Today we celebrate James Baldwin – a Black, queer writer who refused to soften the truth to make it easier to swallow. He never let this country look away from itself. Happy birthday to a writer who gave us the language to face what needed facing, and the courage to keep going after.

Throughout August, the Great British Summer Savings initiative is helping families explore more for less. Children aged 5 to 15 can travel FREE by bus across the North York Moors, and many attractions are also offering discounts for adults and children. 📸 Dependable Productions, Orillo

Exclusive: Reporting about British Medical Association critique of Cass Review was 'factually wrong' 👇 www.wearequeeraf.com/exclusive-re...

Reporting about British Medical Association critique of Cass Review was 'factually wrong'

The mainstream media's reporting of vital information about trans healthcare was wrong. Again.

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LGBTQIA+ Open Mic! Next event on 6th August (First Thurs of every month) 7 - 9pm at Pride Place @ Flamingos, LS1 6DX Music, comedy, poetry, magic, you name it! All levels of experience welcome Tickets: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lgbtqia-op... @leedslgbtqangels.bsky.social @forumcentral.bsky.social

Tonight is the night 🙌🏻 All are welcome to this celebration at #LeedsMinister with drinks at 19:00 We would love to see you there 🤍💙💛 #LUFC 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ #ALAW

Marching Out Together@marchingout.bsky.social · 3w ago

We kick off on Friday 17th at Leeds Minster, drinks at 7.00pm for a celebration service hosted by Pride Church and our very own @markumpleby.bsky.social . *All* are welcome. 2/5 ⬇️ leeds.anglican.org/who-we-are/n... #LUFC 🏳️‍🌈⚽️🏳️‍⚧️

📣 Joining our panel discussion at Football Pride in #Leeds on Saturday, we’ve got the wonderful Wiggy! 🤍💛💙 Stephen Wignal is the chair of Marching Out Together, the official Leeds United supporters group for LGBTQ+ people and allies #FootballPride #LeedsPride @marchingout.bsky.social 1/2

Quiet Space on Sunday at Leeds Pride! Join us anytime 12 - 5 pm for a reset away from the crowds Leeds Marriott Hotel Access from Trevelyan Square via Boar Lane / Lower Briggate Wheelchair access, air con, free drinks and snacks Spread the word! @mesmac.bsky.social @leedslgbtqangels.bsky.social

New prime minister Andy Burnham is being urged to introduce rent controls to tackle record-high rents. But will he?

Will Andy Burnham introduce rent controls as prime minister?

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Sip & Sketch - Tomorrow! Fri 17 July 4.30 - 6.30 ! New! Pride Place event for those interested in drawing and meeting others in the LGBTQIA+ community Casual vibes! Coffee & cake available at the café Drawing materials provided, feel free to bring your own £3 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sip-sketch...

Quiet Space Space this Sunday during Leeds Pride! Join us anytime 12 - 5pm for a chill space away from the crowds Leeds Marriott Hotel (Thomas Ambler Suite 2) Access from Trevelyan Square via Boar Lane / Lower Briggate Wheelchair accessible and has air con! Tea, coffee, water and snacks available

🇪🇸⚽️🌈 Among the very few out #LGBTQ footballers in the men’s pro game, Alberto Lejarraga is the only one with a husband. I spoke to him for @outsports.com about his love for Ruben, coming out, the ongoing need for outspoken allies like Borja Iglesias and Hector Bellerin, and Spain’s World Cup hopes.

Spain's only out LGBTQ men's soccer player feels 'completely free' - Outsports

A year after marrying his husband, Alberto Lejarraga — the only out player in men's pro soccer in Spain — talks exclusively to Outsports about love, life and supporting his country in the World Cup.

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“Many signs of hope”: Tens of thousands gather for first Budapest Pride March since Orbán’s ousting - buff.ly/AUs663y

Token Queers- charity night of drag, music and poetry Sat 8th Aug at Wharf Chambers Sharing queer joy, solidarity, showcasing local talent & raising funds for LGBT hangout! Tickets: sliding scale (£5-15) Lack of funds? contact finley-jakem@outlook.com in advance www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/token-quee...

Token Queers- charity night of drag, music and poetry

Expect Drag acts, Queer poetry and even some music! Sharing queer joy, solidarity, showcasing local talent & raising funds for LGBT hangout!

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The Purple List - a one-man play We meet Sam, looking after his beloved husband Derek on their wedding day 💜 Sometime sad, often funny, always moving Weds 15 July, 7pm at Flamingos cafe Tickets www.ticketsource.com/whats-on/lee... @leedslgbtqangels.bsky.social @touchstonesupport.bsky.social

Pride Place Open Mic! Thurs 2nd July 7-9pm An inclusive space for the LGBTQIA+ community Come and share your talent: comedy, music, poetry, magic... ALL levels of experience welcome ! www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lgbtqia-op... @leedslgbtqangels.bsky.social @mesmac.bsky.social @forumcentral.bsky.social

Join Scope for a celebration of disabled identity, community and inclusion. Leeds Disability Pride will bring people together for inspiring speakers, interactive workshops, creative activities and opportunities to connect with others. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/leeds-disa...

