Advice and Opinion - July 2023

  • Navigating the Storm: The COVID-19 Impact on the UK's LGBTQ+ Community.

    Posted on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 by David RuizNo comments

    Hello, dear readers! Today, we delve into a topic that shines a spotlight on the resilience and challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community in the United Kingdom during the COVID-19 pandemic. As we all know, the pandemic shook the world, leaving no community untouched. However, it became evident that some groups, including the LGBTQ+ community, faced unique hurdles during these turbulent times. ...

  • Paving the Way for Progress: A Review of the UK's Gender Recognition Act

    Posted on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 by David RuizNo comments

    In the year 2020, the United Kingdom took a momentous step towards advancing the rights of transgender individuals. The UK government announced its plans to review the Gender Recognition Act, a crucial piece of legislation that governs the process of legal gender recognition for transgender individuals. With the aim of simplifying the process and removing outdated barriers, the proposed changes ...

  • Celebrating Love and Equality: Same-Sex Marriage in Northern Ireland

    Posted on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 by David RuizNo comments

    In October 2019, history was made in Northern Ireland as same-sex marriage became legal, marking a monumental step towards marriage equality in the entire United Kingdom. This landmark decision brought immense joy and celebration to the LGBTQ+ community, as it finally allowed couples of the same gender to marry and have their relationships legally recognized. In this article, we explore the ...

  • Supporting LGBTQ+ Rights in UK Schools

    Posted on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 by David RuizNo comments

    Hey there, lovely readers! Today, we're diving into an exciting and positive change that's transforming the educational landscape in the United Kingdom. Back in September 2020, the UK government introduced new guidelines for Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) in schools, with a fantastic focus on being inclusive and understanding of LGBTQ+ issues. Let's take a closer look at why this decision ...

  • A Personal Journey Through Recent LGBTQ+ Rights Updates in the UK

    Posted on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 by David RuizNo comments

    As a member of the LGBTQ+ community residing in the United Kingdom, I have witnessed first-hand the significant progress made in recent years towards fostering inclusivity, acceptance, and equal rights. In this heartfelt article, I will delve into some of the most transformative legislative changes, policy updates, and court decisions that have positively impacted the LGBTQ+ community in the UK, ...