When it comes to protecting the lives of trans communities in the UK, deliberate and meaningful activism is paramount, and the power of writing to your MP to press for change should not be underestimated.
Why should I write to my MP?
Proactively supporting trans and non-binary inclusion is vital, and being vocal about your support can make a huge difference in the lives of trans and non-binary people in the UK and beyond. As a member of
LGBTQ+ Consortium,
we took a stand to urge Rishi Sunak to reconsider imposing further restrictions on trans and non-binary lives.
Right now, we recommend writing to your MP to help hold the UK government accountable, and to ask them to pledge their support for trans and non-binary rights and protections in the UK.
How can I write to my MP to discuss trans equality?
Manchester Pride is calling on our communities to help us Stop the Hate!
Taking action by writing to your MP is invaluable. Educating and informing politicians on trans and non-binary inequalities has the power to drive impactful change within government legislation and wider society, and this might be the single best way to help improve the lives of trans and non-binary people in the UK.
Find your local MP and their voting record here:
https://www.theyworkforyou.comTransphobia is on the rise in the UK, with guidance from both our national government and the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) putting trans and non-binary rights and freedoms at significant risk. To help fight for trans liberation, take action today by writing to your MP asking for the implementation of a ‘NOTHING ABOUT US WITHOUT US’ independent panel of trans and non-binary people to consult on all EHRC and government guidance, policies and legislation. Let’s make our voices heard as we work together to Stop the Hate. Please provide your email below to receive your template letter and all the details you need to make this Pride our most meaningful protest yet!
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How can I meet my MP to discuss trans equality?
If you’re ready to take your activism to the next level and wish to voice your concerns in person, you can request a meeting with your MP to ask questions, gain clarity on their position on trans and non-binary equality, and share your hopes for trans rights in the UK. Find out how to meet your MP here:
http://genderedintelligence.co.uk/briefings
The value of signing and sharing petitions
If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to actively support trans communities, we’d suggest signing petitions and adding your voice to campaigns in support of trans and non-binary equality. A simple share on social media once you’ve signed a petition can help expand its reach, and the broader the reach a petition has, the greater the impact it will have. Don’t forget to share petitions in your social circles or workplace too, if it is safe for you to do so.
Support for trans and non-binary people
It's a difficult time to be trans in the UK. Now more than ever, trans people need and deserve to feel seen, safe and supported. If you’re feeling concerned, anxious or overwhelmed by the issues discussed in this article, there are lots of organisations and groups working to support trans, non-binary and gender diverse people in the UK.
Find out more here.
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