Scottish Trans

Graphic with a gradient purple-blue background and a large purple flower shape. It says "Trans Community Organisers Forum. 6pm - 15th October Online" The Scottish Trans logo is at the bottom.

For trans and non-binary organisers across Scotland!

Despite the challenges, your efforts are helping to build a stronger, more vibrant community.

This series of meetings is all about bringing us together. Let’s share knowledge, collaborate & amplify our impact.

www.outsavvy.com/event/29503/...

A van with a screen on the side saying Labour isn't working for LGBT+ voters. Stop the bathroom ban. A queue of people on a red background holding various pride flags.

We are at Labour conference, telling members about the impact of the proposed bathroom ban. It would devastate trans people’s lives, create unworkable business challenges, and alienate voters.

This would be Labour’s legacy on LGBT+ rights for a generation. But it’s not too late for them to stop it.

If the law means that trans pupils really must be treated in a way that we hope that everyone can see is not in their best interests, then the way forward is clear – we must change the law. It is not good enough to say that this is just the way it has to be.

www.scottishtrans.org/update-to-sc...

Children and young people who have done absolutely nothing wrong, and who deserve the support and help of those with the power to make a difference to make sure they can safely access education with dignity like anybody else.

We need the Scottish Government, councils and schools to acknowledge and take responsibility for the harm that could be caused to trans children and young people if their school policies do not allow them to be recognised as who they truly are.

Changes made yesterday by the Scottish Government to their guidance on supporting transgender pupils in schools will make this much harder for trans children and young people than it was before.

A blue and purple square graphic with text in black that reads "When any pupil goes to school, they should be able to do so safely, have appropriate toilets and changing rooms they can use, and be listened to and have their identity respected. Changes made yesterday by the Scottish Government to their guidance on supporting transgender pupils in schools will make this much harder for trans children and young people than it was before. " The Equality Network and Scottish Trans logos are in white below the text.

A blue and purple square graphic with text in black that reads "If the law means that trans pupils really must be treated in a way that we hope that everyone can see is not in their best interests, then the way forward is clear – we must change the law. It is not good enough to say that this is just the way it has to be." The Equality Network and Scottish Trans logos are in white below the text.

When any pupil goes to school, they should be able to do so safely, have appropriate toilets and changing rooms they can use, and be listened to and have their identity respected.

You can read more information and sign up to the groups using the links below!

LGB+ group - www.outsavvy.com/event/30143/...
Trans group - www.outsavvy.com/event/30142/...

We've split them up this way as we think it's likely these two groups will have different experiences of maternity services, but you are of course welcome to go to whichever group seems the best fit for what you want to talk about.

If you have experience of using maternity services in any way we would love to hear your views about how these services can best serve LGBT+ people.

We will be running two groups - one for LGB+ people and one for trans people.

Graphic with a rainbow background. It says "Maternity Service Standards Focus Groups" "Tell us what you want to see in the new maternity service standards!" "6-7pm Online" "LGB+ group- Tues 7th October, Trans group- Thurs 9th October" The Scottish Trans and Equality Network logos are in the bottom right corner.

Join us and Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS) for a focus group to discuss what you want to see in the new maternity service standards.

HIS are currently running a consultation and they are keen to hear from LGBT+ people about their experiences of using maternity services.

Graphic with a pink background. It says "Trans people need access to services too! Email your MP and the Minister for Equalities: scottishtrans.org/codeofpracticescrutiny". There is a drawing of a placard that says "No segregation! Trans Liberation!". The Scottish Trans logo is in the bottom right.

Make sure that your MP & the Minister for Equalities know how important inclusive, safe services for everyone are to you. Ask them to oppose guidance proposed by the Equalities and Human Rights Commission that would exclude & segregate trans people: www.scottishtrans.org/supreme-cour...

Graphic with a gradient purple-blue background and a large purple flower shape. It says "Trans Community Organisers Forum. 6pm - 15th October Online" The Scottish Trans logo is at the bottom.

For trans and non-binary organisers across Scotland!

Despite the challenges, your efforts are helping to build a stronger, more vibrant community.

This series of meetings is all about bringing us together. Let’s share knowledge, collaborate & amplify our impact.

www.outsavvy.com/event/29503/...

You can read more information and sign up to the groups using the links below!

LGB+ group - www.outsavvy.com/event/30143/...
Trans group - www.outsavvy.com/event/30142/...

We've split them up this way as we think it's likely these two groups will have different experiences of maternity services, but you are of course welcome to go to whichever group seems the best fit for what you want to talk about.

If you have experience of using maternity services in any way we would love to hear your views about how these services can best serve LGBT+ people.

We will be running two groups - one for LGB+ people and one for trans people.

Graphic with a rainbow background. It says "Maternity Service Standards Focus Groups" "Tell us what you want to see in the new maternity service standards!" "6-7pm Online" "LGB+ group- Tues 7th October, Trans group- Thurs 9th October" The Scottish Trans and Equality Network logos are in the bottom right corner.

Join us and Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS) for a focus group to discuss what you want to see in the new maternity service standards.

HIS are currently running a consultation and they are keen to hear from LGBT+ people about their experiences of using maternity services.

