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LGBT Humanists @lgbthumanists.bsky.social · Sep 9

A true icon. John was Britain’s – and perhaps the world’s – first openly gay high-profile athlete. He came out during the 1976 World Championships in Gothenburg, which he went on to win. John left a lasting impact on our community and countless others. Today, we remember him.

Humanists UK @humanists.uk · Sep 9

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · Aug 26

Today is day one of #thatshumanism! 🎉 – our popular social media campaign featuring our much-loved animations with Stephen Fry. To celebrate, we're launching a brand-new series of posters designed for schools, teachers, and anyone curious about the humanist approach to life. 🧵

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LGBT Humanists @lgbthumanists.bsky.social · Aug 25

Join us at Reading Pride on Saturday 30 August 2025 in King's Meadow. See more details at bit.ly/LGBTHumanistsReadingPride2025

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LGBT Humanists @lgbthumanists.bsky.social · Aug 21

As we and others have previously reported, and as the Observer reported on Sunday, hundreds of millions of US dollars are currently being pumped into the UK from the Trump-aligned anti-rights movement, who are specifically aiming to reverse decades of progress.

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LGBT Humanists @lgbthumanists.bsky.social · Aug 21

This is the latest in a long line of recent attacks on LGBT rights and from conservative Christian nationalists. It follows on from recent moves by Reform UK councillors in Northamptonshire to ban Pride flags on council buildings.

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Christian campaigners in legal bid to ban civil servants from Pride

The Christian Institute claims civil service endorsement of Pride breaches rules on impartiality

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LGBT Humanists @lgbthumanists.bsky.social · Jul 31

The law should protect victims, not enable abusive fundamentalists – with wealthy American backers – who believe in demonic possession! We’ve been campaigning on this for 45+ years. Theresa May promised a ban in 2018. Four Prime Ministers later, and we’re still campaigning!

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · Jul 31

'Conversion therapy' is nothing but hatred disguised as compassion. Each day it remains legal is another day someone in a high-control religious organisation is tortured. Beatings, forced prayer, and 'exorcisms' must be illegal. End this abuse. #BanConversiontherapy.
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Funding to promote anti-LGBT conversion practices surges

A new investigation from Amnesty International UK has found a surge in funding to promote anti-LGBT conversion practices. LGBT Humanists and Humanists UK have expressed alarm at these findings, especi...

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LGBT Humanists @lgbthumanists.bsky.social · Jul 25

Great to see Matthew succeed in his case against the church that subjected him to an ‘exorcism’ for ‘demonic possession’. His experience – tragically shared by many in our community – underscores exactly why so-called ‘conversion therapy’ must be banned. www.thetimes.com/article/b517...

Gay man wins damages after ‘exorcism’ by Church of England parish

Matthew Drapper has received a five-figure settlement from a Sheffield church after enduring conversion therapy intended to rid him of homosexuality

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LGBT Humanists @lgbthumanists.bsky.social · Jul 18

'I was told homosexuality was an abominable sin and god hated it and me. Of course it didn’t work. It only increased self-hatred.' Our Coordinator, Nick Baldwin, recalling his 'conversion therapy' experience. #BanConversionTherapy

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Finding freedom: interview with LGBT Humanists Coordinator Nick Baldwin

For National Coming Out Day, we caught up with Nick Baldwin, the Coordinator of LGBT Humanists – Humanists UK’s section which has campaigned for LGBT rights for nearly 45 years. Nick, who once lived a...

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LGBT Humanists @lgbthumanists.bsky.social · Jul 18

The law should protect victims - not enable abusive fundamentalists who believe in demonic possession.
We’ve been campaigning on this issue for 45+ years. In 2018, under Theresa May’s Government, it looked like progress was finally within reach. Four Prime Ministers later, we’re still waiting.

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LGBT Humanists @lgbthumanists.bsky.social · Jul 18

'Conversion therapy' is hatred disguised as religious compassion. Each day it remains legal is another day vulnerable people fall victim o it. 'Exorcisms', beatings, forced prayer - these are still legal in high-control religious settings.

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A conversion therapy ban was promised a year ago - but we're still waiting

'The time for action is long overdue'

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · Jul 17

The majority of LGBT people are non-religious, and very few religious groups offer same-sex marriages. Humanist celebrants always have – and always will. Many LGBT couples want a fully recognised humanist wedding. It's time they were given that right.

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‘Humanist marriage is also an LGBT issue’ – Sandi Toksvig leads call from LGBT activists

Sandi Toksvig and Stephen Fry have led LGBT groups and activists in calling on the UK Government to grant legal recognition to humanist marriages in England and Wales immediately, in an open letter pu...

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · Jul 17

#Onthisday 2013 the Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Act received Royal Assent, thereby legalising same-sex marriage for couples in England and Wales. We remain proud of the vital the role we played in reaching this historic step. 🧵

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LGBT Humanists @lgbthumanists.bsky.social · Jul 15

Great to see Matthew succeed in his case against the church that subjected him to an ‘exorcism’ for ‘demonic possession’. His experience – tragically shared by many in our community – underscores exactly why so-called ‘conversion therapy’ must be banned. www.thetimes.com/article/b517...

