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Trans people deserve to live free from discrimination, prejudice and inequality. Yet in the UK, their rights and protections remain under threat. From slow legal reforms to rising hate crimes, the trans community continues to face hostility. Stonewall believes that trans rights are human rights, and that fighting for trans

Stonewall is proud to have the support of Indie rock band EMF, whose values of inclusion, visibility and solidarity align with Stonewall’s mission to create safe, inclusive places where everyone can work, play and succeed throughout their lives.  

Music has always been a powerful way to bring communities together, and

We know that inclusive workplaces enable everyone to thrive. But when research shows us that 40% of LGBTQ+ people still hide who they are at work, we know there is a long way to go.  

LGBTQ+ History Month is a great time to take your next step as an ally. If

Background

Rising levels of hate crime is a serious issue for the LGBTQ+ community. The latest home office statistics, published annually, show that there were more than 18,000 hate crimes motivated by sexual orientation and over 3000 trans related hate crimes between March 2024 and March 2025.   

Although the data showed

What is RSHE?

RSHE stands for Relationships, Sex and Health Education. It is a statutory (legally enforced) part of the school curriculum in England and Wales.

In schools, RSHE helps young people learn about:

• Healthy relationships
• Physical and mental health
• Respect for differences, including gender and identity

The Department for Education (DfE) first published RSHE guidance

What is gender questioning? 

Gender questioning is when someone is unsure about their gender or feels that the gender they were assigned at birth doesn’t fully match who they are. It’s a personal and often evolving experience and can be fully recognised at any age. 

What is the legal context for children

We’re committed to shaping policies and legislation which improves the lives of LGBTQ+ people day in, day out.  

Over the past 35+ years, we have created a legislative and policy agenda that has helped to change the landscape for LGBTQ+ people in the UK. 

Thanks to our campaigning, we have helped to change

Hamish Powell: Artist, florist, poet

Flowers have always been a language for me, and pansies were the quiet friends cheering me on from mum's winter flower beds. To then grow up and be called a pansy out of spite, and not sweetness, was always a bit confusing to me. What joy

Background 

Conversion practices continue to cause untold suffering to LGBTQ+ people across the UK. For many years, Stonewall has been campaigning for a fully inclusive ban which will protect everyone from this harmful abuse. 

The Trevor Project (2024) found that nearly 1 in 6 LGBTQ+ young people in the UK reported being

Welcome to the Gay Hub

At Stonewall, we’re committed to elevating voices and experiences, exploring the challenges, triumphs and everyday lives of gay men in the UK and beyond.

Learn about gay lives and inclusion

In this hub you’ll find real stories and lived experiences, historical perspectives, research and practical guidance all designed