If you are looking for support/community, or are looking to support some organisations, why not check out:
Exhale. Group - www.exhale.group
House Ball Scotland - linktr.ee/houseballsco...
LGBT Unity - lgbtunity.org
Hidayah LGBT - hidayahlgbt.com
Rainbow Migration - www.rainbowmigration.org.uk

Graphic with an orange to purple background. It says "We’ve joined with other LGBTQIA+ organisations to speak out against the ongoing rise of the far-right and hostility towards people of colour, Muslims, refugees, people seeking asylum and migrants. We are appalled by this hostility and the normalisation of this hateful rhetoric, and we stand unequivocally with all those who are affected – both those who are part of our LGBTQIA+ communities and those who aren’t."

Graphic with an orange to purple background. It says "We know that solidarity is not just about words. It also about action, support, listening and collaboration. We will continue our journey as an anti-racist organisation by frequently reviewing our policies and practices, both internally and externally, to ensure they take a proactive, anti-racist approach. We also plan to play our part by making sure that we dedicate time and resources to movements, campaigns and events that bring people together to counter these harmful forces."

Graphic with an orange to purple gradient. It says "Check out these organisations that you can join or support today: Exhale.group, House Ball Scotland, LGBT Unity, Hidayah LGBT and Rainbow Migration". The logos of the organisations are on the left side.

We’ve joined with other LGBTQIA+ organisations to speak out against the ongoing rise of the far-right and hostility towards people of colour, Muslims, refugees, people seeking asylum and migrants.

You can read our statement here and the sector statement here: www.consortium.lgbt/lgbt-sector-...

Hundreds of firms warn new draft guidance on single sex spaces is ‘unworkable’ Exclusive: More than 650 organisations have urged Bridget Phillipson to ‘take immediate action to prevent these proposals from moving forward’

The EHRC guidance is unworkable for business.

Signatories include Ben & Jerry's, Lush, Lucy & Yak and hundreds of large and small businesses across the country

www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...

Graphic with a pink background. It says "Trans people need access to services too!" "Email your MP and the Minister for Equalities, to protect trans rights and inclusion: scottishtrans.org/codeofpracticescrutiny". There is a drawing of a placard that says "No segregation! Trans Liberation!" The Scottish Trans logo is at the bottom.

The EHRC has now submitted their draft Code of Practice to the UK Government and we are calling for full scrutiny & meaningful debate on the Code, to ensure trans people have access to public services, spaces and life.

Email your MP - Template here: www.scottishtrans.org/codeofpracti...

Graphic with a Blue background. It says "Trans people are loved!" "Email your MP and the Minister for Equalities, to protect trans rights and inclusion: scottishtrans.org/codeofpracticescrutiny". There is a drawing of a placard that says "Inclusion not Exclusion". The Scottish Trans logo is at the bottom.

The EHRC has now submitted their draft Code of Practice to the UK Government & it could have a devastating impact on trans lives in the UK.

We need you to write to your MP, supporting our call for full scrutiny & meaningful debate on the Code.

Template here: www.scottishtrans.org/codeofpracti...

Graphic with a Blue background. It says "Trans people are loved!" "Email your MP and the Minister for Equalities, to protect trans rights and inclusion: scottishtrans.org/codeofpracticescrutiny". There is a drawing of a placard that says "Inclusion not Exclusion". The Scottish Trans logo is at the bottom.

The EHRC has now submitted their draft Code of Practice to the UK Government & it could have a devastating impact on trans lives in the UK.

We need you to write to your MP, supporting our call for full scrutiny & meaningful debate on the Code.

Template here: www.scottishtrans.org/codeofpracti...

Template Email to MPs on Parliamentary Scrutiny of the EHRC's Code of Practice - Scottish Trans Home » Template Email to MPs on Parliamentary Scrutiny of the EHRC’s Code of Practice

We encourage you to take a few minutes to use TransActual’s template letter and write to your MP and raise your concerns around the Code of Practice and the lack of transparency around such a monumental change: www.scottishtrans.org/codeofpracti...

If the EHRC does not publish its analysis, MPs will also not be able to scrutinise whether our equalities and human rights body has actually listened to the thousands of people who responded to their consultation.

If the Minister does approve the Code, there’s also no guarantee that MPs will be able to discuss and debate it in the UK Parliament, and share their views and those of their constituents on the dangers this Code could create.

As such, we believe there should be full transparency around how the EHRC have reached their current position, including publishing all responses, their analysis, and the version of the Code submitted to the Minister.

If the updated Code of Practice submitted to the Government is similar to the one consulted on by the EHRC, it will be focused almost exclusively on how services should exclude and segregate trans people. This will have a massive impact on how we can go about our daily lives.

Despite tens of thousands of people responding to this consultation, the EHRC claim they have already conducted a robust analysis of the responses. However, they have not published this analysis, nor any changes they’ve made to the draft version of the Code that they consulted on in light of this.

Graphic with a pink,blue and white gradient background. It says "Update: EHRC delivers Code of Practice to the UK Equalities Minister." The Scottish Trans and Equality Network logos are at the bottom.

Graphic with a pink,blue and white gradient background. It says "What can you do? - Email, Call, Meet with your MP! We have a template developed by TransActual, or use your own words - we need MPs to understand the real, everyday impact of this Code! (Link in bio) - Support your trans friends and community members! See what they need and what actual support you can provide - be that emotional or physical (for example - picking up groceries, attending appointments with them, making sure they have a safe person to access public spaces with.)" The Scottish Trans and Equality Network logos are at the bottom.

As you may have seen, the EHRC delivered their updated Code of Practice to the UK Government’s Minister for Equalities last week. It is now up to the Minister to approve the Code, or to ask the EHRC to make further changes. Contact your MP: www.scottishtrans.org/codeofpracti...