Beyond Reflections

Huge congrats to Heather Paterson! ✨

Runner-up for our Paul Draycott Award for Trans Allies at last night's Beyond Reflections celebration, and SO deserved!

She embodies Paul's legacy - standing alongside us with solidarity and action.

Thank you, @heatherpaterson.co.uk, for everything you do! 💙💗🤍

A head and shoulders pic of me. I am wearing eye make up, long colourful feather earrings and a small smile. My hair is styled. Actually.

Them: Katie, why do you look different?

Me: I'm not wearing PJs or my glasses, I'm wearing make up and a bra.

This is what we call "going out out" for @beyondreflectuk.bsky.social annual bash.

Photos of me dressed up ready for event

Collage of pics from event

Pic of me with award

Had a great evening at @beyondreflectuk.bsky.social Fundraising Ball and Trans+ Allies Celebration Event and was honoured to receive the Paul Draycott Trans+ Ally runner up award 🏳️‍⚧️✊️

Last night was magic ✨

Beyond Reflections' festive fundraiser brought our community together for awards, celebration, and SO much trans joy. Honoring the amazing work happening for trans+ lives in the UK - in memory of Paul Draycott.

Thank you to everyone who came out and made it unforgettable 💙💗🤍

Join us for an evening of solidarity, community, and hope as we raise funds for Beyond Reflections!

Every contribution helps Beyond Reflections provide vital support to a community that faces extraordinary challenges.

📅 Monday 8th December 

📍 Eastleigh

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Whether you’re looking for community connection, focused guidance, or a safe space to explore — there’s a place for you here.

💌 Find out more about membership via the link in our bio.

At Beyond Reflections, we love working with people and organisations who share our passion for creativity, inclusion, and community care. Whether it’s a one-off collaboration or a bigger initiative, we’re open to new ideas that could make a real difference.

📩 Reach out via our website to talk.

From therapy resources to GP advice, from shared care navigation to understanding your rights - we're here for the nitty-gritty stuff that can make or break your journey.

Our caseworkers, volunteers, and community members have walked these paths before, and they're here to help you navigate yours.

From seeing real impact in people's lives to being part of something truly special, our volunteers don't just give their time - they pour their passion into everything we do.

Could volunteering be your calling too? We'd love to welcome you to our fantastic team.

Growth isn’t just something that happens to the people we support - it happens to all of us. Whether you’re looking to develop new skills, gain insights into different experiences, or simply become more confident in who you are, volunteering offers growth opportunities you won’t find anywhere else.

Our free Parents of Trans+ Children Discussion & Support Group offers a safe, welcoming space to share experiences, ask questions, and connect with others who understand.

🗓 Wednesday 10th September

⏰ 7:00 – 8:30pm

💌 Free to attend | Sign up here ➡️ beyond-reflections.whitefuse.net/events/suppo...

Whether you're thinking about it, in the process, or already parenting—we're here to support your journey. Our Pathways to Parenthood group gives space to explore, share, and get support as a trans+ or non-binary person navigating family life.

💌 Link in bio to join.

💬 Heading to Reading Pride this year? Come visit the Beyond Reflections stall at King's Meadow Park on Saturday 30 August!
Whether you're just starting to explore your gender or looking to volunteer—we'd love to chat.

We particularly welcome people to bring along items of clothing that are underrepresented in other second hand clothing venues; such as binders, packers and breast forms, alternative dress styles and larger sizes. Sealed, unused cosmetics, jewelry and bathing products also welcome!

Need a new closet ready for Summer? Look no further! Join us at the John Hansard Gallery for Beyond Reflections' first Clothes Swap 🏳️‍⚧️ We will also be running an alteration workshop so that you can learn how to make your new pieces all your own 🪡

#ClothesSwap #TransClothesSwap #TransUK

Looking forward to this!

