GIRES UK
@giresuk.bsky.social
UK charity Gender Identity Research & Education Society has been improving the lives of trans & gender diverse people since 1997.
We provide support, research, EDI resources, training and policy advice to individuals and organisations.
www.gires.org.uk
We provide support, research, EDI resources, training and policy advice to individuals and organisations.
www.gires.org.uk
The Kite Trust are currently working on a national project called Turning The Tide for LGBTQ+ Youth. There’s more info here: thekitetrust.org.uk/current-kite...
Participant Sheet:
www.gires.org.uk/wp-content/u...
Additionally, use the QR code on the poster or link to the Survey: shorturl.at/7U7Y4
Participant Sheet:
www.gires.org.uk/wp-content/u...
Additionally, use the QR code on the poster or link to the Survey: shorturl.at/7U7Y4
January 28, 2026 at 12:49 PM
The Kite Trust are currently working on a national project called Turning The Tide for LGBTQ+ Youth. There’s more info here: thekitetrust.org.uk/current-kite...
Participant Sheet:
www.gires.org.uk/wp-content/u...
Additionally, use the QR code on the poster or link to the Survey: shorturl.at/7U7Y4
Participant Sheet:
www.gires.org.uk/wp-content/u...
Additionally, use the QR code on the poster or link to the Survey: shorturl.at/7U7Y4
GIRES is sharing on behalf of South East London Mind.
Queer Minds trans drop-in group,began in Sept 2025.
Drop-ins on the 1st Wednesday of every month from 5:30-8:30 pm at 3 Space International House in Brixton.
More Info
selmind.org.uk/queerminds/
or Outsavvy www.outsavvy.com/.../29188/qu...
Queer Minds trans drop-in group,began in Sept 2025.
Drop-ins on the 1st Wednesday of every month from 5:30-8:30 pm at 3 Space International House in Brixton.
More Info
selmind.org.uk/queerminds/
or Outsavvy www.outsavvy.com/.../29188/qu...
Queer Minds | South East London Mind
Are you looking for a safe and welcoming space to connect with other LGBTQIA+ people in Lambeth and Southwark?
selmind.org.uk
January 21, 2026 at 10:28 AM
GIRES is sharing on behalf of South East London Mind.
Queer Minds trans drop-in group,began in Sept 2025.
Drop-ins on the 1st Wednesday of every month from 5:30-8:30 pm at 3 Space International House in Brixton.
More Info
selmind.org.uk/queerminds/
or Outsavvy www.outsavvy.com/.../29188/qu...
Queer Minds trans drop-in group,began in Sept 2025.
Drop-ins on the 1st Wednesday of every month from 5:30-8:30 pm at 3 Space International House in Brixton.
More Info
selmind.org.uk/queerminds/
or Outsavvy www.outsavvy.com/.../29188/qu...
☃️ ❄️ Season’s Greetings
At this time of year, we’re holding space for trans, non-binary & gender-diverse people, their families, and everyone who supports inclusion and dignity.
Wherever you are, however you mark the season, everyone deserves safety, respect, and to belong.
Love from GIRES 💙
At this time of year, we’re holding space for trans, non-binary & gender-diverse people, their families, and everyone who supports inclusion and dignity.
Wherever you are, however you mark the season, everyone deserves safety, respect, and to belong.
Love from GIRES 💙
December 24, 2025 at 12:56 PM
☃️ ❄️ Season’s Greetings
At this time of year, we’re holding space for trans, non-binary & gender-diverse people, their families, and everyone who supports inclusion and dignity.
Wherever you are, however you mark the season, everyone deserves safety, respect, and to belong.
Love from GIRES 💙
At this time of year, we’re holding space for trans, non-binary & gender-diverse people, their families, and everyone who supports inclusion and dignity.
Wherever you are, however you mark the season, everyone deserves safety, respect, and to belong.
Love from GIRES 💙
December 23, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Reposted by GIRES UK
FREE Mental Health Workshop - 'Festival Survival'.
More/Sign Up → tonicmusic.co.uk/post/nmts25
'Never Mind The Stigma' is a FREE programme of Mental Health Support for Music Fans.
#NeverMindTheStigma
#MentalHealth #Tonic #Music
More/Sign Up → tonicmusic.co.uk/post/nmts25
'Never Mind The Stigma' is a FREE programme of Mental Health Support for Music Fans.
