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TransActual @transactualuk.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

TransActual partnered with @scottishtrans.bsky.social and @transsolidarity.bsky.social to bring messages from this month’s Mass Lobby for Trans Equality to the Labour conference in Liverpool, and to ask the party: what now for our standing on LGBTQ+ rights?

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

We are saddened to hear about the racist and Islamophobic attacks in Leith, Edinburgh at the weekend, which began near a local mosque and spread into other parts of the community. You can read our full statement here: www.equality-network.org/statement-fo...

Graphic which reads "Statement following the racist, Islamophobic attacks in Leith" above the Equality Network and Scottish Trans logos

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Neil Mackay @neilmackay.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Why Tip Toe is the TV show this broken, divided & hate-filled country needs right now Alan Cumming and Russell T Davies have done us all a great service with this state-of the nation drama dissecting the rise of extremism & its dreadful effects on the LGBT community In @heraldscotland.bsky.social

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Why Alan Cumming's Tip Toe is the TV show we need right now

The new Channel 4 drama about homophobic hatred and the rise of extremism by Russell T Davies is one of the great TV series of the last decade, our…

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Equality Network and Scottish Trans strongly condemn the racist protests that took place in Scotland this week, and others that took place across the UK. We strongly support BEMIS' statement, and agree that this violent, behaviour should have no place in Scotland: bemis.org.uk/statement-on...

Graphic with green to blue gradient background. It says "Equality Network and Scottish Trans strongly condemn the racist protests that took place in Scotland this week, and others that took place across the UK." The Scottish Trans and Equality Network logos are at the bottom.

Graphic with green to blue gradient background. It says "We stand in solidarity with all migrants, people of colour, Black, minority ethnic and faith communities across the UK. We stand against fascism, racism, xenophobia and anti-migrant violence and rhetoric." The Scottish Trans and Equality Network logos are at the bottom.

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Scottish Trans @scottishtrans.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

"I think it does actually mean a lot to trans people like me that these MPs have come forward and said, in the face of a Supreme Court judgment, in the face of a piece of government approved statutory guidance: No, we don't think this is right. We think the law should work in a different way."

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Scottish Trans @scottishtrans.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

After taking a few days to read and process the EHRC’s new Code of Practice we have produced an in-depth summary of its changes & what we believe they mean for trans people & organisations who wish to be inclusive. You can read it in full on our website here: www.scottishtrans.org/supreme-cour...

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Scottish Trans @scottishtrans.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

The UK Minister for Equalities has laid the EHRC’s Code of Practice for Services, Public Functions and Associations before UK Parliament. You can find it here: www.gov.uk/government/p... We will be taking time to read it thoroughly before we share our thoughts. More details in the thread below:

Graphic which reads "EHRC's Code of Practices for Services has been released" above the Equality Network and Scottish Trans logos

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Today marks 50 years since the UK ratified the United Nations International Covenant on Economic Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR) To read more on our website, visit: www.equality-network.org/50-year-anni...

Graphic with a pink to blue gradient background. It says "Today marks 50 years since the UK ratified the United Nations International Covenant on Economic Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR)" The Scottish Trans and Equality Network logos are at the bottom.

Graphic with a pink to blue background. It says "ICESCR is an important treaty for the protection of LGBTQIA+ human rights. It includes rights to: fair working conditions; social security; an adequate standard of living (including food, clothing, housing and living conditions); health; education and participation in sports."

Graphic with a pink to blue background. It says "Despite the UK signing up 50 years ago, LGBTQIA+ people still face various barriers to having our ICESCR human rights realised. We still face discrimination at work, poor living standards, poor mental health outcomes and little to no access to trans healthcare. "

Graphic with a pink to blue background. It says "The Scottish Government has previously committed to bringing these rights into Scots Law through a Human Rights Scotland Bill to strengthen their protection in Scotland. We hope a Bill will be presented in the new Scottish Parliament as soon as possible to ensure LGBTQIA+ people can rely on their rights in court, challenge decisions and hold those in positions of power to account for not making our rights a reality."

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Email your MSPs and let them know your priorities and hopes for what Scottish Parliament can do for the LGBTQIA+ community over the next 5 years. Link for LGBTQIA+ people: equalrecognition.eaction.org.uk/newparliamen... Link for allies: equalrecognition.eaction.org.uk/newparliamen...

