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 MoreNew LGBT Sector Women’s Network Blog
LGBT+ Sector Women’s Network: Showcasing our Sector’s Women CEO’s By Vicky Worthington, Consortium’s Membership and Engagement Manager This is the second blog in my LGBT+ sectors Women’s Network leadership series […]
Read MoreLGBT+ Sector Women’s Network Blog
LGBT+ Sector Women’s Network: Showcasing our Sector’s Women CEO’s By Vicky Worthington, Consortium’s Membership and Engagement Manager. As part of the new LGBT+ Sector Women’s Network, we want to make women […]
Read MoreWhy Partnerships Matter
Collaboration is one of Consortium’s core values. By working together, we can more effectively identify and address the needs of LGBT+ communities, learn from one another, improve our practices, and […]
Read MoreConsortium Brings London’s Trans Groups Together for Landmark Mapping Project
Consortium’s Trans Organisations Network (TON) member organisations & associates joined up last week for a strategic roundtable at the Bridge in Southwark, London. The event, which brought together a range […]
Read MoreGovernment Equalities Office LGBT Advisory Panel, By Paul Roberts Consortium CEO
Yesterday marked the inaugural meeting of the Government Equalities Office LGBT Advisory Panel! I am delighted to be representing Consortium, and hopefully therefore portraying some core views of our Members, […]
Read MoreConsortium Brings Trans Groups Together to Explore Fundraising
Over a dozen member organisations & associates joined last week’s pre-AGM fundraising support workshop in Islington, London. The event was organised by the Consortium’s Trans Organisation Network (TON) & London […]
Read MoreWhat’s In a Name
As many of you will have seen the team is refreshing the look and feel of Consortium at the end of January. We are all super excited to share this […]
Read MoreDiversifying Income – One Member’s Approach to Building a Sustainable Organisation
Diversifying income is a priority area for many of our Members right now. We’d noticed that MindOut – the national LGBTQ mental health service – has had success in raising […]
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2023 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 […]
Read Moreakt launch #WhyWeExist campaign
Over 24% of young people experiencing homelessness in the UK identify as LGBTQ+. Despite LGBTQ+ young people being disproportionately affected by homelessness, LGBTQ+ youth homelessness is still treated as a […]
Read MoreLGBT+ Safe Space launches for Eurovision
Pride House Liverpool, a community safe space featuring cafe, bar, exhibitions, and community stalls delivered by LCR Pride Foundation, has been officially opened by Martin Green, Managing Director of Eurovision, […]
Read MoreWhigfield to headline St George’s Hall for Eurovision Final Viewing Party
Charity launches competition to win final remaining tickets for sold out viewing party, where “Saturday Night” star will entertain guests Hundreds are expected to experience the Eurovision Song Contest at […]
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