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Ask For Clive is an inclusivity campaign, and sticker on the door that says "Everyone is Welcome Here." Working with the LGBTQ+ community since Feb'19.

31/10/2026

The only scary thing about Halloween should be the costumes!

It’s Halloween weekend, which means lots of people will be heading out to enjoy themselves, catch up with friends and probably spend far too much money on a costume they’ll only wear once!

And that’s exactly what a good night out should be about.

But for some people, going out isn’t always quite so straightforward.

There are still people who worry about being judged for what they’re wearing, who they’re
with or simply being themselves.

And nobody should have to feel like that.

At Ask For Clive, we’re all about encouraging people to look out for one another and helping venues create places where everyone can relax and enjoy themselves.

Sometimes it’s the little things that matter most, like checking in with someone who looks
uncomfortable, speaking up when a joke goes too far or making sure someone knows where to turn if they need a bit of help.

So whether you’re out celebrating or working hard to make sure everyone has a great night, let’s remember to be kind, look after each other and have a little fun along the way.

And if you’re heading out this Halloween, we’d love to see your costumes! Just remember,
the only thing that should be frightening is the outfit, not how people treat you.

Happy Halloween from all of us at Ask For Clive!

30/10/2026

We talk a lot about making everyone feel welcome, but are we really thinking about everyone?

This week marks Intersex Awareness Day and Ace Week, both important reminders that the LGBTQ+ community is made up of people with lots of different experiences.

And we think sometimes we forget that.

We can be so focused on trying to do the right thing that we don’t always stop to think about whether we’re actually listening to the people we’re trying to support.

Not everyone experiences the world in the same way, and something that might seem completely normal to one person could make somebody else feel uncomfortable or excluded.

The good news is that we don’t need to know everything about everybody to make them feel welcome.

Sometimes it’s simply about being kind, not making assumptions and being willing to listen when somebody tells us about their experience.

That’s something we’re really passionate about at Ask For Clive, because we believe inclusion should feel natural, not like something people have to work hard at or prove they deserve.

What do you think makes somewhere feel genuinely welcoming? Is it the place itself, the people, or a bit of both? Write your thoughts in the comments below.

30/10/2026

NTIA's Birmingham Night Time Economy Forum in partnership with Ask For Clive

If we want a night time economy that actually works for the people running it, we need to be in the room where decisions get made.

NTIA and Ask For Clive are launching a Birmingham Night Time Economy Forum. From venue operators, independent businesses and industry leaders to local and regional authorities, policymakers and policing partners.

The forum offers an opportunity to connect, collaborate and tackle the biggest issues, challenges and opportunities facing the sector.

Expect fresh high-impact insights, lively discussion and the latest developments shaping nightlife across Birmingham, the West Midlands and the UK.

PLUS: Industry Mixer sponsored by MOTH

Thursday, 12th November 2026 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
The Glee Club, Birmingham, B5 4TD

Free to attend, but space is limited and booking is essential. Make sure your voice is in the mix.

Reserve your spot today via the link: https://buff.ly/ylykpGZ

29/10/2026

Hate Crime Awareness Week might be over, but sadly, hate crime isn’t.

Over the last few weeks, we’ve seen lots of people sharing messages, showing support and talking about the importance of standing up against hate crime.

And that’s really encouraging to see.

But we do wonder what happens when the awareness week finishes and we all get back to our everyday lives.

Because for people who experience abuse, discrimination or intimidation, it doesn’t suddenly stop because the campaign has ended.

Sometimes it’s the things we might consider quite small that make the biggest difference. A member of staff noticing that someone feels uncomfortable, somebody speaking up when a comment goes too far, or simply making it clear that treating another person badly isn’t okay.

And we think that’s something we can all do a little more of.

At Ask For Clive, we’ve always believed that making people feel welcome isn’t just about having the right policies or putting a sticker in the window. It’s about how we treat people and what we’re prepared to do when we see something that isn’t right.

We won’t always get everything right, and nobody expects us to, but we can all make an effort.

We’d love to know, do you think we’re getting better at challenging unacceptable behaviour, or are we becoming more reluctant to speak up?

Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

23/10/2026

The Human Perspective #18: The People Behind the Partnerships.

Strong partnerships are about more than organisations working towards shared goals. They’re built by people who genuinely believe in one another, who celebrate each other’s successes and who recognise that their collective contribution can make a greater difference than anything achieved alone.

In the latest edition of The Human Perspective, Silvana Kill explores the importance of meaningful relationships across the night-time economy, reflecting on the Partnerships for Safety event in Hackney and how collaboration between organisations can strengthen safeguarding, support communities and help create safer spaces for everyone.

Read the full article via the link: https://buff.ly/UBoG08m

21/10/2026

The Human Perspective #17: The Ice Queen, The Dragon and The Woman Who Finally Stopped Apologising

Why are women still judged for having a voice, and what can we do to make sure the next generation doesn't spend years learning to use theirs?

In the latest edition of The Human Perspective, author Silvana Kill explores the double standards women continue to face, the importance of setting boundaries, and why the next generation should never feel they have to make themselves smaller to be accepted. Drawing on her experience in the night-time economy, she reflects on the difference between changing our behaviour and changing who we are to make others comfortable.

Read the full article and join the conversation: https://buff.ly/Z6Zg0az

20/10/2026

Hate has no place in our communities. Everyone deserves to feel safe, respected and welcome.

We are deeply saddened by the reported homophobic hate crime involving a cast member of A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Chichester Festival Theatre on 13 October, which led to the cancellation of a performance.

Our love and solidarity go out to the actor, their colleagues, Chichester Pride UK and everyone affected.

This is a painful reminder of why Ask For Clive began, and why our work remains as important today as ever.

As Chichester MP Jess Brown-Fuller has highlighted, incidents like this cannot be viewed in isolation. Creating safer communities requires all of us, from local authorities and businesses to venues and individuals, to work together.

Inclusion is more than a statement of support. It is about how we treat one another, how we challenge hate and how we look after people when they need us most.

We stand proudly alongside Chichester’s LGBTQ+ community and everyone who has experienced hate or discrimination.

Because nobody should ever feel unsafe simply for being who they are.

Everyone is welcome. Always. 💛

17/10/2026

Last one, and it's the one we want you to act on.

Disability hate crime was recorded 10,140 times last year, and unlike every other strand, the most common offence was stalking and harassment: ongoing, repeated, relentless.

Police figures aren't a full picture of what people live with. Barriers to reporting stack up fast for disabled people, and even more so for disabled people of colour and disabled refugees.

So here's your part:
• Emergency: 999
• Non-emergency: 101
• Report online via True Vision
• Anonymously via Crimestoppers
• Through a third-party reporting centre

Report it. Share this. Check in on someone.

We'll keep asking until nobody has to ask for Clive.

16/10/2026

Welcome to our newest member Leeds University Union

16/10/2026

Here's a stat that stopped us in our tracks.

Of all hate crime strands, transgender hate crime had the highest share with an online element: 16%.

Hate follows trans people into their pockets, not just their streets.

Now add racism. A trans person of colour can be targeted for two parts of who they are at the same time. Officially, 6% of hate crimes involve more than one motivation, and that only counts what gets flagged.

The numbers say recorded trans hate crime fell 4%. The people say reporting still feels risky.

Believe people. Back them up. Be the safe person in the room.

Find out more about National Hate Crime Awareness Week: https://buff.ly/lXdz4JO

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