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Help us Kiss Hate Goodbye at The Manchester Day Parade
Date Published: 23/05/2013
We will be asking people to ‘Kiss Hate Goodbye’ at The Manchester Day Parade, taking place in the City Centre on Sunday 2nd June – join us!
read more366 yes v 161 no, It's off to the Lords we go!
Date Published: 22/05/2013
Last night MPs voted overwhelmingly in favour of the Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Bill. The Bill passed its Third Reading vote in the House of Commons by 366 votes to 161 – a majority of 205.
read moreA Summer of Love
Date Published: 15/04/2013
Pride season will soon be upon us! Read this article for a snapshot of upcoming events from around the North West region.
read moreThe Importance of IDAHO
Date Published: 17/05/2013
In over 100 countries on all continents, activists and their allies are mobilizing to mark IDAHO. Yet 1.5 billion people still live under regimes that deny the simple right to love. 45 million people, the size of the population of Spain, are considered criminals under these laws.
read moreSarah & Tracey Celebrate IDAHO with a Civil Partnership!
Date Published: 17/05/2013
Sarah and Tracey are celebrating International Day Against Homophobia by having a civil partnership, complete with rainbow flag!
read morePaul Speaks Out About Mental Health
Date Published: 16/05/2013
To mark Mental Health Awareness Week 13th-19th May, Paul speaks out about mental health and the need for a change in attitudes and calls for people to share their experiences.
read moreLGB Community Leaders – The Voice of our Communities.
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Date Published: 14/05/2013
When it comes to health and social care, why shouldn’t lesbian, gay and bisexual people be able to access the best services we can get? The LGF want to engage with lesbian,gay and bisexual community leaders across Greater Manchester to help make this happen.
read morePutting the lid on id
Date Published: 13/05/2013
This week – 13th-19th May – is Mental Health Awareness Week. We all have mental health, and as with our physical health, it’s extremely important that we look after it. Paul Davis shares his experiences with us…
read moreAKT Merge with Outpost Housing
Date Published: 08/05/2013
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans youth homeless charities the Albert Kennedy Trust and Outpost Housing have merged to help meet rising demand and sustain vital services for young people.
read moreManchester Vigil
Date Published: 02/05/2013
There will be a special Vigil against homophobia, biphobia and transphobia held in Sackville Gardens in Manchester’s LGBT village on Friday 17th May (7-8.30pm).
read moreThe Co-operative Group is Flying the Rainbow Flag
Date Published: 24/04/2013
Manchester-based The Co-operative Group are supporting The Lesbian & Gay Foundation’s (LGF) ‘Fly the Flag’ initiative as part of International Day Against Homophobia (IDAHO) on 17th May.
read moreWe want the Lords to Love Equal Marriage!
Date Published: 26/04/2013
Thousands of you supported of equal marriage, contacting your MPs, leaving messages of support and being outspoken on the issue. Now it's time to take action again and contact The Lords in support of this important issue.
read moreMeet Martin
Date Published: 25/04/2013
Each week we are introducing you to a member of the LGF team, here we meet Martin Cooper, Community Engagement Coordinator - you may have seen him out and about!
read moreAnti-Homophobia Play to Tour Salford Schools
Date Published: 24/04/2013
To mark International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHO) on 17th May, innovative programme Exceeding Expectations will be touring Salford Schools in order to tackle homophobia in the classroom.
read moreAre we avenged yet?
Date Published: 18/04/2013
Join us on Saturday 18th May 2 - 4pm for 'Are we avenged yet? an event to look at lesbian visibility and challenge bigotry. A chance to make your voice heard.
read moreKiss hate goodbye!
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Date Published: 18/04/2013
To mark IDAHO and to launch the next phase of the Enough Is Enough! ACTION Against Homophobia campaign, we’re asking you to Kiss Hate Goodbye! Join us for a flashmob in Manchester on Saturday 18th May 1 - 2pm; or organise your own, with our support.
read moreInternational Day Against Homophobia 2013
Date Published: 18/04/2013
The Lesbian & Gay Foundation (LGF) are encouraging organisations, individuals and groups to visibly mark International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia by ‘Flying the Flag’ on 17 May – what will you be doing?
read moreMarathon Success: Actress Juliet Oldfield & sister Fran
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Date Published: 22/04/2013
Juliet Oldfield and sister Fran took part in Sunday's Virgin London Marathon, between them raising a fantastic £2,500 for our work tackling homophobia. Well done!
read moreBarclays Announce Support for IDAHO
Date Published: 22/04/2013
Major global financial services provider Barclays, have announced their support of The Lesbian & Gay Foundation’s ‘Fly the Flag’ initiative as part of IDAHO on 17th May 2013.
read moreMeet Caroline
Date Published: 18/04/2013
Each week we'll be featuring a member of LGF staff so you can get to know the team. This week we meet Caroline Yorston, Policy & Research Assistant.
read moreVoice and Choice - The LGB&T Regional Conference 2013
Date Published: 05/04/2013
The Lesbian & Gay Foundation are hosting the annual regional conference this Saturday 20 April 2013 from 10am – 5pm at The Lesbian & Gay Foundation’s Community Resource Centre, Number 5 Richmond Street, Manchester, M1 3HF.
read moreJosh's Story
Date Published: 15/04/2013
We supported Josh, 23, through our counselling service, when he suffered a bad spout of depression. Read his story here..
read morePaul's Story
Date Published: 15/04/2013
We’re always looking for people to share their story, whether they have used our services or want to write about issues passionate to them. Here we meet Paul who shares his experiences around mental health.
read moreFrom Politics to Polari: LGB history brought to life by The …
Date Published: 15/04/2013
In January The LGF was awarded money from the Heritage Lottery Fund to undertake a history project in 2013. As part of our year-long celebration of the LGB past we are teaming up with some amazing individuals and projects in order to bring you a series of entertaining and engaging events.
read moreDepression Awareness Week: How your GP can help
Date Published: 09/04/2013
This week is Depression Awareness Week (15th April). Opening up about depression, anxiety or stress for the first time can be a frightening experience but whatever you’re experiencing, visiting your GP is a good place to start with getting help.
read moreDepression Awareness Week: More than Just a 'Down Day'
Date Published: 09/04/2013
We've wrote a series of article to mark Depression Awareness Week (15th April). In this we explore the meaning of 'depression' and what it means to different people.
read moreBetter Mental Health & Wellbeing in 5 Easy Steps
Date Published: 09/04/2013
This week (15th April) is Depression Awareness Week and we share with you 5 top tips to help your improve your wellbeing and emotional resilience. Why not give it a go?
read more'Phone Snatching a Problem in the City'
Date Published: 11/04/2013
'Phone snatching' is becoming a problem in Manchester City Centre, with a member of LGF staff becoming a victim only the other day. Here GMP City Centre shares some mobile phone crime advice with you...
read moreMeet Rob
Date Published: 03/04/2013
Each week we'll be featuring a member of LGF staff so you can get to know the team. This week we meet Rob Cookson, Director of Business Development.
read moreWatch! New video about wellbeing support at The LGF
Date Published: 09/04/2013
We’re recently made a video all about wellbeing support at The LGF and some of the common issues we support people with. Find out more and watch here!
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