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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. LGBTQ+ people can face additional challenges on their journey to parenthood, from navigating complex legal processes to dealing with discrimination or unexpected medical issues. This guide seeks to provide much needed support and guidance for people who…
Lesbian Visibility Week: A celebration of strength and solidarity
Catherine Dixon, Stonewall Chair 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. This week is a celebration of our collective strength and provides us with the opportunity to amplify the voices of those who often go unheard. In light of the recent Supreme Court ruling, it is more crucial than ever for me to stand in unwavering solidarity with LBTQ+ women and…
Following the Supreme Court ruling we must remember compassion and humanity
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. We should remember that at the heart of this judgment are, practically speaking, roughly 8000 individuals with a Gender Recognition Certificate (GRC). There are tens of thousands more who do not. Trans people are our families,…
Supreme Court ruling – it’s time for clarity and meaningful consultation
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 (EHRC)’s interim update published on Friday 25 April. This situation is not helpful. It may embolden some people to overstate the implications, make hasty decisions and at worst, it could put…
Stonewall responds to the decision of some sporting bodies to ban trans women from women’s sport
Responding to the decision of various sporting bodies to ban trans women from women’s sport, a Stonewall spokesperson said: "The recent decisions of sporting bodies to ban trans women from women’s sport has 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 as several of them have been long term and vocal supporters of our Rainbow Laces…
Stonewall responds to the UK dropping six places in this year's ILGA rankings
The ILGA-Europe Rainbow Map ranks the legal and policy landscape for LGBTQ+ people across Europe. The latest rankings reveal the UK has dropped to an all-time low position of 22 out of 49.Responding to this news, a Stonewall spokesperson said: "These rankings should be a wake-up call for the British government. Dropping six places on the Rainbow Map during a global rollback of LGBTQ+ rights undermines our position on the global stage. No country can afford to be on autopilot during…
Six lessons in LGBTQ+ inclusion from our Workplace Conference
At our recent Workplace Conference, we heard from an inspiring group of people about the importance of LGBTQ+ inclusion in the workplace. While the focus of our conference was LGBTQ+ inclusion, time and again we were reminded that being deliberate about inclusion in the workplace means people can thrive - while also impacting the bottom line. Here are six important messages I took away from the day: Inclusion really matters for business performance, as well as individual…
Dunni Alao (she/her)HR Leader, Civil ServiceI work as a UK civil servant in Human Resources and it is this area of expertise that I hope to bring to the Board. I believe that people are the most valuable part of any organisation and I am very much looking forward to working with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure that Stonewall has the right support in place and prioritises the needs of its workforce.Working on the Olympics while at the Department for Transport…
Catherine (Cat) (she/her) is the Director General of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, a global membership organisation and professional body for dispute and conflict resolvers. In 2020 Cat set the world record for circumnavigation of the world on a tandem. Prior to setting her world record, Cat spent time in Chief Executive Officer roles at the Law Society of England and Wales, a Higher and Further Education College and at NHS Resolution. Cat has also held Senior Executive Director and…
Gbolahan Faleye (he/him) Fundraising Director I am a proud fundraiser, business development and stakeholder engagement expert and in my career, have been fortunate to raise money for various good causes. This currently includes enabling countries and their governments to work more effectively through advice and policy solutions. Against the backdrop of the Covid-19 pandemic, I helped stand up programmes to support African governments and multi-lateral agencies in their fight against the virus…