GMB Midlands - Equalities

10/10/2026

It's World mental health day today.

That one conversation, that one message, that simple question "Are you OK? Do you want to talk?" — could make more of a difference than you'll ever realise.

You don't have to have all the answers. You don't have to fix someone's problems. Sometimes, just being there is enough.

And if you're the person struggling right now, please remember this: you matter, your feelings matter, and asking for help is not a sign of weakness.

Be kind. Check in on your mates. Look after each other. You never know how much someone might need that hand. ❤️

On our website you will find various links for you to get support, advice and training on a range of mental health issues - https://www.gmb.org.uk/campaigns/taking-care/mental-health-matters-support

06/10/2026

GMB and our friends at GMB SFH S01 are fighting to save the Hydrotherapy Pool at King’s Mill Hospital and we need everyone behind us.

By signing, you’re adding your name to the campaign and showing the strength of support for saving the hydro pool.

Megaphone campaigns are designed to build pressure on the people making the decisions and make our collective voice heard.

🖊️ SIGN IT. SHARE IT. GET OTHERS TO SIGN.

https://tinyurl.com/mskact44

The more of us who stand together, the harder we are to ignore. 🫡

18/09/2026

05/09/2026

🏳️‍🌈 IT’S LEICESTER PRIDE! 🏳️‍🌈

Today we’re at Abbey Park for Pride
❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

Whether you’re a GMB member or not, come say hello, have a chat and find out how GMB supports LGBT+ members in the workplace ✊

Stronger together. Proud together. 🏳️‍🌈💪

08/08/2026

🏳️‍🌈 What a fantastic start to it has been!

We’ve got amazing entertainment on the Mell Square stage until 6pm and then the acts continue into the early hours in our town centre venues 😎

https://solihullbid.co.uk/event/solihull-pride-2026/

30/06/2026

🌈 As Pride Month Comes to an End...

As Pride Month comes to an end, I've been reflecting on how much has changed for me over the last year.

At the end of last year, I came out as Bisexual.

If I'm honest, nothing bad happened. No one treated me differently. The biggest hurdle wasn't other people—it was the fear I'd built up in my own head about what people might think of me.

Looking back now, I wish I'd realised sooner that the people who truly matter would accept me exactly as I am.

More than anything, I'm grateful.

Grateful for the incredible group of friends I've surrounded myself with. Friends who have supported me, made me laugh, celebrated with me, picked me up when I've needed it, and reminded me that I never had to hide who I am.

I don't think they realise just how much that has meant to me.

I'm also grateful to work for the NHS and currently be on secondment to GMB, where I've felt able to be myself. Being accepted for who you are shouldn't feel like a privilege, but I know for many people, it still does.

Pride isn't just about rainbows and celebrations. It's about living authentically. It's about recognising that everyone's journey is different, and that sometimes the hardest part is taking that first step and trusting that you'll still be loved when you do.

To anyone who isn't quite there yet, I hope one day you find the same acceptance, support and happiness that I've been lucky enough to find.

Happy Pride Month. Be proud of who you are—not just in June, but every day. 🏳️‍🌈❤️ ###

Please ignore the dreadful photo, I don't know what I was thinking with my hair at the time. 🥴

27/06/2026

Mary MacArthur hoped generations to come would remember the women of Cradley Heath and their fight against poverty wages.

More than a century on, we still celebrate those brave women - who, at a time before they were able to vote, stood firm against their employers and secured the first minimum wage.

We haven't forgotten them, and we never will 🛠⛓️🔗✊️

27/06/2026

And we're off!

Come down, find out more about the Chainmakers Festival and grab yourselves one of the new TUC Midlands tshirts

We're here until 4pm. So pop down, learn about the Chainmakers and their struggles and enjoy the FREE family activities

27/06/2026

All set up and ready for the annual Chainmakers festival, 🥳🎉

Looking for something to do today? 🤔

Join us at Mary MacArthur Gardens, Cradley Heath for the festivals' free family funday 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🎈

25/06/2026

Our hands are shaping our future -

Our Union is our strength, Be part of it 🤝✊🤜🤛

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