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Fighting With Pride is the LGBTQ+ Armed Forces charity, leading the campaign for better support for LGBTQ+ veterans and families.

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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
The Royal British Legion’s Festival of Remembrance marks the 15th anniversary of the end of UK involvement in Iraq. To remember that, the RBL & the BBC are planning to read aloud extracts from letters & Blueys exchanged between Iraq veterans & their families. www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
There are just 85 days left to lodge your claim for Financial AND Non Financial reparations in the LGBT Recognition Scheme www.fightingwithpride.org.uk/reparations/
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Last week our CEO, Peter Gibson, and our London Veteran Community Worker, Gulliver Ralston, recorded a podcast with the fantastic team from Princess Alice Hospice Take a listen to the conversation on the podcast link below open.spotify.com/episode/3HWD...
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
We are kindly asking for your feedback & support on behalf of the Bridge for Heroes & the wider Armed Forces Community If you have few spare minutes, could we kindly ask you to fill out the linked questionnaire around support & current needs that our AFC face forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/Respon...
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Future Radio in Norfolk is providing the opportunity to get involved in Radio & Podcasting! They're running a project for veterans who’d like to get involved in radio & podcasting sessions Use this form to register interest & they’ll get back to you futureradio.co.uk/veterans/
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
The Royal Navy Museum are developing a Remembrance Room in the Royal Marines Experience & plan to cover the wall with portraits of Royal Marines who've passed away There are 250 spaces available & there are specific criteria To apply www.royalnavymuseums.org.uk/index.php/ro...
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Explore Gosport’s LGBTQ+ Past September 15th 18:15-19:45, Yourspace Gosport Discover how legislation in the 18th and 19th century impacted on real lives Register here www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/voices-for...
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Listen to the FWP Chair of Trustees Edmund Hall and Chief Executive Peter Gibson talk to Ian Dale at LBC Radio on the eve of 100 days to go to the deadline for applying for reparations for those impacted by the UK Armed Forces gay ban 1967-2000 youtu.be/yvPjyrI8uUs?...
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
@cyrenians.bsky.social are running wellbeing events for members of the LGBTQ+ community with a military connection Events are in their Linburn walled garden, just outside of Edinburgh To book a spot people email veterans@cyrenians.scot Visit our events pages www.fightingwithpride.org.uk/events/
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Just 100 days left! Did the Armed Forces LGBT Ban 1967 to 2000 impact you? The deadline for applying for recognition is 23:59 12 Dec 2026 Don’t leave it too late affectedbytheban.campaign.gov.uk www.fightingwithpride.org.uk/reparations/ #BattleForLostVeterasn2026 #LGBTBan #ArmedForcesGayBan
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
We're delighted to welcome Beckie Smith to our team of Community Workers to support those in the South East Beckie, a WRNS veteran, joins us thanks to the generous funding of @rnrmc.bsky.social #BattleForLostVeterans2026 Find out about Beckie here www.fightingwithpride.org.uk/who-we-are/o...
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
We're shortlised!! We're delighted to announce that FWP has been shortlisted not once, but twice,as a finalist for this year's LGBTQ+ Defence Awards for the LGBTQ+ Network or Initiative of the Year Thanks to all who've supported & been a part of our journey #LGBTQDefenceAwards
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
3 FWP veterans & VCW Gulliver Ralston spoke with Ben Coleman MP (Chelsea and Fulham) about the #BattleForLostVeterans2026 For a Veterans Outreach picnic at the Royal Hospital Chelsea, with over 400 veterans #LAFN @thepoppyfactory.bsky.social @chelfulhamben.bsky.social #RoyalHospitalChelsea
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Join FWP for the 2026 RBL Remembrance Sunday Cenotaph Parade - 8 November 2026 Sign up here www.fightingwithpride.org.uk/events/natio...
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Approaching just 4 months to go for the deadline to apply for reparations, both financial and non-financial. Its now more Important than ever to get this message out there. #BattleForLostveterans2026 www.instagram.com/reel/Dbn9nZm...
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olivermorgs on Instagram: "As we zoom towards the end of the year, for #LGBT #Veterans, there’s not much time left until the Financial Recognition Scheme clos…"
As we zoom towards the end of the year, for #LGBT #Veterans, there’s not much time left until the Financial Recognition Scheme closes.Last month, it was a pleasure catching up with @carlaustinbehan for @fightingwithpride - who explained a little about his story in #Manchester, and why this scheme is so important ❤️Here’s the web link for @hitsradiouk Pride: https://www.hellorayo.co.uk/hits-radio-pride/station/on-air/lgbtq-veterans-urged-to-claim-financial-recognition-over-historic-ban@hitsradionews #BattleForLostVeterans2026 #FightingWithPride
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Join us at Manchester Village Pride on Saturday 29th August! We’re looking for Fighting With Pride supporters to be part of our team and walk with us in the Pride Parade. To sign up, use this link forms.monday.com/forms/979b6f... #Pride #BattleForLostVeterans2026
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
FWP was at Dumfries House in Ayrshire with The King's Foundation and BRAVEHOUND Gulliver spoke to the audience about the #financialrecognitionscheme & the #battleforlostveterans2026, before judging the category of 'Best Sausage Catcher' in the Veterans Dog Show Photos by Jamie Simpson.
