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The LGBTQ+ Journalism Network is a first-of-its-kind network and community for LGBTQ+ journalists in the UK πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ https://lgbtqjournalismnetwork.co.uk

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A hand holding a trans flag in front of a background in the trans colours, and stickers reading 'Take our survey' and 'Responses from all genders welcome'. Headline reads: How has the Supreme Court’s gender ruling affected you one year on?

A hand holding a trans flag in front of a background in the trans colours, and stickers reading 'Take our survey' and 'Responses from all genders welcome'. Headline reads: How has the Supreme Court’s gender ruling affected you one year on?

PinkNews launches survey on impacts of the Supreme Court’s gender ruling, one year on ➑️ https://bit.ly/4u4cf0E

02.03.2026 11:20 πŸ‘ 14 πŸ” 11 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 2
Graphic with the QueerAF logo and text outlining pledges to expose the anti-trans media machine, uncover trans+ healthcare inequality, and deliver news of queer wins and joy. Screenshots of QueerAF investigations and reporting appear alongside the text, ending with the call to action β€œHelp us fight back.”

Graphic with the QueerAF logo and text outlining pledges to expose the anti-trans media machine, uncover trans+ healthcare inequality, and deliver news of queer wins and joy. Screenshots of QueerAF investigations and reporting appear alongside the text, ending with the call to action β€œHelp us fight back.”

Censorship of queer lives is rising - from algorithms burying our stories to AI-driven misinformation.

That’s why we’re crowdfunding to protect access to journalism that fights back.

But we can’t do this alone. Support us πŸ‘‡
www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/queeraf202...

05.02.2026 10:30 πŸ‘ 313 πŸ” 139 πŸ’¬ 43 πŸ“Œ 14
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Home | Trans News Network Trans News Network (TNN) is a worker-run nonprofit LGBTQ+ independent newsroom publishing articles that impact trans communities.

Welcome, new followers! We are a worker-run trans news org dedicated to journalism that is in-depth, hard-hitting and unrepentantly radical. We are supported entirely by reader subscriptions and donations. No ads, no corporate backers and definitely no billionaires.

Want to know more? Read on:

05.02.2026 17:46 πŸ‘ 66 πŸ” 22 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Trans+ History Week releases new annualΒ workbook This new toolkit tells stories from the UK, US, Uganda andΒ Japan

Trans+ History Week releases new annual workbook 🌈

27.01.2026 15:07 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The ultimate toolkit to shut down lies about Trans+ people Free resource with lessons and ideas for how you can make our history better known to drown out pernicious lies

Drown out the lies with stories of Trans+ History πŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ

Simply learning that Trans+ people have always been here shuts down the pernicious lie that we're a "trend", "modern fashion", or "social contagion".

Lead with stories and truth. Get your free toolkit now πŸ§΅πŸ‘‡
www.wearequeeraf.com/dotheworkbook/

27.01.2026 16:54 πŸ‘ 51 πŸ” 32 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 2
Bold text on a yellow background sharing that Galop is here for you if you need us.

Bold text on a yellow background sharing that Galop is here for you if you need us.

Many of the LGBT+ people we work with experience feelings of guilt or self-blame, but it's important to remember that it's never your fault if you've experienced abuse or violence.

Whether it happened recently or a long time ago, we're here.

πŸ“ž 0800 999 5428
πŸ“§ help@galop.org.uk
πŸ’» galop.org.uk

26.01.2026 10:15 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
InterMediaUK Annul Survey 2025 - Have Your Say! - an image of InterMediaUK folks marching with a banner at Pride in London

InterMediaUK Annul Survey 2025 - Have Your Say! - an image of InterMediaUK folks marching with a banner at Pride in London

πŸŽ„ Happy holidays! Over the festive period, take a couple of minutes to fill in the InterMedia UK annual survey, and share with #LGBTQ friends and colleagues in UK media.

πŸ‘‰ forms.gle/jHD3T21czhyi...

It's your chance to have your say about the industry, and our community's place within it πŸ™πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ

23.12.2025 11:52 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
Image shows a hand with a heart in it. Text reads: If you're struggling, seek support. 

