Reposted by Sophie PerryAlejandra Caraballo @esqueer.net · 14/09/2026Cis people do not understand how much trans people's rights have regressed in just 5 years. 5 years ago, there were none of these restrictions. 19 states banned legal recognition 21 states have bathroom bans 8 states ban gender marker changes on DLs 25 ban gender affirming care for trans youth 11077423611
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 14/09/2026It is literally incredible what you can achieve when your mental health is in a good place. Is this what some people have all the time?? Is this NORMAL???? 000
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 12/09/2026I worked as a press officer during @transsolidarity.bsky.social's mass lobby of parliament 🏳️⚧️ From liaising with various outlets, to accompanying a case study during a studio interview and writing about it all for @wearequeeraf.com, it's been a busy incredibly fulfilling time. 120
Reposted by Sophie PerryQueerAF @wearequeeraf.com · 08/09/2026Last week, a series of confusing and conflicting school policies came into force amid ever-increasing anti-trans rhetoric Read full analysis from @sophieperryportfolio.com wearequeeraf.comSection 28 2.0: A complex web of anti-trans guidance that will make it vastly harder to overturnAnti-trans rhetoric has been spread across a growing myriad of guidance and documents, with Trans+ children headed back to school facing segregation and teachers banned from “encouraging” them to question their gender. 0134
Reposted by Sophie PerryQueerAF @wearequeeraf.com · 07/09/2026Last week, a new era of anti-trans hostility in the education sector began - dubbed by many in the LGBTQIA+ community as ‘Section 28 2.0’ ✍️ @sophieperryportfolio.com wearequeeraf.comSection 28 2.0: A complex web of anti-trans guidance that will make it vastly harder to overturnAnti-trans rhetoric has been spread across a growing myriad of guidance and documents, with Trans+ children headed back to school facing segregation and teachers banned from “encouraging” them to question their gender. 0203
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 03/09/2026I spoke with @gaydio.bsky.social about Section 28 2.0 following the introduction of new guidance in England's schools. The guidance, which is "confusing" and "contradictory", will negatively and disproportionately impact trans youth. @wearequeeraf.com 🔗 www.wearequeeraf.com/section-28-2... 094
Reposted by Sophie PerryQueerAF @wearequeeraf.com · 02/09/2026🚨 This week, confusing and conflicting education guidance has come into force amid escalating anti-trans rhetoric We unpack how it’ll impact Trans+ young people 👇 ✍️ @sophieperryportfolio.comwearequeeraf.comSection 28 2.0: A complex web of anti-trans guidance that will make it vastly harder to overturnAnti-trans rhetoric has been spread across a growing myriad of guidance and documents, with Trans+ children headed back to school facing segregation and teachers banned from “encouraging” them to ques... 03215
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 01/09/2026Today, new RSE and KCSIE guidance came into force in England's schools – dubbed Section 28 2.0 by many. Unlike Section 28, these rules are spread across different documents, making it harder for LGBTQIA+ groups to fight to overturn their harmful impacts. My latest for @wearequeeraf.com 👇wearequeeraf.comSection 28 2.0: A complex web of anti-trans guidance that will make it vastly harder to overturnAnti-trans rhetoric has been spread across a growing myriad of guidance and documents, with Trans+ children headed back to school facing segregation and teachers banned from “encouraging” them to ques... 261
Reposted by Sophie PerryQueerAF @wearequeeraf.com · 01/09/2026This analysis by @sophieperryportfolio.com also explores upcoming consultations that could further deepen a growing institutionalism of transphobia in English schools For the latest anti-trans policies and to understand the LGBTQIA+ news, get our free weekly newsletter 📨 wearequeeraf.com/subscribewearequeeraf.comTired of doom scrolling for quality queer content? Get it hereGet an award-winning summary of queer news explained, bursting with LGBTQIA+ content every Saturday morning 044
