WSFT LGB&T+ Network 🏳️‍🌈

We are the West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust LGB&T+ network. Open to lesbian, gay, bi, trans, queer, all other genders and sexualities and allies. Mon-Fri 9-5.

[Terrence Higgins Trust @THTorguk]

Today is #WorldAIDSDay

On 1 December, we must give thanks to those who came before us. The progress we’ve made in the fight against HIV wouldn’t be possible without their contributions.

Here's our CEO @ianrgreen on remembering those we've lost and looking to the future👇

[CharityComms @CharityComms]

Happy #AceWeek!

Want to know more? @stonewalluk have brilliantly explained what the week means and why it's important.

[Stonewall @stonewalluk]

The wonderful @theyasminbenoit has seven tips on being an ace ally! 💜🤍🖤Listen up and get to know how you can be the best ally you can. #AceWeek

[UK BLACK PRIDE @ukblackpride]

“Speaking out about being a Black intersex woman is not just freedom for me, it is an act of self-love.”

Ahead of #IntersexAwarenessDay on Tuesday 26 October, Tatenda shares her story with us on our new blog, Voices.

https://t.co/p1cNJjgqKX

[amBi @amBiSocial]

Happy #NationalComingOutDay 💜

[Initiative For Equality & Non Discrimination-INEND @INENDorg]

The bisexual pride flag was designed by a team led by LGBT activist Michael Page in 1998. Page took the colors of the bisexual pride flag from an existing bisexual symbol, the biangles.

[Mermaids @Mermaids_Gender]

Happy Bisexual+ Awareness Week to all of the bi+ people within the LGBTQIA+ community. We love you 💖💜💙

[WSFT LGB&T+ Network 🏳️‍🌈 @WSFT_LGBT]

It's September which means we're very close to NHS Virtual Pride week. Check out the link below to find out more about this absolutely packed week 👇

[Kate Ward @Katewardleeds]

For anyone who hasn't heard about @NHSEngland @people_nhs NHS Virtual Pride week, check out the link

There are so many events happening the week of 6th Sep including learning sessions, coffee, virtual parade, pilates & medication #UnderTheRainbow
https://t.co/3uI1esgSba

[WSFT LGB&T+ Network 🏳️‍🌈 @WSFT_LGBT]

Only a couple of days left of this incredible exhibition!

[DanceEast @dance_east]

This week is your final chance to catch the Freedom Exhibition in our Whistler Gallery! Curated by Suffolk Pride, this exhibition sees queer or LGBTQ+ artists and allies expressing what freedom means to them.

Make sure to come and see us before Friday! 🌈

[WSFT LGB&T+ Network 🏳️‍🌈 @WSFT_LGBT]

This looks awesome - go grab your tickets now! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

[We Are NHS People 💙 @people_nhs]

🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Tickets for NHS Virtual Pride are now available! Get your unique festival entry ticket now for a week-long access to the full Pride program here - https://t.co/gzeawvAB9M 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈
@NHSLGBT #OurNHSPeople #OverTheRainbow #NHSPride #LookingAfterOurPeople

[LGBT Foundation @LGBTfdn]

Questioning your gender identity? Trans and/or non-binary and in need of support?

Our helpline is here for you weekdays 9am - 9pm

For support, advice, or a friendly someone to listen, call us on 0345 3 30 30 30

We're here if you need us 💕

[Hannah Spencer (they/them) 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈 @hspenceruk]

International Non Binary People's Day falls later this wk - a good prompt to expand learning & understanding re: non-binary identities.🤞 @LGBTQIAOTUK will share some links that may be helpful starting points too... #ThisIsWhatNonBinaryLooksLike #SmallChangeBigImpact #LGBTQIAOT

[WSFT LGB&T+ Network 🏳️‍🌈 @WSFT_LGBT]

So proud of our network and people such as Katharine who are able to share with us what Pride means to them.

We hope you've enjoyed hearing the stories from our colleagues who have been incredible in telling us what this month means to them. #Pride2021

[West Suffolk NHS FT 🏳️‍🌈 @WestSuffolkNHS]

We are PROUD! 🏳️‍🌈

Katharine, a specialist in paediatric speech and language therapy, came out as bisexual when she was 31. She has explained what Pride means to her.

A huge thanks to Katharine who, with our LGB&T+ network, helps create an inclusive workplace for all.

#Pride2021

[WSFT LGB&T+ Network 🏳️‍🌈 @WSFT_LGBT]

Thank you so much for sharing your story Connor. We are so proud that you are able to be YOU and that's the most important thing 🏳️‍🌈#Pride2021

[West Suffolk NHS FT 🏳️‍🌈 @WestSuffolkNHS]

Inspiring 🏳️‍🌈

Connor is a nursing assistant on our F6 ward who loves caring for patients.

Sadly, Connor was bullied after he came out as gay at school, and as part of #Pride2021, he has explained how celebrating Pride can help stamp out prejudice.

We're proud of you, Connor.

[Laura Wilkes @lawilk]

@WestSuffolkNHS Happy Pride month from the Library 🌈

[WSFT LGB&T+ Network 🏳️‍🌈 @WSFT_LGBT]

We absolutely love this from Ellie #Pride

[West Suffolk NHS FT 🏳️‍🌈 @WestSuffolkNHS]

We are so incredibly proud of you, Ellie 🏳️‍🌈

As part of Pride month, members of staff who are LGB&T+ or allies who have been explaining what Pride means to them.

Ellie is a nursing assistant on our F7 ward and identifies as a lesbian.

Read about what #Pride means to her 👇

[WSFT LGB&T+ Network 🏳️‍🌈 @WSFT_LGBT]

Happy Pride month everybody!

Pride is about teaching tolerance, education in pride history and continuing to move forward in equality.

It's all about being proud of who you are no matter who you love. 🏳️‍🌈💕

[WSFT LGB&T+ Network 🏳️‍🌈 @WSFT_LGBT]

This is a great opportunity to learn about the hidden histories of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and gender non-conforming people in Suffolk’s past.

Head to the link below to book your FREE tickets 👇

[Suffolk Archives @SuffolkArchives]

We are open! 🎉So excited to finally be able to welcome visitors to our fantastic Pride in Suffolk’s Past exhibition. Book your FREE tickets online. Don’t worry booking only closes 30 minutes before your time slot so last minute plans are always welcome 😊 https://t.co/Gjr7swPisH

[WSFT LGB&T+ Network 🏳️‍🌈 @WSFT_LGBT]

This International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia & Transphobia #IDAHOBIT2021 we remind ourselves:

All LGBT+ people around the world deserve to be treated with respect, dignity and to live free from discrimination, violence & persecution.

[Ipswich Star @ipswichstar24]

Plans for Suffolk Pride 2021 celebrations revealed https://t.co/btW0IcxyQz