Kinder Stronger Better

A partnership of LGBTQI, drug/alcohol, family support services & academics working to tackle health inequalities on alcohol & drugs.

[Murray's Initiative @GCAglasgow]

CALLING ALL GCA Service Users! Are you interested in having your views heard on how GCA operates? Would you like to volunteer your time to our new Service User Involvement Group? We have an Information session for you to hear more with lunch included! 🤩
See below for details 👇

[Kinder Stronger Better @LGBTQISubUse]

We are in @gcuwellbeing today! Come and say hello to the team 👋☺️💫🤩

[Kinder Stronger Better @LGBTQISubUse]

A fantastic night was had last night at our KSB Group. A Pottery class which led to some creative and delightful outcomes! If you are interested in getting involved or you would like more information, you can follow the link below: https://t.co/1rmfoMzmc1 call 0141 353 1800

[Kinder Stronger Better @LGBTQISubUse]

We have an exciting few weeks coming up in the KSB Group with Pottery, Valentines Crafts & Discussion Group! We will also be holding a guitar jamming session which you can get involved in by following the link below👇
https://t.co/aHimZtydiv
Or you can call us on 0141 353 1800 😊

[Kinder Stronger Better @LGBTQISubUse]

A fantastic KSB Network meeting had today here at @gcaglasgow Thank you to all our partners who attended! @fassglasgow @alcoholfocusscotland @mungofoundation @GCUSHLS @moveonscotland @GCAglasgow 😍

[Kinder Stronger Better @LGBTQISubUse]

A fantastic night our Tuesday Group had last night, Pictionary, Tea and Biscuits with some peer support! 2025 is a busy year for the group! If you are interested in finding out more, follow the link below:
https://t.co/TJAMkDN6ml

[Kinder Stronger Better @LGBTQISubUse]

🔊 Research participants sought

Are you #LGBTQIA? Take part in this survey on experiences of suicidal thinking and behaviours

#SuicidePrevention

@LGBTHealthy @LGBTIScotland @LGBTHistoryScot @OurStoryScot @StonewallScot

[Balance North East @BalanceNE]

1/2 We’d never tell people to “smoke responsibly” but “drink responsibly” is the alcohol industry's main message. It’s a vague message which places blame for problems away from industry and onto individuals, and may deepen stigma and shame felt by people struggling with alcohol.

[British Liver Trust @LiverTrust]

#LessSurvivableCancersAwarenessWeek starts today, and we're standing with our @LessSurvivable Cancers Taskforce colleagues to call for urgent action.

Sadly there are 17 new liver cancer diagnoses each day in the UK. Find out more about liver cancer on the Liver Cancer UK website: https://t.co/IjHkXNHn4h

[ASH Scotland @ASHScotland]

Sign up to get our latest e-newsletter!

With info about our upcoming learning week as well as a date for No Smoking Day 2025, it's packed with dates for your diary.

Get it straight to your inbox --> https://t.co/K9fhopPDe7

[LGBT+ History Month 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ @LGBTHM]

February is fast approaching, meaning it's nearly time for the 20th UK LGBT+ History month. The 2025 theme is #ActivismAndSocialChange.

Throughout history LGBT+ people have been activists & helped shape & create social change, advancing society for everyone.

#LGBTplusHM2025

[Kinder Stronger Better @LGBTQISubUse]

This month is #LoveYourLiver Month run by @LiverTrust

LGBT folks experience higher levels of alcohol harm than our straight/cis peers 😢

Check out their screening tool and check whether you might be at risk of #LiverDisease

[Alcohol Focus Scotland @AlcoholFocus]

January is #LoveYourLiver Month, run by the @LiverTrust

Drinking even small amounts of alcohol over a lengthy period can increase your risk of liver disease

Could you be at risk of liver disease?

Find out by taking an online screening 🔽

https://t.co/j1lIzjrtWX

[Murray's Initiative @GCAglasgow]

Opportunities with GCA!
Role: Alcohol Counsellor
Salary: GCA Salary Grade 6 £26,002 to £28,891 per annum (pro rata)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 7.5 hours per week on Saturdays

[Dry January @dryjanuary]

To help raise awareness of the Try Dry® app - the tool to rule your #DryJanuaryChallenge, Counter Culture have produced a new kombucha called Try Dry®, which is a tasty Citrus Yuzu flavour.🍋🍊🫧

As the Official Kombucha of the Dry January® challenge, Counter Culture are offering a huge 20% off on their website.

With their range of unique flavours, this is the perfect time to treat yourself to some Kombucha!

To take advantage of the discount, visit their website here and use code DRYJANUARY20 at checkout⬇️ https://t.co/aNYEKJjOus

[GlasgowCityADP @GlasgowCityADP]

Our priority is your safety and well-being. You can return to The Thistle as often as you need, and we can provide naloxone kits as you leave.

To watch the full video and to find out more about The Thistle, go to: https://t.co/SRXtWpuHGd

@GCHSCP

[Kinder Stronger Better @LGBTQISubUse]

This is a deeply troubling development from @Meta 🤦‍♂️

Factually incorrect & LGBTphobic statements/opinions of this nature directly result in worse mental health outcomes for our community - driving higher levels of harmful substance use

https://t.co/AIo9pn2o6n

[Dry January @dryjanuary]

All across the UK people have been setting themselves up to BOSS the Dry January® challenge with our free Try Dry® app.

And with a colourful capybara, a weightlifting granny and a stunt-riding motorcyclist helping to set everyone up for success, there's never been a better time to take part!

It's not too late to take on the Dry January® challenge and download our free Try Dry® app to double your chances of success⬇️ https://t.co/RX3wpkEMpD
#DryJanuaryChallenge #DryJanuary #BossIt

[Alcohol Focus Scotland @AlcoholFocus]

The inescapable nature of outdoor #AlcoholAdvertising causes difficulties to people in recovery

Visit our website to find out how you can take action to support efforts to restrict #AlcoholMarketing

https://t.co/5R2vaJAzL2

#InYourFace
#AlcoholMarketing

[Alcohol Focus Scotland @AlcoholFocus]

January is #LoveYourLiver Month, run by the @LiverTrust

Drinking even small amounts of alcohol over a lengthy period can increase your risk of liver disease

Could you be at risk of liver disease?

Find out by taking an online screening 🔽

https://t.co/j1lIzjrtWX

[Kinder Stronger Better @LGBTQISubUse]

Lovely meeting at @lgbtys fantastic work that the organisation does 👏 looking forward to our future partnership working 🤝💜💫