BR is sad to hear of the death of one of our founders, Laura Grey. Though many things have changed since the establishment of the charity, then Chrysalis, we still honour our beginnings and have a great appreciation for our founders. Our thoughts are with her family and loved ones at this time💜

TRANS+ RESEARCH CONFERENCE 2025 ✨SPOTLIGHT✨
#GenderEuphoria: What is it and how can it give us hope for the future? In today's challenging climate, understanding gender euphoria offers vital perspective and hope for the transgender community.
💯 FREE thanks to our sponsor @facialteam
🎫 Link in bio

📣 TRANS+ RESEARCH CONFERENCE SPOTLIGHT
We're thrilled to announce that our partners from the TACC Project will be presenting their groundbreaking research at this year's conference! PLUS get involved in a TACC creative workshop and have YOUR say on trans+ healthcare.
🎫link in bio

A white, light pink, light purple and blue poster. Intersections of Sociology with Crip Theory, Critical Disability Studies and Mad Studies. #MadCrip2025 One-day hybrid symposium for postgraduate researchers and community members. 11th June 9.30-4.30 Centenary Building, University of Southampton, SO17 1BJ and online Follow @cripmadsymposium on Bsky to keep up to date! Logos at the top read: British Sociological Association University of Southampton University of Portsmouth South Coast SCDTP Partnership

We are planning such an amazing host of speakers and a creative workshop.

Save the date: 11th June

Hybrid one day symposium

Follow us to keep up to date!

#MadCrip2025

Panel members include specialists from sociology, healthcare, data science, and cultural studies - each bringing unique perspectives on non-binary research frameworks.

🎟️ FREE ADMISSION
Thanks to our generous sponsor @facialteam

🔗 RESERVE YOUR SPACE:
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TRANS+ RESEARCH CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHT - THE NON-BINARY RESEARCHERS COLLECTIVE
May 15th, 2025

For the first time, the Non-Binary Researchers Collective brings together academics to transform how research is conducted and understood.

#NonBinaryResearch #TransAcademia

📣 CALLING ALL TRANS RESEARCHERS & ALLIES. This isn't just another conference—it's the foundation of a movement that will shape the future of trans research.

⏰ FOUNDING MEMBERSHIP FOR ATTENDEES ONLY Tickets in bio

The future of trans research starts with you. Will you be part of it?
#TransAcademia

We have some exciting news to share! Thanks to a generous donation from FacialTeam our Trans+ Research Conference, taking place at Bournemouth University (and online) on May 15th, is now free to attend!
For more information or to book your place visit: lnkd.in/euSmuwKh. 🏳️‍⚧️💜
#AcademicSky #TransUK

Due to an unknown error, our statement last week was only shared to LinkedIn. So here's another one 🏳️‍⚧️💜 #TransSupport #TransUK

Beyond Reflections x @networkgender.bsky.social announce two exciting events focussed on trans+ research

MAY 15 - Beyond Reflections’ Trans+ Research Conference at Bournemouth Uni
JUNE 21 - FGEN’s Trans Liberation Now at Kings College London

Tickets:
BR shorturl.at/s7MCw
FGEN shorturl.at/MHcDZ

Bring clothes on the day to swap or donate beforehand - contact us at projects@beyond-reflections.org.uk to arrange (please don't just show up as we may not be in!)

We particularly welcome people to bring along items of clothing that are underrepresented in other second hand clothing venues; such as binders, packers and breast forms, alternative dress styles and larger sizes. Sealed, unused cosmetics and bathing products also welcome.

Fresh out the closet and need a new closet? Join us at the John Hansard Gallery for our first Clothes Swap!
Trade your old styles for new-to-you gender affirming outfits ready for Summer. We will also be running an alteration workshop so that you can learn how to make your new pieces all your own 🪡

Pride Volunteers Needed! We are looking for volunteers to help us run our stalls at 7 of the Uk's pride events. 07/06 - Portsmouth 12/07 - Bournemouth 19/07 - Isle of Wight 23 and 24/08 - Southampton 30/08 - Reading 27/09 - Trans Pride Winchester 25/10 - Trans Pride Southampton

🌈✨ Join Us as an Events Volunteer at Pride! ✨🌈

Want to make a difference this summer? We’re looking for passionate volunteers to represent Beyond Reflections at Pride events across the UK!

Click here for more details and to sign up: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/0AK54H/

#Pride2025 #Volunteering