Mindline Trans 0300 330 5468 (Fridays 8pm-midnight) 
TRUK Listens 0800 009 6640 (8am-midnight daily) http://truklistens.org 
Switchboard 0800 0119 100 (10am-10pm daily) http://switchboard.lgbt 
Samaritans 116123 (24hrs daily)

Image shows a hand with a heart in it. Text reads: If you're struggling, seek support. Mindline Trans 0300 330 5468 (Fridays 8pm-midnight) TRUK Listens 0800 009 6640 (8am-midnight daily) http://truklistens.org Switchboard 0800 0119 100 (10am-10pm daily) http://switchboard.lgbt Samaritans 116123 (24hrs daily)

This time of year can be difficult. If you're struggling, seek support.

Mindline Trans 0300 330 5468 (Fridays 8pm-midnight)
TRUK Listens 0800 009 6640 (8am-midnight daily) truklistens.org
Switchboard 0800 0119 100 (10am-10pm daily) switchboard.lgbt
Samaritans 116123 (24hrs daily)

23.12.2025 12:01 πŸ‘ 46 πŸ” 39 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
A promotional graphic for a Workbook Launch Event set against a light purple background with a collage aesthetic. The top left contains a white paper scrap with the text "Workbook Launch Event," noting the location is in the City of London & Online on Monday, Jan 26 at 17:30 GMT | 12:30 EST. In the center is a dark purple book titled "TRANS+ HISTORY WEEK 04-10 MAY 2026". Large, bold text on the left reads, "JOIN US FOR THE HISTORY LESSON YOU NEVER HAD.". The collage includes small, taped-on photos of historical illustrations and Miss Major. The bottom right indicates the event is with QueerAF and powered by Diva Charitable Trust.

A promotional graphic for a Workbook Launch Event set against a light purple background with a collage aesthetic. The top left contains a white paper scrap with the text "Workbook Launch Event," noting the location is in the City of London & Online on Monday, Jan 26 at 17:30 GMT | 12:30 EST. In the center is a dark purple book titled "TRANS+ HISTORY WEEK 04-10 MAY 2026". Large, bold text on the left reads, "JOIN US FOR THE HISTORY LESSON YOU NEVER HAD.". The collage includes small, taped-on photos of historical illustrations and Miss Major. The bottom right indicates the event is with QueerAF and powered by Diva Charitable Trust.

A promotional graphic featuring a dark purple book in the center titled "TRANS+ HISTORY WEEK 04-10 MAY 2026". The background is light purple, with two photos taped at the top: one shows three people in colorful suits, and the other shows a historical stained-glass window. Below the book, large purple text on a white textured background states, "We will help you get ready to celebrate Trans+ History Week with a new set of global history lessons for you to share.". Smaller text at the bottom directs users to a link in the Trans+ History Week & QueerAF bios.

A promotional graphic featuring a dark purple book in the center titled "TRANS+ HISTORY WEEK 04-10 MAY 2026". The background is light purple, with two photos taped at the top: one shows three people in colorful suits, and the other shows a historical stained-glass window. Below the book, large purple text on a white textured background states, "We will help you get ready to celebrate Trans+ History Week with a new set of global history lessons for you to share.". Smaller text at the bottom directs users to a link in the Trans+ History Week & QueerAF bios.

πŸ“£ Join us for the Trans+ History Week 2026: Workbook Launch with QueerAF @wearequeeraf.com and powered by DIVA Charitable Trust @divamag.bsky.social

πŸ—“οΈMon 26 Jan
πŸ“City of London in-person & Online
17.30 GMT London
12.30 EST New York

πŸ‘‰ Secure your spot. RSVP www.outsavvy.com/event/32286/...

22.12.2025 18:11 πŸ‘ 16 πŸ” 11 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 2
Text says: Support the fight for trans rights. Donate today. tinyurl.com/DonateTransActual. Illustration of a person with a plait in their hair holding up a sign with a heart in the colours of the trans flag.

Text says: Support the fight for trans rights. Donate today. tinyurl.com/DonateTransActual. Illustration of a person with a plait in their hair holding up a sign with a heart in the colours of the trans flag.

We're working for a world where our organisation doesn't need to exist, but for now we're very much needed. You can join our group of monthly donors, set up a fundraiser (such as bake sale or sponsored run), or make a one off donation at: tinyurl.com/DonateTransA...

#Trans #TransFundraiser

30.11.2025 14:01 πŸ‘ 15 πŸ” 8 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
Brightly coloured and textured background with crumpled plastics and paper. Pinks and blues with a pink triangle and a blue spray paint effect giving the image energy.

