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May
01
2025

Stonewall responds to the decision of some sporting bodies to ban trans women from women’s sport
The recent decisions of sporting bodies to ban trans women from women’s sport have been made too soon, before the implications of the Supreme Court’s ruling has been worked through by lawyers and politicians or before statutory guidance has been issued. It is incredibly disappointing, especially as ...
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May
01
2025

Supreme Court ruling – it’s time for clarity and meaningful consultation
By Simon Blake OBE
The Supreme Court has handed down its judgement, stating it provides clarity. But while that may be the intention, we know from public and private conversations there remains widespread confusion and different interpretations, especially in the light of the Equalities and Human Rights Commission (EH...
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Apr
24
2025

Following the Supreme Court ruling we must remember compassion and humanity
By Simon Blake OBE
Last week’s Supreme Court ruling has reverberated across the world. Over the Easter weekend, there has been both jubilation and protest. As the dissection of the ruling begins, it feels like some have forgotten the importance of compassion and humanity....
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Apr
23
2025

Lesbian Visibility Week: A celebration of strength and solidarity
By Catherine Dixon
Lesbian Visibility Week holds immense significance for me; it serves as a vital reminder of the power of sisterhood and the unique experiences of LBTQ+ women worldwide....
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Apr
23
2025

Stonewall and ISS launch new LGBTQ+ Family Formation Guide
Today we launch our brand-new LGBTQ+ Family Formation Guide, produced in Partnership with ISS. The guide is designed to support LGBTQ+ people to navigate the many paths to parenthood, a journey where they often face unique hurdles....
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Apr
16
2025

Stonewall responds to today’s Supreme Court ruling
Responding to today’s Supreme Court ruling, Stonewall CEO, Simon Blake OBE said: “Stonewall shares the deep concern at the widespread implications for today’s ruling from the Supreme Court. It will be incredibly worrying for the trans community and all of us who support them. “...
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Apr
10
2025

Ban Conversion Practices: Syd’s story
For five years, Syd endured conversion practices, made to undergo exorcisms and told she needed to be "cured" just for being herself....
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Mar
28
2025

New survey findings reveal alarming scale of conversion practices in Great Britain
A new survey commissioned by Stonewall has highlighted the widespread use of conversion practices; interventions that aim to change, cure, or suppress an individual's sexual orientation or gender identity, across Great Britain....
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Feb
26
2025

Stonewall responds to the Prime Minister's announcement on international aid cuts
In these turbulent times, it is deeply concerning that the UK Government has chosen to cut its aid budget....
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Feb
11
2025

Stonewall, County FA’s, and FvH come together to tackle homophobia in football
Last night, we teamed up with the Amateur FA, London FA, London Assembly, and Football v Homophobia to host an event at City Hall for Football v Homophobia Month of Action....
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