#NeverMindTheStigma
#MentalHealth #Tonic #Music
May 7, 2025 at 9:47 AM
FREE Mental Health Workshop - 'Festival Survival'.
More/Sign Up → tonicmusic.co.uk/post/nmts25
'Never Mind The Stigma' is a FREE programme of Mental Health Support for Music Fans.
#NeverMindTheStigma
#MentalHealth #Tonic #Music
More/Sign Up → tonicmusic.co.uk/post/nmts25
'Never Mind The Stigma' is a FREE programme of Mental Health Support for Music Fans.
#NeverMindTheStigma
#MentalHealth #Tonic #Music
What Recent Tribunal Verdicts Clarify About Trans Inclusion in the Workplace - GIRES Statement on the Sandie Peggie verdict and the Leonardo UK Judgement
Read our full statement online here: www.gires.org.uk/sandie-peggy-leonardo-uk-tribunal-verdicts-trans-inclusion-workplace
Read our full statement online here: www.gires.org.uk/sandie-peggy-leonardo-uk-tribunal-verdicts-trans-inclusion-workplace
December 11, 2025 at 9:00 AM
What Recent Tribunal Verdicts Clarify About Trans Inclusion in the Workplace - GIRES Statement on the Sandie Peggie verdict and the Leonardo UK Judgement
Read our full statement online here: www.gires.org.uk/sandie-peggy-leonardo-uk-tribunal-verdicts-trans-inclusion-workplace
Read our full statement online here: www.gires.org.uk/sandie-peggy-leonardo-uk-tribunal-verdicts-trans-inclusion-workplace
Trans rights are human rights. This principle is central to international human rights law. Yet it is increasingly contested in debate.
Every person has the right to safety, dignity, privacy, family life, healthcare, education, and participation in society without discrimination.
#HumanRightsDay
Every person has the right to safety, dignity, privacy, family life, healthcare, education, and participation in society without discrimination.
#HumanRightsDay
December 10, 2025 at 12:52 PM
Trans rights are human rights. This principle is central to international human rights law. Yet it is increasingly contested in debate.
Every person has the right to safety, dignity, privacy, family life, healthcare, education, and participation in society without discrimination.
#HumanRightsDay
Every person has the right to safety, dignity, privacy, family life, healthcare, education, and participation in society without discrimination.
#HumanRightsDay
GIRES Shares from University of Lincoln
Exploring history & lived experiences of trans masculine people in Britain between 1940 and 2005. Share your experiences or personal reflections on trans masculine life and history in a one-to-one interview.
contact Charlie
19692488@students.lincoln.ac.uk
Exploring history & lived experiences of trans masculine people in Britain between 1940 and 2005. Share your experiences or personal reflections on trans masculine life and history in a one-to-one interview.
contact Charlie
19692488@students.lincoln.ac.uk
December 10, 2025 at 10:31 AM
GIRES Shares from University of Lincoln
Exploring history & lived experiences of trans masculine people in Britain between 1940 and 2005. Share your experiences or personal reflections on trans masculine life and history in a one-to-one interview.
contact Charlie
19692488@students.lincoln.ac.uk
Exploring history & lived experiences of trans masculine people in Britain between 1940 and 2005. Share your experiences or personal reflections on trans masculine life and history in a one-to-one interview.
contact Charlie
19692488@students.lincoln.ac.uk
Girlguiding and the WI have announced new policies that exclude trans women and girls.
GIRES has set out why this approach is not required by law and why exclusion harms those already facing the greatest barriers to belonging. Read our full statement here:
👉 tinyurl.com/GIRESGGWI
GIRES has set out why this approach is not required by law and why exclusion harms those already facing the greatest barriers to belonging. Read our full statement here:
👉 tinyurl.com/GIRESGGWI
December 4, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Girlguiding and the WI have announced new policies that exclude trans women and girls.
GIRES has set out why this approach is not required by law and why exclusion harms those already facing the greatest barriers to belonging. Read our full statement here:
👉 tinyurl.com/GIRESGGWI
GIRES has set out why this approach is not required by law and why exclusion harms those already facing the greatest barriers to belonging. Read our full statement here:
👉 tinyurl.com/GIRESGGWI
📢 Trans rights groups are taking the UK Government back to the ECtHR.
TACC and Trans Exile Network have filed a joint case arguing that the UK has never complied with the 2002 Goodwin v UK ruling - which established privacy and recognition rights for trans people under Article 8.