Atop all of this is β€œsave the dates” scribble underlined and β€œTrans+ History Week 04-10 May 2026”

Handwritten beneath on a ripped bit of paper is β€œour history, our power”

And at the bottom it reads β€œa QueerAF launchpad project”

Brightly coloured and textured background with crumpled plastics and paper. Pinks and blues with a pink triangle and a blue spray paint effect giving the image energy. Atop all of this is β€œsave the dates” scribble underlined and β€œTrans+ History Week 04-10 May 2026” Handwritten beneath on a ripped bit of paper is β€œour history, our power” And at the bottom it reads β€œa QueerAF launchpad project”

πŸ—“οΈ Mark your calendars for Trans+ History Week 2026

04–10 May

Get the history lesson you never had, find our what’s in store, early-bird ticket alerts and a history article every day of Trans+ History Week with @wearequeeraf.com

Sign up www.wearequeeraf.com/transhistory...

27.11.2025 19:12 πŸ‘ 68 πŸ” 34 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 7

Deadline coming up soon! Get your pitches in πŸ‘‡

29.11.2025 13:38 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Today (20 November) marks Trans Day of Remembrance, a moment for us all to pause, reflect and grieve for those we have lost to transphobia πŸ•―οΈ

But, it is also a call for action, a rallying cry for justice and liberation in the face of anti-trans hate, misinformation and violence βœŠπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ

20.11.2025 12:17 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Graphic on light grey and pastel purple background featuring six Trans+ creatives. Text that reads: Trans+ History Week 04-10 May 2026. Paid opportunities for Trans+ Creatives.

Graphic on light grey and pastel purple background featuring six Trans+ creatives. Text that reads: Trans+ History Week 04-10 May 2026. Paid opportunities for Trans+ Creatives.

πŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ We’re back with paid opportunities for Trans+ creatives!

Writer? Illustrator? Audio producer? This is for you.

With @transhistoryweek.com we’re investing in 20 Trans+ creatives to make content for Trans+ History Week 2026.

Deadline 2nd Dec 2025, 11:59PM GMT πŸ—“οΈ
🧡 Details πŸ‘‡

11.11.2025 14:46 πŸ‘ 502 πŸ” 529 πŸ’¬ 6 πŸ“Œ 26

Our open commissioning scheme is back!

Please share this around and pass this to friends and colleagues and share in your closed networks.

Reaching the right people can be very challenging for a nonprofit so we need you to do the advertising for us.

Thank you!

11.11.2025 19:20 πŸ‘ 24 πŸ” 30 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
Text reads: Could you work for TransActual? We're looking for a Policy Officer to join our team. Apply by 5th September 2025, 5pm.More info: transactual.org.uk/jobs

Image is a person with short brown hair and a beard working on a laptop, with a pink and blue background.

Text reads: Could you work for TransActual? We're looking for a Policy Officer to join our team. Apply by 5th September 2025, 5pm.More info: transactual.org.uk/jobs Image is a person with short brown hair and a beard working on a laptop, with a pink and blue background.

We're recruiting a Policy Officer to join our team. You’ll be working alongside our Policy Lead, Director of Policy and Director for Healthcare to advocate for trans people’s needs in a range of policy areas.

For more info go to transactual.org.uk/jobs

#hiring #vacancy #LookingForWork #Queerjobs

13.08.2025 13:04 πŸ‘ 13 πŸ” 14 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We're looking for a Lead Audience Development Producer - is that you? Could you transform a 4000-word newsletter into content that helps people understand the LGBTQIA+ world?

We're looking for a Lead Audience Development Producer - is that you? πŸ‘‡

https://www.wearequeeraf.com/were-looking-for-a-lead-audience-development-producer-is-that-you/

12.08.2025 18:04 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We're #hiring! Could you be DIVA’s next Executive Director?

Find out more today: www.charityjob.co.uk/jobs/diva-ch...

01.08.2025 15:37 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Text reads: Could you work for TransActual? We're looking for two part time admin assistants to join our team. Apply by 15th August 2025, 5pm. More info: transactual.org.uk/jobs 

The image is a person with brown hair and glasses sat at a desk working on a laptop surrounded by books, a lam and a plant, on a blue and pink background.

