Consortium Welcomes New Chair of Trustees
Today Consortium welcomes a new Chair of Trustees, Yatin Mistry, as we always say farewell and a huge thank you to outgoing Chair Christopher French, who stands down after 3 […]
Read More£20,000 awarded through our LGBT+ Futures: Faith Fund
Consortium is delighted to have awarded £20,000 to LGBT+ organisations thanks to generous funding from a private donor. 20 LGBT+ organisations across the country received funding. Funds were awarded to […]
Read MoreStatement on the ruling in Mermaids v Charity Commission and LGB Alliance
Consortium are disappointed to learn that the appeal was dismissed on the grounds of legal standing. Although the judges were invited to indicate what their decision would have been on […]
Read More2023 Volunteer Awards: Highly Commended Nominations
Volunteers’ Week reminds us all to take the time to say thank you to the LGBTQIA+ volunteers who dedicate their time volunteering for the LGBTQIA+ sector. This is why we […]
Read MoreNew Funding Partnership for Trans Rights Makes First Award
New Funding Partnership for Trans Rights Makes First Award Consortium is delighted to have made a grant award of £10,000 to TransActual, a trans-led […]
Read More2023 LGBTQIA+ Volunteers’ Awards Winners
It’s Volunteers Week! Volunteering keeps our communities going, and is a week when we recognise and celebrate the contributions from LGBTQIA+ volunteers all over the UK! Volunteers’ Week reminds us […]
Read MoreILGA releases latest Rainbow Europe index, UK falls to 17th place
ILGA Europe have published their latest Rainbow Europe map and rankings, with the UK once again dropping in the ratings and now sitting at 17th place in the list of […]
Read MoreUN Independent Expert on protection against violence and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity releases statement following visit to UK
Despite a robust human rights protection framework and decades of progress in the #UnitedKingdom 🇬🇧, after my country visit I am concerned about the impact of current political & social […]
Read More*UPDATED* EHRC Statement & Member Responses
We were extremely disappointed to read the recent advice from the EHRC, which would seek to remove vital human rights protections from trans people. This advice does not change the […]
Read MoreInterim Evaluation of the LGBT+ Futures: Equity Fund
We are really pleased to be publishing the Interim Evaluation into the LGBT+ Futures: Equity Fund, which is funded by The National Lottery Community Fund, thanks to National Lottery players. […]
Read MoreBlack History Month 2021
A Warm Welcome to Black History Month at Consortium Racial Justice Engagement Officer, Camillea (they/them) is continuously inspired by work which serves a strong community purpose. They have a passion for uplifting […]
Read MoreHappy International Non-Binary People’s Day 2021!
Consortium are proud to celebrate and support non-binary communities today and every day #InternationalNonBinaryDay #NonbinaryAwarenessWeek #NonBinaryDay #NonBinary This is a message to all our non-binary members from our Racial Justice […]
Read MoreShaan, Consortium’s Trans Organisations Network Officer reports back from June 2021 Pride Month events
Of course, due to Covid restrictions, Pride events are still happening largely online and Marches have been cancelled or postponed again this year. Still, thankfully, last month there were a […]
Read MoreNew Year Blog from our Chair
It may well be that you are glad to see the back of 2020 in the hope of a more settled, secure and satisfying 2021. And you would of course […]
Read MoreOur Equity and Inclusion work
An update from our Chief Executive, Paul Roberts… Consortium continues to support our membership and the wider LGBT+ sector as it works towards more equitable provision for all LGBT+ people […]
Read MoreGetting to know our Acting Chair, Carina
One of the joys of being part of the Consortium family is seeing the impact we have across the sector. Whether that be from Consortium’s grant-giving work, or its support […]
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Consortium’s response to Government’s announcement on GRA reform
After months of delay the Government has announced details of minimal administrative changes to improve the process for legal gender recognition of trans people in England and Wales. Less costly […]
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Tapping into Peer Power at Trans Organisations Network Conference
Last Saturday, Consortium’s Trans Organisations Network (TON) member organisations came together for a Learning Day in London. The Conference, which brought together 30 representatives from across the UK, was designed […]
Read MoreTrans Groups Scope Opportunities at London Round Table
Consortium’s Trans Organisations Network (TON) member organisations & associates joined up last week for a second strategic roundtable at the Bridge in Southwark, London. The event, which brought together a […]
Read MorePutting the T first at Trans Pride in Brighton
Shaan Knan, Consortium’s trans-specific worker, reports back from Trans Pride Brighton Spending a sunny day at the 7th Trans Pride in Brighton last Saturday was an absolute joy. It […]
Read MoreOpening Doors London Emergency Appeal
At Opening Doors, we are dedicated to enriching the lives of LGBTQ+ individuals aged 50 and above. Membership of Opening Doors is not just free; it’s an open invitation to […]
Read MoreLGBTI organisations welcome Scottish Government plans to improve the lives of non-binary people
Seven national LGBTI (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex) organisations in Scotland welcome the publication of the Scottish Government’s Non-Binary Equality Action Plan. Scottish Trans, Equality Network, LGBT Youth Scotland, […]
Read MoreGoodbye Twitter, hello TikTok
As of today (Thursday 5th October 2023), Mermaids have taken the decision to stop engaging with their X (formerly Twitter) account. Read their full statement below. At Mermaids, we are […]
Read More2023 Winner Positive Role Model Award: LGBT and Certificate of Achievement for Open House
Oasis Open House received a Certificate of Achievement from the National Diversity Awards, whilst Oasis Open House founder, Dave Moreton, was announced the Winner of the National Diversity Positive Role […]
Read MoreSouth Yorkshire Police Chief Constable Apologises to LGBTQ+ communities
“I am deeply sorry” Apology issued today to SAYiT from Chief Constable Lauren Poultney. South Yorkshire Police have today become the third police force, following the London Metropolitan Police and […]
Read MoreCall-out for Participants in Research Project
Content warning: mentions of sexual violence and how it impacts Black men. Are you a Black man who experienced sexual violence? Your voice matters and we want to hear your […]
Read MoreShout it Loud – Liverpool is a city full of Pride!
LCR Pride Foundation’s Annual theme “Shout It Loud” will see a city centre take over during its flagship event, Pride In Liverpool on 29 July. For the first time, Pride […]
Read MorePride Month Cabaret
The recording of an online Pride Month Cabaret is now available to watch on YouTube, featuring poetry, music and drama from DL Williams, Vron McIntyre, Clare Summerskill, Jamie Hale, Vince […]
Read MoreLiverpool City Region to Host KyivPride March on behalf of Ukraine
LCR Pride Foundation’s annual March with Pride will be held jointly with KyivPride, continuing the legacy of Eurovision support, and standing in solidarity with the LGBT+ community in Ukraine. Liverpool […]
Read Moreelop is now recruiting for their next Foundation Certificate in LGBT+ Affirmative Therapy
This training offers CPD that benefits a wide range of service commissioners and providers. “It’s been fantastic and I’ve enjoyed learning about the community. I want to have a deep […]
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