Graphic with a background of wavy stripes in the colours of the main elected parties in the Scottish Parliament. On the right side there is a drawing of a pole with two direction signs on it, both pointing right. The top sign says "New Parliament," and the bottom sign says "New Possibilities". In a white box below it says "Email your MSPs to tell them what the LGBTQIA+ community needs!". The Equality Network and Scottish Trans logos are at the bottom.

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

We are concerned by the nature of the media attention focused on the election of Dr Q Manivannan to the Scottish Parliament at the recent election.

Purple text on pink background reads "Statement on Responses to Election of Dr Q Manivannan"

it has the logos of the Young Women's Movement, Scottish Trans, Equality Network, LGBT Youth Scotland, Inclusion Scotland, CRER, Equal Representation Coalition, LGBT Health and Wellbeing, CEMVO, Elect Her, and Engender

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

The election is over, and a new parliament is setting up at Holyrood. Equality Network and Scottish Trans are looking forward to working with MSPs who wish to make Scotland a better place for LGBTQIA+ people, and all marginalised people, over the next five years.

Graphic with a pink to dark blue gradient background. It says "Statement following the 2026 Scottish Parliament Election". The Equality Network and Scottish Trans logos are at the bottom

Graphic with a pink to dark blue gradient background. It says "The last five years has seen political debate about LGBTQIA+ people, particularly trans people, using our communities for political point scoring. We hope for better.
As we said in our joint Scottish LGBTQIA+ Manifesto 2026-2031, we believe it is the duty of all MSPs, no matter which party, to emphasise the importance of human rights and a respect for the fundamental dignity of all members of society. We should have a parliament that leads for everyone.". The Equality Network and Scottish Trans logos are at the bottom

Graphic with a pink to dark blue gradient background. It says "We are very glad to see the election of Scotland’s first ever trans and non-binary MSPs, and an increase in the number of out LGBTQIA+ people and women of colour in the chamber.
While MSPs represent so much more than their identities, we still believe it’s vitally important for our democracy to have diverse decision makers who represent all of the people of Scotland, especially when political power has historically been held in the hands of a small number of people.". The Equality Network and Scottish Trans logos are at the bottom

Graphic with a pink to dark blue gradient background. It says "We stand ready to hold MSPs to account when it comes to representing the interests of and advancing the rights of LGBTQIA+ people across Scotland, and look forward to making the positive case for improving LGBTQIA+ people’s lives over the next five years.". The Equality Network and Scottish Trans logos are at the bottom

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Pride in Our Community 2026 takes place in just a few weeks, and we are so excited to see you there! Join us on the 16th May, 11am-4pm on Leith Links in Leith, Edinburgh. 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈

Graphic with a purple background. There are illustrations around the edge that look like stickers, of different pride symbols, hearts, stars and fruit. In the top right corner, in a green box it says "16th May - 11am-4pm Leith Links, Edinburgh".
In the centre it says "PRIDE in our Community! Pride for ALL" At the bottom in a purple box are the Equality Network, Scottish Trans, Disabled Queer Edinburgh and Exhale Group logos.

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Scottish Trans @scottishtrans.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Today, the UK Minister for Equalities and the EHRC have both released updates on the EHRC’s Code of Practice for services. The EHRC was updating the Code following last year’s UK Supreme Court ruling on the meaning of “sex” in the Equality Act 2010. www.scottishtrans.org/the-ehrc-sub...

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Maggie Chapman (she/her) @maggiechapman.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Difficult, but important conversations were had at the hustings last night. I and the Scottish Greens will always fight for the rights LGBTQ+ community, and stand up against those who oppose equality. Thanks to Kez Dugdale for

Maggie is standing under an image of all of the organisations logos, in a lineup with the hustings candidates and chair.

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Kaukab Stewart @kaukabstewart.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Pleased to represent the @snp.org at last night's @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social hustings, reaffirming that our ban on conversion practices is ready to go in year 1 of the next parliament if re-elected 🏳️‍🌈

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Last night, we coordinated the LGBTQIA+ Hustings in Glasgow ahead of the Scottish Parliament Elections on the 7th of May. We did this in partnership with LEAP Sports, LGBT Youth Scotland, and LGBT Health and Wellbeing.

A photo showing five people standing in front of a projector screen saying "Holyrood 2026 LGBTQIA+ Hustings" and displays a large QR code under the word "Manifesto” Logos for the Equality Network, Scottish Trans, LGBT Health and Wellbeing, LEAP Sports, and LGBT Youth Scotland are at the bottom of the screen.