Text reads: Could you work for TransActual? We're looking for two part time admin assistants to join our team. Apply by 15th August 2025, 5pm. More info: transactual.org.uk/jobs The image is a person with brown hair and glasses sat at a desk working on a laptop surrounded by books, a lam and a plant, on a blue and pink background.

We're looking for two part time admin assistants to join our team.

We particularly welcome and encourage applications from trans people, Black People and People of Colour, neurodivergent people and disabled people.

For more info go to transactual.org.uk/jobs

#hiring #LookingForWork #Queerjobs

12.08.2025 11:02 πŸ‘ 18 πŸ” 11 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1
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Want to create content but worried about being censored? Here's a sex educator five top tips ✨ Want to know more? Become a paid member πŸ˜‰

🩷 Navigating platforms as a s πŸ₯š educator or content creator is rougghhhh

So I’ve shared some of my top tips for my paid members!! If you’d like to hear more, why not subscribe to learn more & help this enby out! 🩷✨

s3xtheorywithdee.substack.com/p/want-to-cr...

12.08.2025 11:33 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

πŸ‘€ Deadline approaching!!

03.07.2025 10:06 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🏴󠁧󠁒󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Calling Welsh LGBTQIA+ writers and journalists!

www.wearequeeraf.com/inclusivejournalismcymru

13.06.2025 09:23 πŸ‘ 42 πŸ” 26 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 2
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Journo.com - Connecting Journalists with Experts and Thought Leaders Connect with verified expert sources, eliminate spam, and get authentic thought leadership to support your articles.

Knowing who to trust online can be hard – which is why Journo.com vets their experts so you know your sources are relevant and AI-free. Submit a free request here πŸ‘‰ bit.ly/3YFOo9w

11.06.2025 20:15 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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WhatTheTrans?! Short form video application form Thank you for applying to volunteer to do shorts form video content for WhatTheTrans?!. The main part of the role is listening into the podcast and picking out 30 second to a minute long sections of ...

We are now recruiting for volunteers to help us with making short form videos for WhatTheTrans?! If you are interested in this. Please check out the form below:

forms.gle/aJ9CAZv8T7ET...

09.06.2025 11:53 πŸ‘ 51 πŸ” 25 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 2

The Trans Journalism Association is seeking a new director, a really critical role for a growing org at a moment when we need more support and resources for trans journalists.

30 hour workweek, remote, $80k.

airtable.com/apppaTdSPRyF...

05.02.2025 18:26 πŸ‘ 300 πŸ” 194 πŸ’¬ 4 πŸ“Œ 2

πŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ Paid opportunities for Trans+ creatives! πŸ‘‡

28.01.2025 15:33 πŸ‘ 66 πŸ” 53 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
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LGBTQ+ journalists set to leave Facebook over β€˜dangerous’ new hate speech rules LGBTQ+ journalists have spoken of their dismay at Meta’s changes to its Hateful Conduct policy, with some planning to leave its platforms.

I spoke about Meta's hate speech rules and their dangerous impacts for @pressgazette.co.uk and @lgbtqjournalismnetwork.co.uk

Couldn't put it better than Alyx of @whatthetrans.com - "Trying to get rid of us might as well be a game of whack-a-mole." βœŠπŸ’œπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ

lgbtqjournalismnetwork.co.uk/2025/01/22/l...

24.01.2025 15:02 πŸ‘ 38 πŸ” 10 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

hello hello. i'm the journalist for the metro newspaper who wrote the below ! i'm keen to chat with any other trans, non-binary folks whose gps have shockingly withdrawn their healthcare.

please do drop me a dm or email me: josh.milton@metro.co.uk. can be 100% anonymous

24.01.2025 09:31 πŸ‘ 405 πŸ” 198 πŸ’¬ 10 πŸ“Œ 8

πŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ Are you a Trans+ writer, illustrator or podcaster? Get pitching!

Last year I wrote a piece on the impact of Section 28 on sex education on Trans+ individuals for @transhistoryweek.bsky.social πŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ

Get pitching!! πŸ‘‡

23.01.2025 12:03 πŸ‘ 31 πŸ” 10 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

We’re back with paid opportunities for Trans+ creatives. Get your pitches in!

23.01.2025 11:33 πŸ‘ 275 πŸ” 189 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 1