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
FWP veterans are invited to join with fellow veterans from across the Armed Forces at the 4th Annual Picnic in the grounds of the historic @RHChelsea with The Chelsea Pensioners on Thursday 13 August. More details and to book www.fightingwithpride.org.uk/events/royal...
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Fighting with Pride with The Chelsea Pensioners Fighting with Pride was at #RoyalHospitalChelsea on Thursday, where Gulliver spoke with staff, Chelsea Pensioners, and visiting veterans about the Financial Recognition Scheme and the #BattleForLostVeterans2026 #LAFN
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
You still have 1 week to place your order for a Stainless Steel Panel with the words from the LGBT+ Armed Forces Community Memorial, "An Opened Letter" You can also order Artist Prints of the words with golden highlights. Use this link wkf.ms/4eRx7Bv
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
#Glyndebourne genrously gave seats for some veterans to an evening at the opera, Britten's #BillyBudd Life under suspicion, forbidden desire, innocence punished, institutional failure, and the human cost of moral compromise. It was a powerful evening of friendship, solidarity, & discussion.
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Join us at Brighton Pride on Saturday 1st August! We’re looking for volunteers to be part of our team and walk with us in the Pride Parade. To sign up, use this Brighton Pride – Register here forms.monday.com/forms/c965cc... #Volunteering #Pride
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
Fighting With Pride (FWP) is looking for an outstanding regionally focused LGBTQ+ Veterans Community Worker to support our LGBTQ+ veterans covering the South East region Full details and how to apply can be found here www.fightingwithpride.org.uk/fwp-recruitm...
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
14th July we held a reception for the FWP Wall of Honour at @queerbritain.bsky.social 11 of the 16 featured individuals were present #BattleForLostVeterans2026 The piece is in place until end of December Thanks to QB team & all who attended, especially our featured veterans & serving personnel
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
FWP joins Dumfries House Dog Show in support of Armed Forces Day by Bravehound & The King's Foundation . It’s free to attend, £5 for parking. If you are able to attend and would like some time to speak with one of our VCWs, please email gulliver.ralston@fightingwithpride.org.uk
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
We're delighted to announce that FWP has been shortlisted as a finalist for the Community Organisation (LGBT Award) within the @ndawards! #NDA26 We’re incredibly proud to be recognised for the life changing work our team delivers. Wish us luck! www.nationaldiversityawards.co.uk/awards-2026/...
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
Fighting With Pride (FWP) is looking for an outstanding regionally focused LGBTQ+ Veterans Community Worker to support our LGBTQ+ veterans covering the South East region Full details and how to apply can be found here www.fightingwithpride.org.uk/fwp-recruitm...
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
We have great pleasure in welcoming current serving RAF officer Jordan Stafford-Boutwood to our board of trustees. It is excellent to get more current serving expertise from our community on our board. www.fightingwithpride.org.uk/who-we-are/o...
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
#LGBTAFCM #BattleForLostVeterans2026 A3 stainless steel, laser cut panel of the words of, 'An Opened Letter' is now available to order along with an A3 art print of the words with gilded lettering. #Love #Strength #Pride #Solidarity Scan the QR or click wkf.ms/4eRx7Bv Orders close 31 July 2026
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Pride Month's been busy for us with the Community Dedication & launch of the #battleforlostveterans2026 The inbox is full of news, opportunities, updates & events so we've gathered them on a newsletter for our mailing list If you're not on the list, you can see it here mailchi.mp/fightingwith...
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Great support from former Armed Forces Minister & former Veterans Minster Al Carns MP raising awareness of our #BattleForLostVeterans2026 @stonewalluk.bsky.social #RBL @helpforheroes.bsky.social @ssafaofficial.bsky.social @armybenevolentfund.bsky.social #RAFBF @rnrmc.bsky.social
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
On Armed Forces Day recognising and supporting ALL members of the Armed Forces Community past and present. Fighting With Pride is here for our family today and every day! #ArmedForcesDay2026 #battleforlostveterans2026
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
A dedication FOR the Community, BY the Community A powerful & emotional piece. 'Dirt In A Pot', a song written by veteran & artist David Tovey, performed by Suzie Mac & her incredibly beautiful voice! We have selected some of the fantastic pictures taken on the day and set them to the track
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
#BattleForLostVeterans2026 At the Community Dedication for the LGBT+ Armed Forces Community Memorial, FWP launched our campaign Battle For Lost Veterans Less than 6 months to go for the Financial Recognition Scheme & an estimated 1,000 LGBTQ+ veterans who've not yet applied #NoOneLeftBehind
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
🌈 VETERANS PRIDE – Friday 24 July 2026 📍 HMS Eaglet, Liverpool 🕕 18:00 – 23:55 Join us for a special evening bringing together LGBTQIA+ Veterans, Serving Personnel, and Allies to reflect, recognise and celebrate shared experiences. 🎟 Tickets: £20 via OutSavvy www.outsavvy.com/event/30952/...