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

In our manifesto, we are asking parties to commit to ensuring that LGBTQIA+ people are a key group of consideration when developing policy and practice related to improving living standards. To read more about our manifesto, visit: www.equality-network.org/wp-content/u...

Graphic with a green background. At the top it says "Spotlight: Fairer Society". There is a drawing of some houses on the right side. It says: "We call on MSPs to: Consider LGBTQIA+ people in all policy and practice related to living standards and improving life in Scotland". At the bottom is a white banner, it says:
"Scottish LGBTQIA+ Manifesto 2026-2031". The logos for Equality Network, Scottish Trans, Leap Sports, LGBT Youth Scotland and LGBT Health and Wellbeing are on the right side.

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

We were so proud to celebrate two of our incredible partners, Lucas from Queer Disabled Edinburgh and Mahasin from exhale.group, on Saturday at the Christina Mckelvie Ball, where they were inaugural nominees for the Equality in Action Award.

At the top is a picture of three people. Ruth from Equality Network has long black wavy hair and is wearing a long black satin dress with long sleeves. Lucas from Queer Disabled Edinburgh is wearing a black shirt and a patterned tie, they have a moustache and small beard, and a bald head. Mahasin from exhale has medium length curly hair and is wearing a long lilac dress with multiple chunky and decorative necklaces. They are all standing in front of a mirrored wall and are smiling. At the bottom is a picture of a round table with lots of place settings, each one has a leaflet about the awards, with a black and white picture of christina mckelvie, a smiling woman with short blonde hair, on them.

A picture of a powerpoint slide on a projector screen. It says 'Christina McKelvie Equality in Action award' "Inaugural Shortlist - Lucas Honey, Tara Lillis, Mahasin Ahmed, Nicola Fisher, Lorraine Glass, Trans Pride Scotland Committee, Melina Valdelivere, Natalie Mane"

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

Our voices should be heard this election.

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Scottish Trans @scottishtrans.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

We had such an amazing time at Trans Pride Scotland on Saturday! It was wonderful to stand in solidarity, community and joy with a really great crowd of folks. A huge thank you to the organisers, the speakers and everyone that came along!

A picture of the crowd at trans pride Scotland, looking towards the Scottish Parliament. There are lots of waving trans flags in the air.

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

One of our LGBTQIA+ election manifesto asks is for all parties to commit to ending conversion practices in their entirety through legislation and non-legislative support measures. www.equality-network.org/wp-content/u...

Graphic with an orange background. At the top it says "Spotlight: Equal Society". There is a drawing of a set of judgement scales on the right side. It says: We call on MSPs to: End conversion practices in Scotland". At the bottom is a white banner, it says:
"Scottish LGBTQIA+ Manifesto 2026-2031". The logos for Equality Network, Scottish Trans, Leap Sports, LGBT Youth Scotland and LGBT Health and Wellbeing are on the right side.

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

There's one week to go until the LGBTQIA+ Hustings for the upcoming Scottish Parliament Elections 🏳️‍🌈 Join us at the Social Hub Glasgow on 9th April at 7pm to ask questions of potential future elected reps & have them set out positions on issues that matter to us. www.outsavvy.com/event/34229/...

A rectangular image with a soft yellow background and progress pride flag and logos for Equality Network, Scottish Trans, LGBT Health & Wellbeing, LEAP Sports, and LGBT Youth Scotland. The text reads “One week to go! Holyrood 2026 LGBTQIA+ Hustings 9 April 2026 7pm The Social Hub 15 Candleriggs Glasgow G1 1TQ”.

A graphic divided into five sections. The first section is green, it says "Maggie Chapman (Scottish Greens). There is a picture of Maggie, she is smiling, wearing rectangular glasses and a rainbow lanyard, she has short grey hair. The second section is red, it says "Paul O'Kane (Scottish Labour). There is a picture of Paul, he is smiling and wearing thin, round glasses and a suit, standing in front of a forest landscape. The third section is orange, it says "Caron Lindsay (Scottish Liberal Democrats)". There is a picture of Caron, she is smiling and has long wavy ginger hair and a fringe. The fourth section is turquoise, it says "Kim Schmullian (Reform)". There is a picture of Kim, she has straight light brown hair and is wearing a black turtleneck, standing in front of a plant. The fifth section is yellow. It says "Kaukab Stewart (Scottish National Party)". There is a picture of Kaukab, she is wearing a white blazer and has long grey hair, standing in front of marble stairs.

