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LGBT+ History Month Newsletter February LGBT+ Network Presents 2021 LGBT+ History Month Newsletter Hello and welcome to this jam-packed LGBT+ newsletter. February marks LGBT+ History Month in the UK, where we take the time to learn about LGBT+ issues and history, particularly things that might have been missing before. This month we also want to look to the future to see how we can make the world a more open and equal place for all. There is a long history of punishing people who are LGBT+ and while we have come a long way, there is still a lot of inequality across the world. For example, the UK makes up only one of the 29 countries around the world with marriage equality, compared to 72 where being trans or having a non-heterosexual relationship is punished. Even then, the law in the UK only changed to allow marriage equality in 2014. We’re here primarily to support LGBT+ There is still a lot of work to be done. staff, but are open to all – we don’t require anyone to identify themselves In our newsletter we wanted to show the as LGBT+ to support our work, so allies history of LGBT+ people and communities from (anyone who wants to help support the the past to the present, including progress LGBT+ community) and people who that has been made and the hard battles that are questioning are welcome too. Our have been fought along the way. Along with ultimate goal is to make sure that our this timeline, we’ve included an LGBT+ book working environment is friendly and club, myth-busting article, a look at gender, supportive for everyone. wellbeing tips and much more! If you would like to learn more about the We believe “No-one is equal until network, including information on how to join, please email: everyone is equal” [email protected] None of this could be done without the amazing work of Creative Support’s incredible Please be assured that all emails that go LGBT+ Network, and we want to highlight this to the LGBT+ Network inbox are treated community of open-minded and lovely people with absolute confidence. who meet on a regular basis. Major Moments in LGBT+ History Mental Health and Wellbeing tips and resources LGBT+ rights may seem like a new issue to those unfamiliar with the history, but being LGBT+ While anybody can experience difficulties with their mental health at any time in their lives, is nothing new. The timeline below highlights some key dates throughout LGBT+ history. studies have shown that LGBT+ people are significantly more likely to be affected. Around 25% of the whole population will experience a significant mental health problem in their lives, compared to more than 40% of LGBT+ people. This can be down to a number of factors, 1395 1533 1732 1835 1951 1957 such as discrimination and prejudice amongst others. Eleanor/John Rykener is King Henry The term, On the 27th Roberta Cowell The arrested in London, and is VIII passes a ‘lesbian’, November makes history as Wolfenden found to have identified law, making enters the 1835, the last the first known Report is We’ve pulled together some health and wellbeing tips and techniques that may help with as both male and female all gay activity English two men to British trans woman published, day-to-day issues, along with a list of LGBT+ organisations who offer more tailored help and at different times. This punishable by language as be executed to undergo gender- paving the is one of the earliest death. a descriptor for being gay reassignment way for future advice. examples of gender of same sex in England surgery. LGBT+ rights nonconformity in British relations are James and policy history. between Pratt and John changes. women. Smith. Take a break or slow down Try to get outside at least once a day This may seem incredibly basic, It can often be difficult to do either of these but this can be a bit of a challenge things, but giving your brain a breather is really at times. Try getting out, even if it’s 1967 important. Taking five minutes in the morning to 1988 1992 1981 1972 1969 just going outside and breathing in On 12th The ‘Sexual do a bit of deep breathing or meditation before Section 28 is The WHO The first official UK The Stonewall Riots some fresh air for a few minutes. If the December 1981, Offences Act’ put into British finally Gay Pride Rally takes start on 28th June 1969 you start work can give you a clean and calm a 49-year old decriminalises weather’s nice, why not sit in the sunshine law, banning the declassifies place in London on in New York, kicking gay man homosexual slate to start the day off with. “promotion” by same-sex the 1st July 1972 off the modern LGBT+ and enjoy your lunch. becomes the acts between local