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Not In Our Name
is a grassroots campaign challenging anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric and promoting solidarity with trans and queer communities. The website can be used to sign open letters, access campaign materials, stay informed about current issues, and to take part in public actions supporting LGBTQ+ rights.
You can visit the Not in Our Name website and
sign the open letter for 'Women in support of the trans+ community'
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Amnesty International UK: Activism and Fundraising Resources
– Amnesty International UK provides practical resources to help people organise campaigns, fundraise, lobby decision-makers and advocate for human rights. The website offers guides, toolkits and ideas to support individuals and community groups in taking effective action on LGBTQ+ rights and wider social justice issues.
Ella Baker School of Organising
provides free educational resources to help people build community power, organise campaigns and develop practical organising skills. The website can be used to access workshops, guides and learning materials for anyone wanting to create lasting social and political change.
Bent Bars Project
is a letter-writing and solidarity project connecting LGBTQ+ people with LGBTQ+ prisoners across the UK. The website explains how to become a volunteer pen pal, donate, support campaigns for prison justice, and advocate for the rights of incarcerated LGBTQ+ people.
Plus Importance Project
is a community organisation working to improve inclusion, representation and wellbeing for LGBTQ+ people through research, education and community engagement. The website provides opportunities to volunteer, participate in research, contribute lived experience, and support projects that strengthen LGBTQ+ communities.
Section 28 Justice
campaigns for recognition, education and justice relating to the legacy of Section 28 and its lasting impact on LGBTQ+ communities. The website can be used to learn about LGBTQ+ history, support the campaign, contribute stories, and take part in efforts to improve LGBTQ+ education and historical recognition.