Graphic with a purple background. It says "The hustings will be chaired by Kezia Dugdale" "Kezia is the Associate Director of the Centre for Public Policy and a Professor of Practice in Public Service at the University of Glasgow. She is also the chair of Shelter Scotland, and a director of the Electoral Reform Committee.

Having served as an MSP and Leader of Scottish Labour in the past, she is no longer affiliated to any political party." In the top right is a picture of Kezia Dugdale, she is standing in front of a white brick wall. She is smiling, has a dark brown bob and is wearing a red blazer over a white top.

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Scottish Trans @scottishtrans.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

This Trans Day of Visibility, we want to make visible the ongoing barriers that trans and non-binary people in Scotland can face – and what we think decision-makers like local and national governments, parliament, service providers, and public bodies need to do to improve our lives.

Graphic with hearts organised in the trans flag colours. It says "Trans Day of Visibility 2026" The Scottish Trans and Equality Network logos are at the bottom.

Graphic with an orange background. In the top left corner is a line drawing of a tent. In a white box it says "23% of trans and non-binary people we heard from had been homeless at some point – compared to 8% of the general population. 1% were currently homeless."

Graphic with a purple background. In the top left corner is a line drawing of a person wearing a shirt and tie. In a white box it says "38% of trans and non-binary people we heard from were currently unemployed, with just over a quarter (25%) having been unemployed for the past 5 years.

Full time workers we heard from had a lower median earning that the general population."

Graphic with a green background. In a white box it says "Only 40% of trans and non-binary people rated the care provided by their GP as “excellent” or “good” compared to 66% of the general population." In the bottom right corner is a line illustration of a heart with a plus symbol on top of it.

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

We're excited to announce 'Pride in Our Community', in partnership with Disabled Queer Edinburgh & Exhale.group 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️💓 This is a space for us to strengthen community, share in our collective joy & anger & demand better. This pride is for ALL. 16th May, 11am-4pm on Leith Links in Leith, Edinburgh

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Since the last election, we've experienced a rising anti-LGBTQIA+ climate in Scotland - particularly in relation to trans & non-binary people. We face an increasingly polarized world where our existence is repeatedly called into question, & our identities are used for political & media point scoring

Graphic with a pink background. It says "Leading for everyone" at the top in bold letters. Underneath is a picture of a waving progress pride flag. Then it says "Read more:" with an arrow pointing to the right. At the bottom is a white banner which says "Scottish LGBTQIA+ Manifesto 2026-2031". The logos for Equality Network, Scottish Trans, Leap Sports, LGBT Youth Scotland and LGBT Health and Wellbeing are on the right side.

Graphic with a pink background. It says "Since the last election, we have experienced a rising and toxic anti-LGBTQIA+ climate in Scotland. This is particularly in relation to trans and non-binary people.

As a community, LGBTQIA+ people continue to bear the brunt of an increasingly polarised world where our existence is repeatedly called into question, and our identities are used for political point scoring.

The responsibility for tackling these challenges sits with all of our elected representatives. While parliament and politics should be a setting for forthright and frank debate, it should not come at the expense of the humanity of the people that find themselves at the heart of the debates." There is an arrow pointing to the right. At the bottom is a white banner which has the logos for Equality Network, Scottish Trans, Leap Sports, LGBT Youth Scotland and LGBT Health and Wellbeing.

Graphic with a pink background. It says "We call on all MSPs to: Emphasise the importance of universal human rights and respect the fundamental dignity of all members of society, even those we disagree with or who live different lives to us. And to:" There is an arrow pointing to the right. At the bottom is a white banner which has the logos for Equality Network, Scottish Trans, Leap Sports, LGBT Youth Scotland and LGBT Health and Wellbeing.

Graphic with a pink background. It says "Integrate these principles into all areas of their parliamentary, portfolio and constituency work

Champion these values when debating and discussing policy, when voting on legislation and making public statements

Demonstrate how it is in Scotland’s best interests to ensure everyone feels invested in their own rights and the rights of others

Ensure these principles are held even in difficult times, or when human rights are framed as contentious

Treat all colleagues and constituents with respect, dignity and courtesy"

At the bottom is a white banner which has the logos for Equality Network, Scottish Trans, Leap Sports, LGBT Youth Scotland and LGBT Health and Wellbeing.

