Sexual orientation

We aim to tackle inequality related to sexual orientation.

    Sexual Orientation                                                                                                                                                               

There is no hard data on the number of lesbians, gay men and bisexuals in the UK as no national census has ever asked people to define their sexuality. The Government and Stonewall estimate that 5-7% of the population is gay, lesbian or bisexual.

 

The Triennial Review report, How Fair is Britain?, published by the Equality and Human Rights Commission identified that:

  • Lesbian, gay and bisexual people experience a higher than average rate of unfair treatment, discrimination, bullying or harassment at work than other employees
  • Lesbian, gay or bisexual people may be more likely than average to attempt suicide or commit acts of self-harm

 

Pride, Progress and Transformation 2010

Equality South West's survey Pride, Progress and Transformation, aimed to identify the issues for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered people living and working in the South West.

For further information please read the final reports:

Pride, Progress and Transformation Visibility, dignity, Respect and Freedom of Expression For Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender people in the South West

Pride, Progress and Transformatiion Knowledge, Influence, Voice and Engagement For Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and
Transgender people in the South West

Pride, Progress and Transformation Safety and Security For Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender people in the South West

Pride, Progress and Transformation Health and Well-Being For Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender people in the South West

 

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) History Month

LGBT History Month celebrates the lives and achievements of the LGBT community

 

Local and other Information

 

Somerset Lesbian Network provides opportunities for women to meet informally

Terrence Higgins Trust Somerset provides a service for everyone living in Somerset, living with or affected by HIV, as well as those in the LGBT community.

QwesT provides support and events in the South West

The Consortium of LGBT voluntary and community organisations is a national membership organisation focusing on the development and support of LGB&T groups, projects and organisations; so they can deliver direct services and campaign for individual rights.

Intercom Trust  works across the South West Peninsula - Devon, Cornwall, Somerset and Dorset


 

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