authorities attraction to coincide with civil rights movement first recorded two men, but (including schools) as a the Stonewall Riots’ as we understand it person in the only where both of LGBT+ lifestyles mental anniversary. today. This is generally UK to die from are aged 21 or as an acceptable illness. considered Keep in touch with friends and family an AIDS-related above. If you’re struggling at work, talk to substitute for the world’s illness. your line manager or HR ‘traditional family first Pride Yes we’re living in a pandemic, but march. values’. we’re also living in a pandemic in You should never suffer in silence, and speaking the 21st century. We may all be through an issue with a trusted colleague or getting a bit fed up with Zoom, but senior will mean that actions can be put in place writing an email to a friend you to help you through any difficulties. People are haven’t spoken to in a while, or 1999 2000 - 2003 2004 2013 2017 2020-2021 here to help and listen, no matter how trivial you sending them a funny selfie, can Gwendolyn Section 28 is Civil partnerships The Marriage (Same The “Alan Turing A private may think it seems. Ann Smith, a repealed in are legalised in Sex Couples) Act Law” is passed in member’s bill keep the connection flowing and, if needed, help trans woman, Scotland in the UK for same- is introduced and England and Wales, to add an ‘X’ you to reconnect with someone. founded the 2000. After some sex couples. A comes into effect the pardoning men who gender marker to Transgender Day of challenges from poll published following year, with were cautioned or British passports Speak with a professional Remembrance after the House of Lords, earlier this year the first same-sex convicted under for non-binary If you’re anxious about restarting a connection, the murder of Rita England, Wales people is brought showed that marriages taking historical legislation. remember that we are all living in an There are lots of organisations out there who Hester. and Northern 63% of Brits place on 29th March to the House of offer counselling and therapy for people who are Ireland follow suit supported this. 2014. Commons. It will unprecedented time and people understand that. in 2003. be further debated If you message them saying ‘hey, what’s new LGBT+ and will help you with any issues you’re this year. with you’, you’ll be back chatting like old times in having with 100% confidentiality. Below we’ve rounded up a few organisations that can offer a flash. help and advice Resources Health Assured: Creative Support’s 24/7 LGBT Foundation: A national charity Switchboard: LGBT+ helpline, ran between African Rainbow Family: Support for employee assistance programme which offers delivering advice, support and information 10am-10pm everyday via webchat, phone call, LGBT+ People of African Heritage including all of our staff telephone and online support for services to LGBT+ communities. and email. switchboard.lgbt / 0300 330 0630 / Refugees and wider Black and Asian Minority all of life’s problems and provides emotional lgbt.foundation / 0345 3 30 30 30 [email protected] Ethnic Groups africanrainbowfamily.org / support. 0800 030 5182 MindOut: LGBT+ mental health service providing Resources and a local directory [email protected] / 07711285567 Hidayah: A volunteer-led organisation with Stonewall UK: information, resources, and advice, along with a of LGBT+ inclusive services. stonewall.org.uk Consortium: Provide an extensive directory of projects and activities developed for the free instant messenger service. mindout.org.uk local LGBT+ groups who can provide tailored needs of LGBT+ Muslims. hidayahlgbt.com / support. consortium.lgbt [email protected] LGBT+ Book Club Get Involved at your service If you want to get involved in LGBT+ History Myth Busting We’ve pulled together some of our favourite LGBT+ books and made a book club! We’ve included Month at your service or any time of year, Do you have any questions to ask the LGBT+ a range of genres, including fiction, sci-fi, young adult, graphic novels, and non-fiction so there there are some ideas below to get you started! Network? Then write them down and email should be something for everyone! Some of the books have Trigger Warnings (TW) them to [email protected] Host a book club or film night 1. Trans Britain edited by Christine Burns (TW: Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe Read and explore a book from the LGBT+ book Do you have a story you would like to share? Homophobia, violence) ‘I chose this book because it is one of my club or pick a film (there are lots of ‘best’ lists We’re really keen to hear from staff and service 2.
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