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
Today FWP, with the support of RBL held our Community Dedication An emotionally charged day Thanks to all who took part & all who attended Share your personal memory of your experience today lgbt-armed-forces-memorial.uk/reflections/... Watch the recording youtube.com/live/frTUTFe...
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
On Sat 20 June, we return to the LGBT+ Armed Forces Community memorial to dedicate it as a community, just as Lord Etherton envisioned in his recommendations. Livestream details: 10:45 - 12:15 Saturday 20th www.youtube.com/live/frTUTFe...
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Join us at Liverpool Pride on Saturday 25th July! We’re looking for volunteers to be part of our team on the day, whether that’s helping on our community stall or walking with us in the Pride Parade. Sign up here forms.monday.com/forms/3325d5... #Volunteering #Pride
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Our partner @thepoppyfactory.bsky.social has opportunities for LGBTQ+ veterans wanting to get back into work. A course designed to provide veterans with practical support & guidance for the workplace. Register your interest via their webpage Poppy Pathways www.poppyfactory.org/poppy-pathwa...
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 13/06/2026
6 MONTHS TO GO!!! Applications for both the non-financial restorative measures and the Financial Recognition Scheme close at 23:59 on 12th December 2026 #BattleForLostVeterans #NoOneLeftBehind Contact FWP for help (Timings in video correct as at 23:29 on 12th June 2026)
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
FWP has great pleasure in announcing the public opening of our Wall of Honour installation The space has been kindly donated by @queerbritain.bsky.social Granary Square, London. The display will be in place until Jan 2027 as part of the Battle for Lost Veterans. queerbritain.org.uk
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Ian McIver has finished his 1,155 mile cycle ride fundraising for FWP! He cycled into @rafmuseum.bsky.social London as part of their Pride In Service day You can still donate www.justgiving.com/page/ian-mci... Why did he do it docs.google.com/document/d/1... #PrideInService #LGBTQPlus #Veterans
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
Day 11 of Ian McIver's 1,100 mile cycle ride raising funds for FWP! Donate lnkd.in/eAxFD9wn See why he is doing it lnkd.in/euEPv-z6 Book to join events at the RAF Museum London on 31st May lnkd.in/eQssAXVH Sign up to volunteer with FWP on 31st May at the museum lnkd.in/e3QW8YKd
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Saturday 20th June- Fighting With Pride is hosting a community dedication event at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire. We are looking for volunteers to welcome guests on the day. If you are interested, please register by 5 Jun forms.monday.com/forms/5db320...
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Support Fighting With Pride at events this summer We're attending a number of events over the next few months. To register your interest in joining us, go to our regional events page where you can find these events, & more, to sign up for or attend www.fightingwithpride.org.uk/event-type/r...
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
The HoC Public Accounts Committee need your help! A survey into how government compensation & financial recognition schemes are set up & administered The survey closes 23:59. Wednesday 10 June 2026 Link to survey: forms.office.com/e/bWjSayS8gt More details here: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Day 9 of Ian McIver's 1,100 mile cycle ride raising funds for FWP! Donate lnkd.in/eAxFD9wn See why he is doing it lnkd.in/euEPv-z6 Book to join events at the RAF Museum London on 31st May lnkd.in/eQssAXVH Sign up to volunteer with FWP on 31st May at the museum lnkd.in/e3QW8YKd
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Day 8 of Ian McIver's 1,100 mile cycle ride raising funds for FWP! Donate lnkd.in/eAxFD9wn See why he is doing it lnkd.in/euEPv-z6 Book to join events at the RAF Museum London on 31st May lnkd.in/eQssAXVH Sign up to volunteer with FWP on 31st May at the museum lnkd.in/e3QW8YKd
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Join us at Brecon Pride on Saturday 25th July 2026 Are you based in Mid Wales? We’re looking for volunteers to be part of our team and walk with us in the Pride Parade. To sign up, use this link. forms.monday.com/forms/02f545... #Volunteering #Pride
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Fighting With Pride @fightingwithpride.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Join us at Cardiff Pride on Saturday 13th June 2026! Are you based in South Wales? We’re looking for volunteers to be part of our team and walk with us in the Pride Parade. To sign up, use this link. forms.monday.com/forms/d013f8... #Volunteering #Pride
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