Consortium

Consortium We are a national membership organisation focusing on the development and support of LGBT+ groups an

We are a national membership organisation focusing on the development and support of LGBT+ groups and projects; so they can deliver direct services and campaign for individual rights.

Today is , International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Lesbophobia, Interphobia and Transphobia.This year’s theme, ...
17/05/2026

Today is , International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Lesbophobia, Interphobia and Transphobia.

This year’s theme, “At the heart of democracy”, reminds us that LGBTQIA+ people have always been part of movements for justice, dignity, freedom and equality.

The latest ILGA-Europe Rainbow Map shows the UK remaining in 22nd place out of 49 European countries for LGBTQIA+ equality, with just 6.57% scored for legal gender recognition and 0% for intersex bodily integrity protections.

At a time when rights are being challenged across the world, this must be a wake-up call. A democracy that excludes LGBTQIA+ people from equal participation is incomplete.

Across Consortium’s membership, LGBTQIA+ organisations are supporting communities every day through advocacy, health services, peer support, youth work, counselling and more.

If you are looking for LGBTQIA+ support services, you can find our members directory here: consortium.lgbt/member-directory

ILGA-Europe’s 2026 Rainbow Map shows the UK remaining in 22nd place out of 49 European countries, continuing a concernin...
14/05/2026

ILGA-Europe’s 2026 Rainbow Map shows the UK remaining in 22nd place out of 49 European countries, continuing a concerning trend of stagnation and regression on LGBTQIA+ rights.

While countries such as Spain are advancing protections and demonstrating clear political leadership on equality, the UK continues to fall behind in key areas, including legal gender recognition, intersex bodily integrity, asylum protections, and a ban on conversion practices.

The UK scored just 6.57% for legal gender recognition and 0% for intersex bodily integrity protections. ILGA-Europe also notes that recent legal developments have made legal gender recognition increasingly inaccessible in the UK.

A decade ago, the UK was recognised as a leader in LGBTQIA+ equality. Today’s ranking reflects the urgent need for renewed commitment and action from governments across the UK to protect and strengthen LGBTQIA+ rights.

Consortium supports ILGA-Europe’s recommendations, including banning conversion practices, improving access to timely and inclusive trans healthcare, and strengthening legal protections for trans+ and intersex people.

We remain committed to supporting LGBTQIA+ organisations and communities working tirelessly to secure equality, dignity and safety for all.

“In a climate of rising anti-rights movements, the latest ILGA-Europe Rainbow Map must be a wake-up call for those in power. Rights are being challenged, and we need urgent action to protect the most vulnerable in our communities. A clear action plan from the UK Government and Devolved Governments will strengthen communities, improve health outcomes, and help build a more hopeful future for the UK.”

Paul Roberts (he/him), CEO

Would you like to contribute to research on su***de prevention for LGBTQ+ people? The research project, entitled , is be...
14/05/2026

Would you like to contribute to research on su***de prevention for LGBTQ+ people?

The research project, entitled , is being run by Edinburgh University, and you can contribute in several ways – including by taking a survey or giving an interview.

To take part you need to be LGBTQ+, have experience of suicidal feelings, be aged 13+ and based in the UK.

For more information on how you can get involved see here:
blogs.ed.ac.uk/rain_within_the_rainbow/getting-involved/

Today we’re celebrating 15 years of Paul Roberts at LGBT+ Consortium 🏳️‍🌈 For 15 years, Paul’s leadership has helped sha...
12/05/2026

Today we’re celebrating 15 years of Paul Roberts at LGBT+ Consortium 🏳️‍🌈

For 15 years, Paul’s leadership has helped shape Consortium into a values-driven, collaborative organisation committed to supporting LGBT+ communities across the UK. Through periods of challenge and change, his approach has remained focused on transparency, collaboration, and supporting the most marginalised in our communities.

From the Consortium team, thank you for your leadership, humour and commitment over the last 15 years.

Launching in Intersectionality Awareness Week 2026 - this guide has been created with LGBT+ disabled-led organisations a...
12/05/2026

Launching in Intersectionality Awareness Week 2026 - this guide has been created with LGBT+ disabled-led organisations across the UK, in a roundtable facilitated by LGBT+ Consortium.

The guide contains a list of LGBT+ disabled-led organisations, groups and projects and what their focus is. There is also several accessibility checklists as a starting point for people planning events or sourcing venues.

You can find this resource here:
consortium.lgbt/a-guide-to-disabled-lgbtq-led-organisations/

We are very thankful for the contributions from:
Q***rscapes
TART Productions
Atypicals at London Friend
Windsor & Eton Pride
OUTpatients
Quiplash
BITE BACK
Pride In Education

IAW is an annual campaign created by ParaPride that encourages people to reflect, learn, and have open conversations about intersectionality, a term that explores how different aspects of identity, such as race, gender identity, disability, sexuality, and socio-economic background, can overlap and shape experiences of discrimination and inequality.