TACC and Trans Exile Network have filed a joint case arguing that the UK has never complied with the 2002 Goodwin v UK ruling - which established privacy and recognition rights for trans people under Article 8.
November 21, 2025 at 9:01 AM
📢 Trans rights groups are taking the UK Government back to the ECtHR.
TACC and Trans Exile Network have filed a joint case arguing that the UK has never complied with the 2002 Goodwin v UK ruling - which established privacy and recognition rights for trans people under Article 8.
TACC and Trans Exile Network have filed a joint case arguing that the UK has never complied with the 2002 Goodwin v UK ruling - which established privacy and recognition rights for trans people under Article 8.
Today, on Trans Day of Remembrance, we remember the trans people whose lives were taken too soon. It is a day of loss, but it is also a reminder that every trans+ life holds meaning, not only in grand moments but in everyday interactions.
#TDoR 🕯️ 🦋
#TDoR 🕯️ 🦋
November 20, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Today, on Trans Day of Remembrance, we remember the trans people whose lives were taken too soon. It is a day of loss, but it is also a reminder that every trans+ life holds meaning, not only in grand moments but in everyday interactions.
#TDoR 🕯️ 🦋
#TDoR 🕯️ 🦋
📢 After pressure from the @GoodLawProject.bsky.social The EHRC has withdrawn its interim guidance on single-sex spaces - a document that had encouraged trans exclusion.
The EHRC had wrongly implied that trans people could be routinely excluded from services protected under the Equality Act.
The EHRC had wrongly implied that trans people could be routinely excluded from services protected under the Equality Act.
November 19, 2025 at 7:42 PM
📢 After pressure from the @GoodLawProject.bsky.social The EHRC has withdrawn its interim guidance on single-sex spaces - a document that had encouraged trans exclusion.
The EHRC had wrongly implied that trans people could be routinely excluded from services protected under the Equality Act.
The EHRC had wrongly implied that trans people could be routinely excluded from services protected under the Equality Act.
GIRES is sharing on behalf of the Brighton & Sussex Medical School
Could you improve Trans Healthcare?
Focusing on the trust that transgender people have in their GP.
See poster for full information.
To participate, scan the QR code or email TransCare@bsms
Could you improve Trans Healthcare?
Focusing on the trust that transgender people have in their GP.
See poster for full information.
To participate, scan the QR code or email TransCare@bsms
November 17, 2025 at 4:04 PM
GIRES is sharing on behalf of the Brighton & Sussex Medical School
Could you improve Trans Healthcare?
Focusing on the trust that transgender people have in their GP.
See poster for full information.
To participate, scan the QR code or email TransCare@bsms
Could you improve Trans Healthcare?
Focusing on the trust that transgender people have in their GP.
See poster for full information.
To participate, scan the QR code or email TransCare@bsms
🏳⚧ Trans Awareness Week is an important moment, but it also highlights a difficult reality that many trans+ people face throughout the year.
This expectation can be exhausting and unfair, especially in a climate where trans visibility comes with risk as well as pressure.
#TransAwarenessWeek
This expectation can be exhausting and unfair, especially in a climate where trans visibility comes with risk as well as pressure.
#TransAwarenessWeek
November 14, 2025 at 4:04 PM
🏳⚧ Trans Awareness Week is an important moment, but it also highlights a difficult reality that many trans+ people face throughout the year.
This expectation can be exhausting and unfair, especially in a climate where trans visibility comes with risk as well as pressure.
#TransAwarenessWeek
This expectation can be exhausting and unfair, especially in a climate where trans visibility comes with risk as well as pressure.
#TransAwarenessWeek
GIRES is sharing on behalf of the University of Birmingham
Research project to gain a deeper personal understanding of individuals who are gender diverse and how they navigate the relationship between gender diversity and religion.
More information:
navigatingidentities@contacts.bham.ac.uk
Research project to gain a deeper personal understanding of individuals who are gender diverse and how they navigate the relationship between gender diversity and religion.
More information:
navigatingidentities@contacts.bham.ac.uk
October 31, 2025 at 2:15 PM
GIRES is sharing on behalf of the University of Birmingham
Research project to gain a deeper personal understanding of individuals who are gender diverse and how they navigate the relationship between gender diversity and religion.
More information:
navigatingidentities@contacts.bham.ac.uk
Research project to gain a deeper personal understanding of individuals who are gender diverse and how they navigate the relationship between gender diversity and religion.