Reposted by Sophie PerryQueerAF @wearequeeraf.com · 01/09/2026🆕 As schools begin their new term - a myriad of guidance documents make 'Section 28 2.0' vastly more complex to navigate and fight back against From Trans+ pupils facing segregation to teachers banned from “encouraging” students to question their gender 👇 www.wearequeeraf.com/section-28-2...wearequeeraf.comSection 28 2.0: A complex web of anti-trans guidance that will make it vastly harder to overturnAnti-trans rhetoric has been spread across a growing myriad of guidance and documents, with Trans+ children headed back to school facing segregation and teachers banned from “encouraging” them to ques... 12911
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 27/08/2026Can someone wrap Ian McKellen in cotton wool for the rest of the week? It's not safe out here for octogenarian gay icons. 040
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 26/08/2026I am so proud to be an @nctj.bsky.social ambassador – and I am always keen to support the fantastic work it does. For GCSE and A-Level results, a campaign has been running a campaign to inspire the next generation of journalists. My contribution was published today👇 1/2🧵nctj.comFrom results day to multi-award-winning journalistSophie Perry, former senior news reporter, Pink News, on the journey to an impressive journalism career. 110
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 25/08/2026NOT DOLLY!!!!bbc.co.ukDolly Parton, legendary US country singer, dies aged 80Dolly Parton, legendary US country singer, dies aged 80. 010
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 25/08/2026She’s here, she’s queer, she’s unemployed – and she’s launched a Substack. If you are reading for the first time, welcome to GIRL OF MY DREAMS. A place for miscellaneous personal essays, on (un)becoming. 🔗 girlofmydreams.substack.com/p/finding-th... 011
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 20/08/2026PinkNews is making more staff redundant, closing its office and moving to use an AI tool to “condense work that previously took hours into minutes”. During my redundancy meeting in March I expressed concern the brand was heading down the route of AI slop – sad to see I was completely right. 120
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 17/08/2026We need to show rightwing newspapers that actions have consequences. Add your name: goodlawproject.org/s/abb8a1goodlawproject.orgJason Arday: Demand a public inquiry now | Good Law ProjectCommission an immediate public inquiry into how to ensure a responsible press given its contribution to Dr Arday’s tragic death. 010
Reposted by Sophie PerryTransActual @transactualuk.bsky.social · 15/08/2026Can you help us reach more people than ever before? Respond to our Trans Lives Survey today, and share on your social media, so we can get a full picture of the experiences and views of trans people in the UK. Take the survey here: form.typeform.com/to/BRppksJ3 #TransLives #TransSurvey #Trans 089
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 31/07/2026I have an opinion piece in the new edition of DIVA Magazine ✨️ Entitled 'The sapphic scene gives me FOMO - and I LOVE it' I discuss the boom in FLINTA communities, clubs and events across the UK - which is more than any single dyke can do. Pick up a copy 👇 020
Reposted by Sophie PerryEd Burmila @edburmila.bsky.social · 25/07/2026It would help a lot if a lot of journalists and pundits weren't using Twitter as their assignment editor, several years into its transition into Stormfront. 344618801
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 25/07/2026I wasn't sure whether to post this, but then thought the shame is probably the patriarchy speaking - so felt I should! I had a very weird experience at a bar after London Trans+ Pride - but no, a trans person wasn't responsible. It was - of course - a cis man. 🧵 1/6 130
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 25/07/2026London Trans Pride! 🏳️⚧️ 💙🤍🩷 @smartypantsmarty.com @mimihansford.bsky.social 090
Reposted by Sophie PerryQueerAF @wearequeeraf.com · 09/07/2026The EHRC's proposed Code of Practice has been condemned as a "system of segregation", "impractical, intrusive and inhumane", and even "genocidal in nature" wearequeeraf.comEHRC says 'sex questioning' will be "rare" – but evidence suggests it's increasingThe chair of the EHRC has claimed in a letter to a Labour MP that sex questioning under the updated Code of Practice will be “rare and exceptional” 13710
