Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 19/05/2026We know everyone is eager for us to reopen, and we'll be trying as hard as we can to be back for our community as soon as possible. Keep following here for further updates, and we'll see you all again very soon! 000
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 19/05/2026We've hit a few hurdles and need some more time to get the hub up and running. We don't think we can get the hub ready for 4th June now, so we're cancelling the relaunch event to make sure we have more time to get things set up right. 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 20/03/2026We are aware that The Proud Trust is recruiting for a new building and events manager, and it is our sincere hope that this new member of staff is given the freedom to shape this space for the benefit of the people it was built for. 000
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 20/03/2026At the same time, we were recording impact and outcomes which the Proud Trust could have used to secure funding, thereby guaranteeing a future for the LGBT+ Centre. 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 20/03/2026Queer Unity Hub offered a sustainable model which would have helped to generate funding for the building whilst serving the community; we were willing to work for free, giving hundreds of volunteer hours a month. 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 20/03/2026- Told us that we would have to pay upwards of £2,800 per month to hire the space for our normal operations going forward - significantly more than the £500 a month donation we had agreed to for December and January. 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 20/03/2026- Not shared their policies with us, which we asked for so that we could avoid situations like this in the future. 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 20/03/2026- Not even acknowledged our offer to participate in team-building activities to help build positive communication between our teams going forward. - Only agreed to “consider” re-instating the sharps bin that they removed from the building. 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 20/03/2026- Criticised the fact that we are transparent with our community, framing this as “attempting to apply external pressure”. - Threatened yet another “investigation” (on a topic not disclosed). 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 20/03/2026- Chosen to impose formal investigation/complaints procedures to deal with minor issues which could easily have been resolved with friendly conversation. - Not provided evidence of any significant wrongdoing by Queer Unity Hub or our team. 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 20/03/2026which has unfortunately been the pattern of this attempted collaboration. In response to the last email we sent to them (which we previously shared here), The Proud Trust has: - Not explained why we had to suspend operations when all other community groups could continue. 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 20/03/2026Although we have given them many opportunities to do so, The Proud Trust (who manages the building) has refused to engage positively with us, and has repeatedly shown us that their values do not align with ours. We can no longer subject our volunteers to the stress, uncertainty and harassment... 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 20/03/2026Following on from our previous statement and in line with our core principle of transparency, we would like to give a summary of some of the reasons why we have decided to no longer operate from the Sidney Street LGBT+ Centre (also known as “The Proud Place”). 110
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 20/03/2026Thank you so much to everyone who supported us, met with us, or just came and shared in our space. We could not have done any of this without you. Our community deserves a warm, safe and free home, and we will keep trying to build it. 7/7 000
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 20/03/2026As ever we are very open to hearing your views, and you can contact us at QUH@QueerUnityHub.org. In line with our principle of transparency, we will be publishing more information about our departure soon, and also hopefully around our plans for the future. 6/7 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 20/03/2026To our community: We cannot begin to say how sorry we are that we can no longer to provide the services you need, or offer the welcoming home we once did. The 7 weeks QUH operated were some of the most fulfilling ever had by our team, and we are dedicated to building this again in a new place. 5/7 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 20/03/2026...especially the most marginalised. We strongly encourage the board and senior management of The Proud Trust to reflect on this outcome and consider what mistakes were made and what lessons could be learned. 4/7 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 20/03/2026...and live chat operators, who provide incredible support to LGBTQ+ young people and for whom we have the utmost respect. However, as custodians of Manchester’s LGBT+ Centre, the Proud Trust has failed in its responsibility to ensure the building serves the whole community... 3/7 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 20/03/2026 We will share a summary of the details shared at the Stakeholder Meeting, and the reasons for this decision, in a separate post. It’s important to note that we do not question the need for the Proud Trust’s youth services or the dedication and skill of their brilliant youth workers... 2/7 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 20/03/2026We are deeply saddened to let you know that, following a unanimous decision made at a Stakeholder Meeting with our community, Queer Unity Hub will no longer be operating from the Manchester LGBT+ centre on Sidney Street, otherwise known as “The Proud Place”. 1/7 130
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 18/02/2026📍 Join us at Manchester Museum in the Top Floor Classroom at 2pm on Saturday 28th February. Open to all members of Manchester's LGBTQ+ Community and allies. 000
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 18/02/2026📣 Now more than ever we need to hear what you want, what you need, and what you think. We're holding another Stakeholder meeting to discuss the future of Queer Unity Hub, hear your views, and make sure that our community has a home that meets its needs. 111
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 10/02/2026We received an acknowledgement to that email but we haven't yet had a response. For transparency, we are now sharing that email here. Since reading text from an image is either difficult or impossible for some people, so you can find a link to a plain text version of the email in our linktree. 000
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 10/02/2026Two weeks ago, The Proud Trust asked us to stop operating, pending an investigation into some items which were found in the space. One item (a sharps bin in the toilets) was placed there by us. The other items were not. A week ago, we sent them an email, asking for a response by today. 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 10/02/2026Oh, friends. This isn't the post we wanted to bring you today. We were very much hoping that we'd be able to tell you that we would be back to normal operations tomorrow, but unfortunately that won't be happening. 110
