Beyond Reflections

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:
www.ticketsource.co.uk/beyond-refle...

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

Join us for our Trans+ Research Conference, an inspiring day dedicated to advancing research and understanding of trans+ experiences

📅 15 May 2025 |📍 Bournemouth University, Lansdowne Campus and Online |🔗Register Here: beyond-reflections.org.uk/events/trans...

#AcademicSky #Trans #NonBinary

Pathways to Parenthood is included in BR Membership; check your emails for more information.
Non-members will need to buy a ticket - click the link in our bio to buy your ticket, or join us as a member today to access this and more!

📢REMINDER Our first Pathways To Parenthood Talk THIS FRIDAY - Now 50% off for non-members‼️
Join us online with Dee Constantine from Southampton City Council to talk all about fostering! Followed by a Q&A session and an opportunity to discuss parenthood with peers. #Parenthood #TransParent #TransUK

Celebrating a trans+ inclusive International Women's Day 💜
#IWD2025 #AccelerateAction

🗓 Friday, 28th March - 6.30pm to 8pm
📍 Online - link to join will be sent after booking
💰 Free for members | £10 for non-members

Members should check their emails for the link to book. Non-members book via the link in our bio.

Join us on 28th March for our first Pathways to Parenthood talk! Dee Constantine from Southampton City Council will discuss fostering; including how it works and the differences to adoption.

👇 Let us know in the comments if you have any specific questions for Dee about fostering.

Pathways to Parenthood is included in BR Membership; check your emails for more information. Non-members will need to buy a ticket - link in our bio for the 28th of March or book ahead through the events pages on Facebook!

INTRODUCING: Pathways to Parenthood Talks! Join us to learn more about your different options from various guests and talk about being a trans+ parent in general with peers.

Fourth Friday of every month - topics will be announced in the run-up to the event.

#Parenthood #TransParent #TransUK

We will still be hosting the conference online, so if you cannot join us in person, you can still participate. We are working hard to ensure that this hybrid element is every bit as engaging as attending in person. If you have any ideas for this, please let us know! 👇

We are thrilled to announce the in-person location for our Trans+ Research Conference! We want to thank @bournemouthuni.bsky.social for having us, particularly the BU PIER team for partnering with us on this and securing a wonderful space for us.

#TransUK #AcademicSky

Thank you Ellie reccomending us! We are so glad that we were able to help you 💜

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📢 TONIGHT - BitC Board Game Social 🏳️‍⚧️

Join us for a relaxed, friendly evening of board games and yummy food at Board in the City, Southampton!

💰 Free for members | £5 for non-members (pay on arrival)

#TransSouthampton #BoardGames #SocialGroup

Tricky with limited word count - more details on our other socials!

While we pilot the group, we are happy to welcome everyone for free, but donations to BR are encouraged to help us provide our services.