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"Conversion therapy is an abhorrent practice, it needs to stop, we have that opportunity - let's do it." Dr Igi Moon for the Memorandum of Understanding Coalition on Conversion Therapy. Yet, @scottishgov.bsky.social have ignored expert advice, betraying survivors & retraumatising them in the process

The Scottish Government promised to ban LGBT conversion therapy — then backed down. This says what so many are thinking: why hasn’t it happened yet, @scottishgov.bsky.social? Our lives aren’t up for debate. #BanConversionTherapy #LGBTrights #Scotland

Scot Gov has dropped plans to ban conversion therapy.

Survivors have been betrayed & re-traumatised. There’s no evidence that conversion “therapy” works - but plenty proving the harm it causes.

Waiting on Westminster is a joke. We’re on PM #6 and still nothing to move forward with a UK-wide ban.

YouTube video by Hollyoaks I survived conversion therapy || Hollyoaks: IRL

@kaukabstewart.bsky.social please watch this. This is the real impact of conversion therapy.

You’ve heard the evidence. You’ve seen the harm. Dropping the ban is not just a policy decision — it’s a betrayal.

Survivors DESERVE justice. #BanConversionTherapy

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Jordan, thank you for sharing this - this will help so many others feel less alone. Keep thriving; you’ve got this! 😊

What right to religion is and what it isn’t.

Why a comprehensive ban is SO important and the need for no loopholes to allow “prayer and pastoral support”. Your “right to religion” doesn’t permit or excuse the abuse of LGBT people.

The constant monitoring and checking of your natural behaviour in order to ‘stay in the closet’ or survive in a heteronormative society is torturous and eradicates your self-esteem and sense of self-worth.

The issue of ‘consent’ in this debate.

ALL forms of conversion therapy are coercive as it's not possible to give 'informed consent' to torture.

10/01/2024 Had a lovely evening last night on @BBCScotNine discussing the next consultation on #BanConversionTherapy. A little 🧵 of key discussion points:

Thanks John - this was a few years ago. Just moving all the activism stuff over to Bluesky so there’s no more need for X. Thanks for the kind words 😊❤️

Turning 40 feels like a milestone in so many ways. As I step into this new decade, I’m reflecting on the journey so far & excited for all the adventures ahead. Here's to embracing the wisdom that comes with age & the joy of having amazing friends & Chosen Family to share it with.

📣 After campaigning for 4 yrs to @BanCTorg in 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿, I've applied for Interfaith Minister Training @OneSpiritOrg. This shift marks a move beyond activism to one that holds sacred space & conduct inclusive rituals and ceremonies for ALL!
Love & light,
(The Future Reverend) Justin💚

22/09/2023 - It’s been a privilege working with everyone @hollyoaks.wiki & @LimePictures on this incredibly important story. @semadivad.bsky.social & @jamessutton.bsky.social are going to demonstrate how manipulative & toxic conversion therapy is & why it should be banned.

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Absolutely honoured to be named as a finalist in the ‘Community Champion’ category of this year’s #proudscotlandawards

Sharing personal trauma in public is difficult, emotional & open to misinterpretation & backlash. But it’ll be worth it once we #BanConversionTherapy for good.

Absolutely honoured to be asked to contribute to @Somewhere_ForUs for their #LGBTHM22 issue about my experiences of conversion therapy.

Conversion Therapy exists in Scotland.
Conversion Therapy doesn’t work.
Conversion Therapy is torture.
#BanConversionTherapy

Thinking Straight (Pt 1): Conversion Podcast Episode · Reporter · S5 E1 · 37m

ALL forms of conversion therapy are coercive. You cannot give “informed consent”.

Also - IT DOESN’T WORK!!!

You are not “sinful” or “broken” or “demon-possessed” and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.

Listen to Emily’s podcast - it’s amazing & so is she!

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Sending a massive ‘Thank You’ to @EmSargent for creating this important series which is rooted in research & importantly, centres the lived experiences of survivors.

I would encourage all to listen to what is legally allowed to happen in 🇬🇧 right now.
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Massive thank you to all at @Somewhere_ForUs 🌈

I’m honoured to be included in the inaugural #TheUnicorns List alongside many amazing LGBT+ people & allies 🦄

Conversion Therapy exists in Scotland.

Conversion Therapy doesn’t work!

#BanConversionTherapy

'I wanted rid of my gay demon': The harrowing reality of conversion therapy in the UK when Justin started to suspect he might be gay, he found himself in conflict with his religion, his family and his idea of what his future might look like

Thank you @kierangalpin2 for such a thoroughly researched and articulate article - placing conversion therapy within its historical context as well as today’s current movement to #banconversiontherapy

Religion is a belief. LGBT+ identities are a reality

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YouTube video by Hollyoaks I survived conversion therapy || Hollyoaks: IRL

Massive thank you to @ross_adams @irishalan @LimePictures and everyone at @Hollyoaks for letting me share my story. All forms of conversion therapy are coercive. Love always wins.

@BanCTorg @ECTScotland

#HollyoaksIRL #banconversiontherapy #PrideMonth #Pride2021

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Big thanks to Owen Jones for letting me share my story.

To anyone struggling out there:

You are NOT sinful.
You are NOT broken.
You do not require fixing.

#ConversionTherapyDoesntWork #BanConversionTherapy @BanCTorg @stonewalluk @ECTScotland

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Lovely chatting with @rdunbar83 this evening about @BanCTorg and sharing some of my experiences. Looking forward to my first Night Out in Bradford once restrictions allow 👍🏻 instagram.com/tv/CMIWBQAlOR7…

‘I thought I was evil’: Call to ban gay conversion therapy Justin Beck tells his story as 5000 people sign petition calling on ministers to end controversial practice.

16/12/2020 Okay, that went really well. Thank you for all your lovely comments. So, @NicolaSturgeon let’s get this done - happy to discuss things further. @BanCTorg #BanConversionTherapy @ECTScotland @scotgov

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My reasons why I think #ConversionTherapy should be banned. #BanConversionTherapy instagram.com/p/CD3gGkNllBf/…

Conversion Therapy Still Isn't Illegal in the UK Earlier this month, the British government tweeted – and quickly deleted – a survey asking how "#conversiontherapy affects the #LGBTQ community".

17/07/2020 - In my most #DaringVenture to date, I speak out about my experiences of conversion therapy. Big thanks to Nick Levine for writing an accurate and thoughtful piece on why these dangerous practices need to be made illegal. www.vice.com/en/article/c...