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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…

The roll back of LGBTQ+ rights means Pride is more important than ever

Pride is a time for us to celebrate and to remind ourselves of the courage, hope and unity that has got us here today. Although times have always been turbulent for the LGBTQ+ community, this year definitely feels different to recent years. We enter Pride season facing a roll back of LGBTQ+ rights across the world. Our hard-won rights feel more fragile. Few people would have expected the new US administration to act so quickly once in power and release a series of Executive Orders. Then…

How to respond effectively to the Equality and Human Rights Commission’s public consultation

The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is consulting on a new Code of Practice for Services, Public Functions and Associations. The new code will have a direct impact on LGBTQ+ people, as well as organisations and service providers.The information below is designed to help individuals and organisations submit a consultation response. You have until 11.59pm on 30 June 2025 to submit one.You can make your response as long or as short as you like, and you do not have to answer every…

Government commitment is one step closer to giving LGBTQ+ people equal protections they deserve

After years of campaigning by Stonewall and other LGBTQ+ organisations, the government have today committed in Parliament to bring penalties for anti-LGBTQ+ and disability hate crime in line with sentencing for attacks on religious and racial minorities.Stonewall worked with Rachel Taylor MP, Labour for North Warwickshire and Bedworth, to introduce the amendment - New Clause 122 to the Crime and Policing Bill. Supported by MPs from across Labour, Lib Dems and the Green Party, this important…