Reposted by Sophie PerryQueerAF @wearequeeraf.com · 10/07/2026Over the past eight years, 11 countries and dozens of states worldwide have outlawed conversion practices. The UK is one of the few Western European nations yet to introduce a ban. wearequeeraf.comDraft conversion practices bill loopholes make it “instruction manual for abuse”Eight years after a ban was pledged the draft Conversion Practices Bill is here – and its not without problems 12412
Reposted by Sophie PerryThe National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 03/07/2026The NUJ has expressed solidarity with the family, partner, and friends of murdered journalist Lyra McKee ahead of the long-awaited verdict at the Belfast Crown Court today. www.nuj.org.uk/resource/jud...nuj.org.ukJudgment due in Lyra McKee murder trialJudgment will be handed down in Belfast Crown Court today (Friday 3 July) in the long-running trial of three men accused of murdering freelance journalist and NUJ member Lyra McKee. 14218
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 02/07/2026Six years into our relationship and @sarayahaddad.bsky.social can still ask me the most riveting questions. Today's example: "If I was a pasta shape, what pasta shape would I be?" 110
Reposted by Sophie PerryQueerAF @wearequeeraf.com · 29/06/2026The queer community pointed out two major loopholes in the government's draft conversion practices bill that could leave LGBTQIA+ people unprotected.wearequeeraf.comDraft conversion practices bill loopholes make it “instruction manual for abuse”Eight years after a ban was pledged the draft Conversion Practices Bill is here – and its not without problems 03111
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 27/06/2026This week, I wrote and produced @wearequeeraf.com's award-winning newsletter – and what a week for it! Keir Starmer resigning and the draft Conversation Practices Bill dropping – ALL during a heatwave? Give the queers a break 🥵 🧵/1 171
Reposted by Sophie PerryQueerAF @wearequeeraf.com · 27/06/2026Draft conversion practices bill loopholes make it “instruction manual for abuse” 👇 www.wearequeeraf.com/draft-conver... wearequeeraf.comDraft conversion practices bill loopholes make it “instruction manual for abuse”Eight years after a ban was pledged the draft Conversion Practices Bill is here – and its not without problems 28134
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 27/06/2026Idk if I'm around queer people too much but I just responded to a text from my 61-year-old, straight, cis, mum with "thanks diva boots" 030
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 22/06/2026This is a huge shame, but absolutely the right decision. I was really looking forward to working with the Trans+ Solidarity Alliance team this week and carrying out comms support for this important event. Health and safety are paramount! More details 👇 020
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 22/06/2026Prime Minister resignations are starting to feel like Christmas – they seem to come around quicker every year 020
Reposted by Sophie PerryQueerAF @wearequeeraf.com · 20/06/2026Youth social media bans should raise privacy concerns for everyone 👇 www.wearequeeraf.com/youth-social... wearequeeraf.comYouth social media bans should raise privacy concerns for everyoneTL;DR: The UK Government has announced a sweeping under-16s social media ban, which could have implications for privacy rights for everyone. The UK government has announced a sweeping ban on children under the age of 16 accessing social media. This landmark decision – in what is already a highly 02718
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 20/06/2026This week I wrote and produced @wearequeeraf.com's newsletter, discussing the Govenment's announcement of an under-16s social media ban and wider privacy rights Give it a read 👇wearequeeraf.comUnderstand the LGBTQIA+ news: Youth social media bans should raise privacy concerns for everyone, especially the LGBTQIA+ communityStarmer's social media ban has been widely criticised - Understand the LGBTQIA+ news this week 092
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 05/06/2026And the award for worst Pride Month post goes to... 280
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 03/06/2026Free speech lovers Reform showing once again they only love it when it suits themessexlive.newsReform UK bans Essex libraries promoting LGTBQ prideIt has been dubbed as "disturbing and alarming news" by Save Our Libraries Essex 040
