Simon Blake’s hopes for LGBTQ+ equality as Stonewall’s new CEO
BySimon Blake OBE
The path to LGBTQ+ equality has always been one requiring enormous courage, endless conversations and effective collaboration. It has also at times been fraught with challenge, that is certainly true...
The time for change is now: We’re championing LGBTQ+ safety at the Labour Party Conference
ByStonewall staff
During party conference season, we’re gearing up to ensure that LGBTQ+ rights are firmly on the agenda of MPs and policymakers. Party conferences are a good opportunity for Stonewall and others to...
Stonewall statement on the UK Government’s commitment to banning conversion practices in the King's Speech
Ben Whur (he/him), Managing Director at Stonewall, said: ‘We welcome the new Government’s commitment to banning conversion practices. Each day that...
Stonewall welcomes Simon Blake OBE as new CEO
We are proud to announce Simon Blake OBE as our incoming Chief Executive. Simon, who will begin his new role in September, brings to Stonewall a...
Joint Statement on proposals to amend the Equality Act 2010
The Equality Act is world-class legislation that took almost a decade to develop, and has been working well for 14 years. Under the Act, trans people...
Supportive Schools Campaign Statement on RSHE Guidance
Joint statement from Supportive Schools Campaign on RSHE Guidance The well-being of all children and young people, so that they can live happy, safe...
Why do we need Trans+ History Week?
ByStonewall staff
What is Trans+ History Week? Founded by QueerAF , Trans+ History Week (6 – 12 May 2024) is a week to learn and celebrate the rich and long history of trans, non-binary, gender diverse, and intersex...
Joint Statement on NHS Constitution proposals
Everyone deserves timely access to holistic, high-quality healthcare and to be treated with dignity, privacy and respect throughout their treatment...
The Cass Review - Our initial review and actions
ByStonewall staff
Last week Dr Hilary Cass published her Final Report following her review on gender services for children and young people in England. Our team is now reviewing the 400-page report and preparing the...
Stonewall statement on the Cass Review
What is important, above all, is that trans and gender-diverse children get the quality healthcare that they need and deserve. The Cass Review can...
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