More information:
navigatingidentities@contacts.bham.ac.uk
GIRES is sharing on behalf of the University of Oxford
Research project hoping to understand the experiences of LGBT+ young people and their families. All answers are anonymised.
See more:
psychiatryoxford.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Research project hoping to understand the experiences of LGBT+ young people and their families. All answers are anonymised.
See more:
psychiatryoxford.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
October 29, 2025 at 3:45 PM
GIRES is sharing on behalf of the University of Oxford
Research project hoping to understand the experiences of LGBT+ young people and their families. All answers are anonymised.
See more:
psychiatryoxford.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Research project hoping to understand the experiences of LGBT+ young people and their families. All answers are anonymised.
See more:
psychiatryoxford.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
📢 The NHS is reviewing adult gender services - the Levy Review will shape the future of gender-affirming care in England.
This review could decide who gets access, what treatment is offered, and how HRT is prescribed.
We need a system that centres safety, dignity, and autonomy - not more barriers.
This review could decide who gets access, what treatment is offered, and how HRT is prescribed.
We need a system that centres safety, dignity, and autonomy - not more barriers.
October 29, 2025 at 2:08 PM
📢 The NHS is reviewing adult gender services - the Levy Review will shape the future of gender-affirming care in England.
This review could decide who gets access, what treatment is offered, and how HRT is prescribed.
We need a system that centres safety, dignity, and autonomy - not more barriers.
This review could decide who gets access, what treatment is offered, and how HRT is prescribed.
We need a system that centres safety, dignity, and autonomy - not more barriers.
GIRES is sharing on behalf of Beyond Reflections:
Beyond Reflections Festive Fundraiser Dinner & Dance in memory of Paul Draycott.
8th December 2025
Southampton *full details available upon ticket purchase
Book ticket here: www.ticketsource.co.uk/beyond-refle...
Beyond Reflections Festive Fundraiser Dinner & Dance in memory of Paul Draycott.
8th December 2025
Southampton *full details available upon ticket purchase
Book ticket here: www.ticketsource.co.uk/beyond-refle...
October 28, 2025 at 12:24 PM
GIRES is sharing on behalf of Beyond Reflections:
Beyond Reflections Festive Fundraiser Dinner & Dance in memory of Paul Draycott.
8th December 2025
Southampton *full details available upon ticket purchase
Book ticket here: www.ticketsource.co.uk/beyond-refle...
Beyond Reflections Festive Fundraiser Dinner & Dance in memory of Paul Draycott.
8th December 2025
Southampton *full details available upon ticket purchase
Book ticket here: www.ticketsource.co.uk/beyond-refle...
🏗️ GIRES is building the digital infrastructure trans+ lives deserve.
🌐 We’re creating a national hub linking research, resources, and training to make reliable info on trans+ lives accessible for all, and turning evidence into real-world impact.
🔗 Read more: www.gires.org.uk/gires-our-ne...
🌐 We’re creating a national hub linking research, resources, and training to make reliable info on trans+ lives accessible for all, and turning evidence into real-world impact.
🔗 Read more: www.gires.org.uk/gires-our-ne...
October 15, 2025 at 8:46 AM
🏗️ GIRES is building the digital infrastructure trans+ lives deserve.
🌐 We’re creating a national hub linking research, resources, and training to make reliable info on trans+ lives accessible for all, and turning evidence into real-world impact.
🔗 Read more: www.gires.org.uk/gires-our-ne...
🌐 We’re creating a national hub linking research, resources, and training to make reliable info on trans+ lives accessible for all, and turning evidence into real-world impact.
🔗 Read more: www.gires.org.uk/gires-our-ne...
GIRES has agreed to endorse the following Research Project
Helping to understand how autistic people identify themselves in relation to
their diagnosis, and how this intersects with other
community identities.
Please see the poster/Link:
cityunilondon.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Helping to understand how autistic people identify themselves in relation to
their diagnosis, and how this intersects with other
community identities.
Please see the poster/Link:
cityunilondon.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
October 10, 2025 at 11:23 AM
GIRES has agreed to endorse the following Research Project
Helping to understand how autistic people identify themselves in relation to
their diagnosis, and how this intersects with other
community identities.
Please see the poster/Link:
cityunilondon.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Helping to understand how autistic people identify themselves in relation to
their diagnosis, and how this intersects with other
community identities.
Please see the poster/Link:
cityunilondon.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
GIRES has agreed to endorse this research recruitment study to understand how psychological therapy for trans people can be improved. This project has been developed closely with trans people with lived experience of mental health difficulties.