Reposted by Sophie PerryQueerAF @wearequeeraf.com · 03/06/2026“What pupils see and hear matters. Avoidance creates taboo, and taboo breeds prejudice.” @sophieperryportfolio.com on what effect new RSHE guidance could have on Trans+ lives wearequeeraf.comRecommended but not forced segregation: New guidance could push Trans+ people out of public lifeThe long-awaiting Code of Practice may have been watered down, but it could roll back trans inclusion laws by more than two decades. 1228
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 01/06/2026On Friday, I wrote and produced QueerAF's newsletter 📰 I examined new Department for Education data on homophobic and transphobic school suspensions in the context of the updated RHSE guidance coming into force in September. Read & subscribe to @wearequeeraf.com 👇 0214
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 21/05/2026It's worth remembering that the abhorrent EHRC Code of Practice – which treats trans people as a third sex – has been published literally two days after it was announced the UK will host the European IDAHOT+ Forum 2027. Labour might still claim to be an ally, but the emperor has no clothes. 162
Reposted by Sophie PerryTransActual @transactualuk.bsky.social · 21/05/2026The newly published EHRC Code of Practice leaves trans people in the UK today with less rights than they had prior to last year’s Supreme Court ruling. Read our full statement here: transactual.org.uk/blog/2026/05... 410541
Reposted by Sophie PerrySwitchboard - LGBTQIA+ Support Line @switchboard.bsky.social · 21/05/2026You’re not alone. Our trained LGBTQIA+ volunteers are here to listen to any concerns you may have as a result of the revised EHRC guidance being laid before parliament. We’ve supported the community through trials and tribulations for over 50 years, and we’re here for you today. 7327246
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 19/05/2026Pride Month is coming up and if you are still looking to hire a speaker to discuss LGBTQ+ inclusion then look no further, hire me – a real-life gay! 🌈 Get in touch! ✨ ✉️ hello@sophieperryportfolio.com #PrideMonth #LGBTQ+ #DEI 020
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 30/04/2026🚨 EXCLUSIVE for @pressgazette.co.uk Nine positive Glassdoor reviews for PinkNews dating back six months have been deleted after a February complaint alleged they were AI-generated. This comes after a series of workplace culture scandals and redundancy waves. PinkNews denies involvement. 🧵/1pressgazette.co.ukFive-star employee reviews for Pink News deleted after AI allegationA series of five-star employee reviews on Glassdoor for LGBTQ+ publisher Pink News have been taken down after a complaint to the platform. 120
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 27/04/2026Absolutely awful news 😞bbc.co.ukLGBT+ nightclub fire near Milton Keynes leads to arson arrestAn eyewitness says 040
Reposted by Sophie PerryCN Lester 🏳️⚧️ @cnlester.bsky.social · 22/04/2026If you're a cis person who thinks that Starmer and his government being appalling on trans human rights is a non-issue because 'nobody's perfect', rather than a telling insight into a fundamental lack of respect for basic human rights law, and a necessary warning for all people to heed...well. 7757204
Reposted by Sophie PerryThe Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 17/04/2026We need to win big on May 7. Thousands of Green candidates are standing across England and Wales. This is a real chance to change politics - to give communities a stronger voice and challenge parties backed by big money. Support the campaign 👉 crowdfunder.co.uk/p/we-deserve... 19688263
Reposted by Sophie PerryNot In Our Name (NION) Women @nionwomen.bsky.social · 15/04/2026We crossed 99k signatures yesterday. As we approach the anniversary of the SC ruling tomorrow, we will share some thoughts on updates from our work over the last 12 months. It looks like our initial target of 100k signatures is firmly in reach, but we won’t stop there. Thank you everyone 🙏 113563
Reposted by Sophie PerryWhat The Trans?! 🏳️⚧️ @whatthetrans.com · 09/04/2026NINE protests are taking place this weekend against transphobia! View a full list of actions here: whatthetrans.com/compilation-... Please get in touch with us if you would like to add your campaign, protest etc. to our website. 6544226
Sophie Perry @sophieperryportfolio.com · 03/04/2026Jobs come and go, friendship is forever 💖 @marcuswratten.bsky.social @mimihansford.bsky.social + Chan 💖 071