Sip & Sketch - a new Pride Place event for those interested in drawing and meeting others in the LGBTQIA+ community Fri 17 July 4.30 - 6.30 Casual vibes! Coffee & cake available at the café All drawing materials provided but feel free to bring your own along www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sip-sketch...

Banning social media could have serious consequences for LGBTQIA+ young people, who often use social media to find community, support and safety.

Youth social media bans should raise privacy concerns for everyone

TL;DR: The UK Government has announced a sweeping under-16s social media ban, which could have implications for privacy rights for everyone. The UK government has announced a sweeping ban on children under the age of 16 accessing social media. This landmark decision – in what is already a highly

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30 days of #Pride. Day 18 Next time you are tempted to ask someone how/when they knew they were LGBTQIA+, maybe ask yourself “How do I know I am hetero/f/m/etc?” Same same.

Here’s how to be an ally to the 700,000 autistic people in the UK as Autistic Pride Day falls on 18 June, writes Alexis Quinn.

How to be an ally to autistic people on Autistic Pride Day

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Congratulations to our football players for an outstanding performance today in the MHU Leeds tournament for Northern Man Festival - proud to have got thru to semi finals, knocked out by the overall winners. Huge appreciation to the other teams & the organisers.. see you next year!

🤝 Today is #RaceUnityDay Together, we celebrate diversity, challenge racism, and build communities where everyone belongs. 🌍 🌈 Support our work and join the movement. #RaceUnityDay #AfricanRainbowFamily #Equality #UnityInDiversity

The Purple List - a one-man play exploring themes of love, loss & adjusting to new roles. We meet Sam, looking after his beloved husband Derek on their wedding day Sometime sad, often funny, but always moving 💜 Weds 15 July, 7pm @clothcatleeds.bsky.social www.ticketsource.com/whats-on/lee...

LGBT Chronicles In 1970, the first Pride marches took place in New York, Chicago & Los Angeles. 👉 Do you see Pride more as protest, celebration, or both? #ts #transgender # #queer #pride #nonbinary #lesbian #gay #translivesmatter #LGBTQ #LGBT, #Gay #LoveIsLove #LGBTQIA #bi

Over the past decade, Rainbow Sisters - our solidarity group for LGBTQ+ women seeking safety - have achieved amazing things! 😍🏳️‍🌈 From groundbreaking research to Pride celebrations, our Rainbow Sisters bring joy and sisterhood to every day. #LVW26 1/🧵

Just a few days left to share feedback about your experience at Pride Place ! Prideplace.org.uk/survey Each entry helps us to improve what we do and supports future funding bids 💕 @forumcentral.bsky.social @mesmac.bsky.social @leedslgbtqangels.bsky.social @outtogetherlgbt.bsky.social

Pride of Place Leeds@popleeds.bsky.social · 4mo ago

Have you visited Pride Place in the last year? Please complete this quick survey, to assist with future funding & making improvements Prideplace.org.uk/survey Closes 30th April Please share! @forumcentral.bsky.social @mesmac.bsky.social @leedslgbtqangels.bsky.social @outtogetherlgbt.bsky.social

Tues 5th May 7.30 pm - Pure Imagination 💫 For ages, queer people have rejected imposed expectations What do you wish was possible? Join us, doodle and chat with community members; imagine a better world and figure out how we can make it happen Booking (free) www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/inclusive-...

Inclusive Voices: Pure Imagination

Doodle, play, and chat about what the world could look like and how we can make it happen.

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The judgment last April was a defining, but not definitive, moment. We may come to remember April 2025 as the moment we galvanised our movement www.wearequeeraf.com/we-mustnt-ov...

We mustn't overlook the tireless work, activism and progress since the Supreme Court

The judgment last April was a defining, but not definitive, moment. We may come to remember April 2025 as the moment we galvanised our movement

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The next generation can help protect our bumblebees 🐝 Our Bumblebee-friendly Schools Award is a fun, hands-on way for young people to connect with nature by: 🌱 planting for pollinators 🎓 learning about bumblebees 🫶 and taking action in their local community Find out more: https://ow.ly/OUFe50YOoJW

Networking Social tonight ! Fri 24 April! Fed up of trying to promote or find events online? Join us for in-person Networking at Flamingos Café 7.30 - 9pm at Pride Place @ Flamingos, LS1 6DX @leedslgbtqangels.bsky.social @mesmac.bsky.social Book here (free) www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pride-plac...

Pride Place Networking Social evening

Are you fed up of trying to promote or find events and socialise online? Join us for some in-person Networking at Flamingos Cafe, Leeds.

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