07/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who has helped shape Recover with Pride so far.

Over the past months, LGBTQ+ people with lived experience of gambling harms have played a vital role in helping shape the vision, values, and direction of Recover with Pride.

As the programme moves into its next stage, we are now recruiting members for our formal Gambling Harm Lived Experience Advisory Board.

Recover with Pride, led by Brighton & Hove Switchboard and operating nationally across the UK, is looking for LGBTQ+ people with lived experience of gambling harms, either directly or through being affected by someone else’s gambling.

Board members will help shape strategy, campaigns, governance, and service development while ensuring lived experience remains at the heart of the programme.

This is a paid role:
- £30 per hour
- Minimum 4 quarterly meetings per year
- Remote, with occasional travel to Brighton
- Two-year appointment

Applications close at 5pm on Friday 5 June 2026. Interviews will take place online during the week commencing 8 June 2026.

For full role details and to download the applicant information pack, visit our website here: https://www.switchboard.org.uk/jobs/

To apply, please email a CV and cover letter to our Gambling Harms Service Manager, Benjamin Howard, at [email protected]

Today marks Trans+ History Day, part of Trans+ History Week.At Consortium, we are proud to support our member Trans+ His...
06/05/2026

Today marks Trans+ History Day, part of Trans+ History Week.

At Consortium, we are proud to support our member Trans+ History Week in restoring Trans+ people’s place in our collective human story and creating space to share the history lesson many of us were never taught.

Trans+ people have always been here. This year’s lessons remind us that they cannot be erased, that communities are stronger together, and that Trans+ people are more than their identities.

From pre-colonial gender diversity to acts of resistance and chosen family, these histories challenge harmful myths, connect communities and empower people to better understand both the past and present.

By uncovering and sharing these stories, we challenge prejudice and deepen understanding, helping to shape a society where Trans+ people are recognised, respected, and included.

Consortium welcomes the change in law to make anti-LGBT+ and disability hate crime aggravated offences, bringing long ov...
30/04/2026

Consortium welcomes the change in law to make anti-LGBT+ and disability hate crime aggravated offences, bringing long overdue equality with crimes motivated by racial and religious hate. This is an important step towards ensuring that LGBT+ people, disabled people, and all victims and survivors have equal access to justice, including stronger sentencing and more time to pursue cases through the criminal justice system.

However, legislation alone cannot address the root causes of hate. Across the UK, we are seeing rising levels of hostility, including anti-migrant hate, Islamophobia, antisemitism, ableism and misogyny. An intersectional approach is essential, and we stand in solidarity with all victims and survivors of hate crime, particularly in light of recent events.

Consortium’s members play a vital role in both prevention and support. Campaigns such as National Hate Crime Awareness Week help to challenge prejudice and raise awareness, while organisations like Galop and Switchboard LGBT+ Support Line provide vital front-line support to LGBT+ people who have experienced hate crime.

Many other Consortium members also offer specialist support services, which can be found through our members directory:
consortium.lgbt/member-directory

While we welcome this legislative progress, there is more to be done to prevent hate crimes from happening in the first place and to ensure that all victims and survivors can access the support they need when it does occur.

The 7th edition of Q***r East returns to London from 1 May to 6 June 2026.Featuring films, performances, live arts, and ...
29/04/2026

The 7th edition of Q***r East returns to London from 1 May to 6 June 2026.

Featuring films, performances, live arts, and community-centred talks and workshops, the festival showcases LGBTQ+ stories and histories from East and Southeast Asia and beyond.

Find out more here: queereast.org.uk/festival-2026

Last week, during Le***an Visibility Week 2026, our LGBT+ Fund Development Manager Emma Miller-McCaffrey had the privile...
28/04/2026

Last week, during Le***an Visibility Week 2026, our LGBT+ Fund Development Manager Emma Miller-McCaffrey had the privilege of attending a powerful and inspiring event at the London Stock Exchange in partnership with DIVA Charitable Trust.

From the celebratory market close led by Dame Julia Hoggett to impactful conversations on inclusive workplaces and allyship, the evening was a reminder of the importance of visibility, representation, and collective action for LGBTQIA+ women and non-binary people.

“It was a night where I felt my cup being filled… and a renewed fire to push boundaries and work collaboratively for a better future.”

Read Emma’s reflections from the evening 👇
consortium.lgbt/2026/04/28/lesbian-visibility-week-2026-diva-charitable-trust-at-lseg

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