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 06/02/2026We will let you know as soon as we have any updates, but in the meantime, if you need support (however small), please drop us a line on queerunityhub@gmail.com and we'll see what we can do to help. 000
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 06/02/2026We are still working behind the scenes with The Proud Trust, with the aim of getting Queer Unity Hub back open as soon as we possibly can. However, we unfortunately will not be operating on Sunday 7th February. 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 04/02/2026In the meantime, please do contact us by email on queerunityhub@gmail.com if you need any support during our temporary closure. 000
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 04/02/2026We're hopeful that we'll have some positive news for you soon. We know how disappointing this is for all of our visitors, volunteers and supporters, but we just want to let you know that we as a team are doing everything we can to ensure the future of Queer Unity Hub. 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 04/02/2026This is just a quick post to let you all know that we've not yet been given permission to reopen. We contacted The Proud Trust yesterday, to let them know why we believe Queer Unity Hub is so important, and suggest some small steps that we could all take towards getting us back up and running. 110
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 28/01/2026Our team of volunteers remain committed to the QUH project, because we know how much it is needed, and how big of a difference it has already made to people’s lives in less than two months. We will continue to be transparent with you throughout this process. 000
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 28/01/2026We have requested an urgent meeting with the management and trustees of The Proud Trust to discuss how to move forward, and address ongoing issues of hostility towards our organisation and volunteers. 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 28/01/20262) Some medication was found in a storage space of the community lounge. It is unknown who left this, but The Proud Trust’s management has stated (without evidence, and in spite of the fact that QUH are not the most recent users of the space) that “in all probability that this QUH related activity”. 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 28/01/2026infection control protocol by our core team, for the safety of all building users. The Proud Trust have objected to us providing a sharps bin. 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 28/01/20261) On opening in December, we placed a sharps bin in the toilets in order to provide safe disposal of medical supplies for our community, as is common in the majority of community centres. It is important to note that the bin was being managed professionally and in line with... 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 28/01/2026As we agreed at our stakeholder meeting recently, one of our key principles is transparency, and therefore we believe it is right that we share the reasons we have been given. These are as follows: 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 12/01/2026We're back to our regular hours from this week. Come down, hang out and get some delicious and wholesome hot food! We've got comfy chairs, free-flowing tea and coffee, board games and wifi. Everything you need to make yourself feel at home! We can't wait to see you. 010
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 09/01/2026Here's some of the headline numbers from our first month of operations! We've sent out a stakeholder report this week, sharing some updates from the hub, so we thought we'd share some of the highlights here too. If you want to read the full report, just click the link in our bio. 021
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 07/01/2026EVERYONE WELCOME! If you're interested in what we're doing here at Queer Unity Hub & you want to help us grow & thrive, we'd love to see you at our community stakeholder event. You can expect group discussions, round-table chats and (very importantly) some really delicious and wholesome hot food! 000
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 05/01/2026BACK SOON! Queer Unity Hub is taking a week off. We'll be back to our usual opening hours (Weds & Sat, 11am-7pm) from next week! 000
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 02/01/2026FREE HOT FOOD is what we're all about! If you want to help us keep serving up delicious and wholesome plates to Manchester's queer community every week, check out our new Patreon. Please do share this with your friends who might be looking for a new good cause to support in the new year ❤️ 021
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 31/12/2025Sending you all love, strength and solidarity for 2026! We'll be open again on Saturday 3rd January, and then we're gonna be taking a little break to rest and recuperate, ready to face the next year and all it brings. We're open again for our community & stakeholder meeting on Sunday 11th Jan! 010
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 31/12/2025Thank you to everyone who came down for our big queer festive feast, and to all of you who donated to our fundraiser - we couldn't do it without you! 000
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 21/12/2025If you still want to donate, you absolutely can - the crowdfunder is still open. Any extra money will help us make the day even better, and fund future events. If you want to donate something physical (like Christmas cards or cosy socks), keep an eye out for our festive gift drive. 000
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 21/12/2025You did it! Manchester queers - we love you! Our Christmas Dinner is now fully funded, meaning we're going to be able to welcome 50 people at Queer Unity Hub on Christmas Day for a delicious dinner. And don't worry - we got plenty of sprouts from Unicorn! 111
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 19/12/2025p.s. There are still tickets available for Christmas day! Just register yourself via the link in our bio so we know to expect you, and can make sure your dietary needs are catered to. 000
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 19/12/2025You'll find the link to our fundraiser in our linktree and every single penny will help. Don't worry if you can't spare any cash right now, though - just telling your friends about the event and the fundraiser massively helps us to reach our target too! 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 19/12/2025But everything we're doing here at Queer Unity Hub is truly only possible with the support of all you folks. Our community café is completely volunteer-run, and donations from folks like you mean we can keep serving delicious, wholesome and FREE food every week. 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 19/12/2025We're serving up a delicious Christmas dinner to fifty people – including some folks who don't feel safe going home to family for Christmas this year, who might be facing Christmas alone, or may not be able to afford a big dinner. 100
Queer Unity Hub @queerunityhub.bsky.social · 19/12/2025CHRISTMAS ANGELS NEEDED! Can you help us raise £500 to fund our big queer festive feast on Christmas day? [ID] Donate to support our big queer festive feast. Help us raise £500 to feed 50 people on Christmas day! 100