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Scotland has been working on ending conversion practices since the End Conversion Therapy petition was passed to the Parliament’s Equalities and Human Rights Committee in 2020. In January 2022, with Joe FitzPatrick as convener, the committee made strong recommendations for how to do this right.

Graphic with a pink to purple gradient background. It says "LGBTQIA+ people are not broken. End conversion practices now." The Equality Network and Scottish Trans logos are at the bottom.

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Today we’re launching our LGBTQIA+ manifesto ahead of the Scottish Parliament elections on the 7th of May, with our partners: Equality Network, @scottishtrans.bsky.social, @leapsports.bsky.social, LGBT Youth Scotland & LGBT Health and Wellbeing. www.equality-network.org/wp-content/u...

Graphic with a pale yellow border. It says "Scottish LGBTQIA+ Manifesto 2026-2031" On the right side are the Equality Network, Scottish Trans, LGBT Youth Scotland, LGBT Health and Wellbeing and LEAP Sports logos. At the bottom is a faded image of the outside of the Scottish Parliament, with an image of a waving progress pride flag on top.

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

IWD 2026's theme is 'Give to Get'. Giving can mean many things - time, money, or support. To us it means giving our voices in solidarity with all women facing increasing hostility, from online misogyny to attacks on bodily autonomy. When we give our solidarity, we get our collective liberation.

Text on a dark green background. Text reads "International Women's Day" and "Stand up for All Women"

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

📢 We’re hiring – Equality Network is seeking a new Strategic Partnerships and Campaigns Coordinator, to work on LGBTQIA+ equality and human rights in Scotland with a specific focus on trans equality. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Want to find out more? Visit our website: www.equality-network.org/about/vacanc...

We are hiring! Strategic Campaigns & Partnership Coordinator - Full Time at Equality Network. Find out more here: equality-network.org/about/vacancies

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Scottish Trans @scottishtrans.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

On Friday, the High Court published its judgment on a case between the Good Law Project and the Equality and Human Rights Commission. We've put up a page explaining the background to the case, some key parts of the judgment, and what might happen next: www.scottishtrans.org/good-law-pro...

A purple graphic that says "What happened on Friday? GLP v EHRC Judgment What was said? And what happens next? Read more on our website" in white text. The Scottish Trans and Equality Network logos are at the bottom.

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Scottish Trans @scottishtrans.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

When any pupil goes to school they should be able to do so safely, have appropriate toilet and changing facilities they can use, and be listened to and have their identity respected: www.scottishtrans.org/protect-trans-pupils

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

What will we think when we look back? This Scottish Govt has only a few months left. Do they want to be remembered for trying to improve trans lives by reforming the GRA, or as being the first Govt in the UK to write “biological sex at birth” into law? equalrecognition.eaction.org.uk/howwillthisb...

Graphic with a purple background. There is a picture of a pink-tinted hand holding a sand timer. At the right side there are two white boxes, the top one says "What will we think when we look back? This Scottish Government only has a few months left." The second box says "Do they want to be remembered for trying to make trans people’s lives better by reforming the GRA, or as being the first Government in the UK to write “biological sex at birth” into law?" At the bottom are the Equality Network and Scottish Trans logos and the link https://equalrecognition.eaction.org.uk/howwillthisberemembered"

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Omg. WTF is Happening? @lalahaenzy.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

Sir Ian McKellen performing a monologue from Shakespeare’s Sir Thomas More on the Stephen Colbert show. Never have I heard this monologue performed with such a keen sense of prescience. Nor have I ever been in this exact historical moment.TY Sir Ian, for reaching us once again. #Pinks #ProudBlue

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

How will this be remembered? This History Month, we’re asking you to get in touch with the Scottish Government to ask them how their actions now will be remembered in the years to come: equalrecognition.eaction.org.uk/howwillthisb...

A purple image with a pink clock on a blue background on the right. On the left hand side there is text that reads "This LGBT+ History Month... Ask the Scottish Government - how will history remember this? Do they want to be remembered for standing up for trans people's rights when it really counted or, for standing by when they were at risk?" The Equality Network and Scottish Trans logos are at the bottom.

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

At this time, we would like to remind everyone in our community and everyone that loves and supports us that it is OK (in fact we strongly encourage it!) to take this festive period to look after yourself, to put yourself first, and to do what you need to do to feel well.

A graphic with a purple background. There is a drawing of a person bundled up in a big rainbow coloured blanket, they are holding a mug of hot chocolate and have a little cat at their feet. It says "A message for our community ahead of the festive period" The Equality Network and Scottish Trans logos are the bottom.