Gay man wins damages after ‘exorcism’ by Church of England parish

Matthew Drapper has received a five-figure settlement from a Sheffield church after enduring conversion therapy intended to rid him of homosexuality

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · Jul 14

Leeds Humanists and @lgbthumanists.bsky.social are marching in Leeds Pride. We will also have a stall at Pride and need volunteers to help out throughout the day. Make the humanist voice heard, sign up today!

Leeds, 20 July, 11:00-18:00

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Leeds Pride | LGBT Humanists and Leeds Humanists

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LGBT Humanists @lgbthumanists.bsky.social · Jun 24

Looking forward to hearing from @petertatchell.bsky.social this evening with Central London Humanists. In London? Join us at the Old Diorama Arts Centre to hear more about Peter's extensive campaigning and our campaigns. Sign up now!

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An Evening with Peter Tatchell, Human Rights Campaigner | LGBT Humanists

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · Jun 23

Alan Turing, one of Britain’s most renowned humanists, was a visionary whose genius helped the Allies win WWII. Yet despite his extraordinary contributions, he was subjected to chemical castration by the British state in 1952. This #PrideMonth, we remember him. He was born #OnThisDay 1912.

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LGBT Humanists @lgbthumanists.bsky.social · Jun 14

Having a wonderful time at #Humanists2025 meeting all the @humanists.uk staff, volunteers, and members. Please do come and say hello at our stall to learn more about LGBT Humanists, our #HumanistHeritage, campaigns, how to get involved in Pride this year!

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · Jun 14

A few lovely snaps from our Saturday morning at #Humanists2025! We're now breaking for lunch and will be back at 13:15 – ready to dive into 'Humanists in Parliament' with @lizzicollinge.bsky.social and @andrewcopson.bsky.social. See you then!

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LGBT Humanists @lgbthumanists.bsky.social · Jun 9

The idea that acknowledging the existence of gay people will somehow 'turn' children gay is not only ignorant – it’s laughable. If that were true, every gay person would have ended up straight. Representation doesn’t convert anyone. It just makes it safer for people to be who they already are.

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LGBT Humanists @lgbthumanists.bsky.social · Jun 9

Growing up gay means being surrounded by heteronormative ideas from every direction. We’re taught from the earliest age that boys marry girls, that love looks a certain way, that families follow a single pattern. And yet, despite all of that, we still come out gay.

Humanists UK @humanists.uk · Jun 9

Involving young children in Nursery and Years 1 and 2 in a mock ‘Christian wedding’ offers no educational value.
If genuine, however, this letter highlights the lengths to which some faith schools will go to immerse children in religious practices and church life.
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Dear parents,

I would like to share some good news with you!

We have decided to hold a Christian 'Mock wedding' for all of our children in Early Years (Reception and full-time Nursey), Year 1 and Year 2. It is an even that we have coordinated every few years, so that the children have an insight into a church building, with a special event to mark and be a part of. The event will take place on X. The local vicar, Rev. Shirley, is going to provide a role-play of the a wedding service, where all the children with participate, singing songs, and learning about some of the key aspects of the service. I would like to invite all of the children to dress up in their most formal/party outfits, as if they were attending a real wedding. Please note that you DO NOT need to purchase anything new for the event - something that they would usually wear to a party will suffice. WE will arrange for some pupils to carry flowers from each class - pupuils will be randomly selected to take some of the lead roles within th service, such as bride, groom, best man, bridesmaids and so on. You will see attatched the details regarding these arangements. There will be a bride and groom selected from each of the classes; so it's goin to be a big event or the children. Follow the service, we will retyurn to school for a wedding party, with speeches and dancing.

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · Jun 2

Our @lgbthumanists.bsky.social volunteers are excited to take part in the very first Thames Pride this year. We'll be hosting a stall to connect with the community and raise awareness of our vital work – including our campaign for a full ban on 'conversion therapy'. humanists.uk/events/lgbt-...

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LGBT Humanists @lgbthumanists.bsky.social · Jun 5

For many, coming out also means confronting the beliefs they were raised with – not by choice, but because their religion refuses to accept who they truly are. So many of our members come to us through @faith2faithless.bsky.social.

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A bite of duck helped me finally accept my sexuality

When I realised I was gay at the age of 14, it was terrifying.

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · Jun 2

Happy #PrideMonth, everyone!

We can't wait to join @lgbthumanists.bsky.social at @prideinlondon.bsky.social on July 5. It's our biggest Pride event of the year, and we'd love for you to march alongside us. Sign up today. #Pride2025

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Pride in London parade | LGBT Humanists

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LGBT Humanists @lgbthumanists.bsky.social · May 14

Join LGBT Humanists and Oxford Humanists at Oxford Pride on 7 June 2025. Register your place here humanists.uk/events/oxfor...

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LGBT Humanists @lgbthumanists.bsky.social · Apr 30

#OnThisDay 1999, a neo-Nazi nail bombed the Admiral Duncan pub in Soho deliberately targeted London's LGBT community. The explosion killed Andrea Dykes, John Light, and Nik Moore, and injured over 70 more. Today, we honour their memory, and stand united against hate, always.

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