For more information, please see the poster.
For more information, please see the poster.
October 3, 2025 at 10:10 AM
GIRES has agreed to endorse this research recruitment study to understand how psychological therapy for trans people can be improved. This project has been developed closely with trans people with lived experience of mental health difficulties.
For more information, please see the poster.
For more information, please see the poster.
GIRES has endorsed the following photovoice project
Are you trans (aged 18–24)?
Share & showcase photos of your life experiences in open & creative discussions & exhibitions.
Remuneration & consulted on the future of the research
for more info:
lsbupsychology.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Are you trans (aged 18–24)?
Share & showcase photos of your life experiences in open & creative discussions & exhibitions.
Remuneration & consulted on the future of the research
for more info:
lsbupsychology.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
September 23, 2025 at 2:49 PM
GIRES has endorsed the following photovoice project
Are you trans (aged 18–24)?
Share & showcase photos of your life experiences in open & creative discussions & exhibitions.
Remuneration & consulted on the future of the research
for more info:
lsbupsychology.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Are you trans (aged 18–24)?
Share & showcase photos of your life experiences in open & creative discussions & exhibitions.
Remuneration & consulted on the future of the research
for more info:
lsbupsychology.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
🌈 New Resource: Being Ready Community Journal 📝
Talking about end of life can feel difficult, but planning ahead can bring comfort & peace of mind
As part of the Being Ready Project, GIRES, along with @hospiceuk.bsky.social & @mariecurieuk.bsky.social has created the Being Ready Community Journal
Talking about end of life can feel difficult, but planning ahead can bring comfort & peace of mind
As part of the Being Ready Project, GIRES, along with @hospiceuk.bsky.social & @mariecurieuk.bsky.social has created the Being Ready Community Journal
September 16, 2025 at 5:00 PM
🌈 New Resource: Being Ready Community Journal 📝
Talking about end of life can feel difficult, but planning ahead can bring comfort & peace of mind
As part of the Being Ready Project, GIRES, along with @hospiceuk.bsky.social & @mariecurieuk.bsky.social has created the Being Ready Community Journal
Talking about end of life can feel difficult, but planning ahead can bring comfort & peace of mind
As part of the Being Ready Project, GIRES, along with @hospiceuk.bsky.social & @mariecurieuk.bsky.social has created the Being Ready Community Journal
Reposted by GIRES UK
🚨 We now have only 2 days to go and £1,455 to raise if we’re to hit our £10,000 target!
Please can you SHARE our Crowdfunder with your networks - whether it’s on social media, in a WhatsApp group, or emailing family and friends 🙏
Let’s give a final push to get over the finishing line 💙
Please can you SHARE our Crowdfunder with your networks - whether it’s on social media, in a WhatsApp group, or emailing family and friends 🙏
Let’s give a final push to get over the finishing line 💙
⚠ Only 6 days left and £3,255 still to raise!
Today is International Day of Charity, and we’re asking for your support to help us keep GIRES going.
🙏 Please donate and share: www.crowdfunder.co.uk/save-gires
#InternationalDayOfCharity #Epath2025 #TransResearch
Today is International Day of Charity, and we’re asking for your support to help us keep GIRES going.
🙏 Please donate and share: www.crowdfunder.co.uk/save-gires
#InternationalDayOfCharity #Epath2025 #TransResearch
September 10, 2025 at 5:28 PM
🚨 We now have only 2 days to go and £1,455 to raise if we’re to hit our £10,000 target!
Please can you SHARE our Crowdfunder with your networks - whether it’s on social media, in a WhatsApp group, or emailing family and friends 🙏
Let’s give a final push to get over the finishing line 💙
Please can you SHARE our Crowdfunder with your networks - whether it’s on social media, in a WhatsApp group, or emailing family and friends 🙏
Let’s give a final push to get over the finishing line 💙
Reposted by GIRES UK
📢 The wonderful folks at GIRES UK only have 3 days left to fundraise so they can preserve and continue their vital work 📢
Please consider donating below 👇
www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/save-gires
Please consider donating below 👇
www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/save-gires
September 9, 2025 at 10:25 AM
📢 The wonderful folks at GIRES UK only have 3 days left to fundraise so they can preserve and continue their vital work 📢
Please consider donating below 👇
www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/save-gires
Please consider donating below 👇
www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/save-gires