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

Today is International Human Rights Day, celebrated globally every year on the anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. 💪🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈 We've written a blog post exploring human rights for LGBTQIA+ people, which you can read on our website now: www.equality-network.org/our-work/pol...

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

We've written & published a short summary statement regarding the Sandie Peggie V NHS Fife Health Board employment tribunal case & the judgment given yesterday. Much of the media coverage has missed key information, the most important aspect being that all claims against Dr Beth Upton were dismissed

Graphic with a blue to purple gradient background. It says "A short summary of the Sandie Peggie V. Fife Health Board and Dr Beth Upton employment tribunal judgment" The Equality Network and Scottish Trans logos are at the bottom.

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

We launched our new three-year strategy last Thursday in Edinburgh. It was an energising evening, full of solidarity, collaboration and connection. A huge thank you to everyone who attended, so many from across the equalities and human rights sector joined us to show their support.

Two images on a white background. The top photo is of a crowd of people standing in front of a bar, talking with eachother. The bottom image is of people standing and looking at a stage, they are smiling and clapping their hands.

Two images on a white background. The top image is of two people hugging, from behind you see a person with short pink hair wearing a black hoodie hugging a smiling person with long brown hair and a long brown coat. The bottom image is of people sitting in a booth around a round table, they are smiling and laughing.

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Dr Rebecca Don Kennedy @rebeccadonkennedy.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Our new strategy is out! Read more below…

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Today, we launch our new three-year strategy. It lays out how we will move forward, work together to push back, sustain and protect what we have already achieved, and together move towards progressive and meaningful change. Read more: www.equality-network.org/resources/ou...

Graphic with a pale purple background. At the top, in a blue arrow, it says "We are launching our new strategy 2026-2029" The Equality Network and Scottish Trans logos are underneath. Below the arrow is a drawing of the outlines of a large group of people, going in a gradient of green to purple from left to right. At the bottom it says "Read more at: equality-network.org/our-strategy-2026-2029"

Graphic with a dark purple background. In a pale purple box it says "Today we launch our new 3-year Strategy.

Our community is strong, and we are not going anywhere.

We are more driven than ever to work together to demand, seek and enable tangible and progressive change for the better for all LGBTQIA+ people in Scotland." The Equality Network and Scottish Trans logos are in the bottom right corner. In the bottom left corner it says "equality-network.org/our-strategy-2026-2029"

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The Herald @heraldscotland.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

'Now women must look and behave a certain way and be reduced to their vulvas and reproductive ability whilst at it' || @rebeccadonkennedy.bsky.social www.heraldscotland.com/poli...

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Scottish Trans @scottishtrans.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

We wanted to share some more updates following April’s Supreme Court ruling on the meaning of ‘sex’ in the Equality Act 2010, and some ways that you can help. Read our full update here: www.scottishtrans.org/supreme-cour...

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Scottish Trans @scottishtrans.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

We Can't Keep Waiting, a day of action to create a better future for trans healthcare in Scotland, takes place next Saturday, 22nd November at the Pyramid at Anderston in Glasgow! The event is for trans and nonbinary people only - sign up for your ticket here: www.outsavvy.com/event/30917/...

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Scottish Trans @scottishtrans.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

Join this free training to learn more about taking an intersectional approach to your work and how you can better include people with intersectional identities! Link below ⬇️

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Scottish Trans @scottishtrans.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

Are you a rural trans or non-binary person in Highland or Argyll and Bute? NHS Highland Public Health have partnered with Scottish Trans to conduct trans-led research on experiences of GP practices. Take part in this important research: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/RTHTNBSurv...

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www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/RTHTNBSurvey"
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Scottish Trans @scottishtrans.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Rest in Power Miss Major, a trailblazing trans organiser, who passed away earlier this week at the age of 78 and will be sorely missed.

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

ICYMI - Last week we, alongside @scottishtrans.bsky.social, submitted our concerns around the EHRC and its impact on trans rights in the UK to the GANHRI Sub-Committee on Accreditation, the international body which accredits National Human Rights Institutions. Read our statement & submission below ⬇️

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Equality Network @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

Our Policy and Campaigns officer Christopher attended the ILGA #FaceForward Conference in Vilnius, Lithuania last week. It was an incredibly inspiring and energizing event, full of workshops, speeches and discussions with dedicated LGBTQ+ activists, building solidarity and movements across Europe.

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