways faith, culture, and queerness shape our lives.
My LGBTQ+ Wandsworth Meet-up Pride Celebration

Celebrate Pride with My LGBTQ+ Wandsworth at Battersea Library on 23rd of June.
PRIZE DRAW: Win four tickets for As One In The Park Festival

Celebrate Pride month with LGBT HERO and enter for your chance to win four tickets for the As One In The Park Festival on the 18th July 2026 at London’s Walpole Park.

Being non-binary

What does it mean to be non-binary?
HIV Advice for Gay Men: Prevention, Testing, and Living with HIV

Get comprehensive HIV advice for gay men. Learn about prevention, testing, treatment options, and find support. Stay informed and take control of your health
Mpox (monkeypox) and what you need to know

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

The question is: are we really that shocked to learn that Britain’s gay scene is so racist?
Safe Sex and STIs - a guide for lesbians

Think lesbians aren't at risk of STIs? Think again.
How risky is having sex without condoms?

Most gay and bisexual men who have HIV caught it from having penetrative sex without a condom.
What are romantic orientations?

Our crash course on romantic orientations.
What is Asexuality?

Understanding asexuality and dispelling the myths and misconceptions about it.
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.