Sophie Lancaster Foundation
@sophiecharity.bsky.social
We work to combat prejudice and intolerance.
Sophie was murdered because of her alternative appearance. We tell her story as a catalyst for change 🖤
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Sophie was murdered because of her alternative appearance. We tell her story as a catalyst for change 🖤
https://linktr.ee/sophielancasterfoundation?utm_source=linktree_admin_share
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This is the official Sophie Lancaster Foundation page. 🖤
We work to challenge prejudice, change attitudes, and promote respect for people from alternative subcultures.
Sophie was murdered because of her appearance, our mission is to ensure no one else suffers for being themselves. 🖤
#WeAreSophie
We work to challenge prejudice, change attitudes, and promote respect for people from alternative subcultures.
Sophie was murdered because of her appearance, our mission is to ensure no one else suffers for being themselves. 🖤
#WeAreSophie
It has come to our attention that some websites have been selling our merchandise without our permission, claiming that it’s official and that the money raised comes directly to us. Unfortunately, this isn’t true
October 28, 2025 at 6:45 PM
It has come to our attention that some websites have been selling our merchandise without our permission, claiming that it’s official and that the money raised comes directly to us. Unfortunately, this isn’t true
We were proud to join Leeds City Council’s Hate Crime Awareness Week. Our CEO Alison shared Sophie’s story, the impact of hate crime, and our ACT project with reps from the NHS, council and third sector. 💜
Want us to deliver a session for your organisation? Get in touch! #HCAW
Want us to deliver a session for your organisation? Get in touch! #HCAW
October 16, 2025 at 4:16 PM
We were proud to join Leeds City Council’s Hate Crime Awareness Week. Our CEO Alison shared Sophie’s story, the impact of hate crime, and our ACT project with reps from the NHS, council and third sector. 💜
Want us to deliver a session for your organisation? Get in touch! #HCAW
Want us to deliver a session for your organisation? Get in touch! #HCAW
October 10, 2025 at 3:59 PM
We are saddened and overwhelmed at the horror of the violent attack on the Heaton Park Synagogue. No one should be targeted for their identity or the community they belong to. We stand against all forms of hate and continue to advocate for a society where everyone can live without fear of prejudice
October 2, 2025 at 11:17 AM
We are saddened and overwhelmed at the horror of the violent attack on the Heaton Park Synagogue. No one should be targeted for their identity or the community they belong to. We stand against all forms of hate and continue to advocate for a society where everyone can live without fear of prejudice
It’s 18 years ago today that the attack took place in Stubbylee Park, Bacup, that took Sophie’s life 13 days later. We send love to Sophie’s family and friends and all that love her. Sophie is not just a figurehead or a banner we march behind; she was a person who should be here with us today.
August 11, 2025 at 8:55 AM
It’s 18 years ago today that the attack took place in Stubbylee Park, Bacup, that took Sophie’s life 13 days later. We send love to Sophie’s family and friends and all that love her. Sophie is not just a figurehead or a banner we march behind; she was a person who should be here with us today.
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We just need your name, a photo, and a few words about what The Sophie Lancaster Foundation means to you.
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Or email us
We just need your name, a photo, and a few words about what The Sophie Lancaster Foundation means to you.
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August 8, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Do you want to be our Freak of the Week?
Fill out our form here: forms.gle/b3nC56KDiLxf...
Or email us
We just need your name, a photo, and a few words about what The Sophie Lancaster Foundation means to you.
Fill out our form here: forms.gle/b3nC56KDiLxf...
Or email us
We just need your name, a photo, and a few words about what The Sophie Lancaster Foundation means to you.
We're counting down the days until Bloodstock Festival where our amazing community comes together. Every year Bloodstock gives us the space to celebrate difference, individuality and unity.
So here's our question for you:
What's the most memorable or meaningful moment you've had at Bloodstock?
So here's our question for you:
What's the most memorable or meaningful moment you've had at Bloodstock?
July 31, 2025 at 4:06 PM
We're counting down the days until Bloodstock Festival where our amazing community comes together. Every year Bloodstock gives us the space to celebrate difference, individuality and unity.
So here's our question for you:
What's the most memorable or meaningful moment you've had at Bloodstock?
So here's our question for you:
What's the most memorable or meaningful moment you've had at Bloodstock?
We thought it was time to do a post for friends old and new. The Sophie Lancaster Foundation was founded by Sylvia Lancaster following Sophie’s murder, targeted solely because of the perpetrators’ response to her alternative identity.
July 29, 2025 at 9:44 AM
We thought it was time to do a post for friends old and new. The Sophie Lancaster Foundation was founded by Sylvia Lancaster following Sophie’s murder, targeted solely because of the perpetrators’ response to her alternative identity.
We’re eligible for a £2000 award 🖤
This funding will directly support our education and outreach programmes where we challenge prejudice, change attitudes and promote acceptance. It only takes a minute to nominate.
Deadline to vote is 27 July 2025.
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This funding will directly support our education and outreach programmes where we challenge prejudice, change attitudes and promote acceptance. It only takes a minute to nominate.
Deadline to vote is 27 July 2025.
movementforgood.com?utm_source=E...
July 18, 2025 at 12:27 PM
We’re eligible for a £2000 award 🖤
This funding will directly support our education and outreach programmes where we challenge prejudice, change attitudes and promote acceptance. It only takes a minute to nominate.
Deadline to vote is 27 July 2025.
movementforgood.com?utm_source=E...
This funding will directly support our education and outreach programmes where we challenge prejudice, change attitudes and promote acceptance. It only takes a minute to nominate.
Deadline to vote is 27 July 2025.
movementforgood.com?utm_source=E...
Yesterday saw the screening of Creating Your Avatar at Reel Cinemas in Blackburn, as part of the Blackburn Festival of Film. It was a meaningful moment and we’re honoured that all proceeds from the event are being donated directly to The Sophie Lancaster Foundation.
July 7, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Yesterday saw the screening of Creating Your Avatar at Reel Cinemas in Blackburn, as part of the Blackburn Festival of Film. It was a meaningful moment and we’re honoured that all proceeds from the event are being donated directly to The Sophie Lancaster Foundation.
Help us improve how we support the alternative community following hate crime. Ten minute survey conducted for us by Centre for Hate Studies and funded by National Lottery Community Fund: app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/leicester/... #wearesophie #alternative #hatecrime
June 26, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Help us improve how we support the alternative community following hate crime. Ten minute survey conducted for us by Centre for Hate Studies and funded by National Lottery Community Fund: app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/leicester/... #wearesophie #alternative #hatecrime
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June 18, 2025 at 12:37 PM
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What an incredible few days we've had at Download Festival 2025.
It was hot, it was dusty, and you patiently waited to get to the front of the line to see us. The whole team were blown away by how gracious and kind you all were, we can't tell you how much it means to us.
It was hot, it was dusty, and you patiently waited to get to the front of the line to see us. The whole team were blown away by how gracious and kind you all were, we can't tell you how much it means to us.
June 17, 2025 at 3:23 PM
What an incredible few days we've had at Download Festival 2025.
It was hot, it was dusty, and you patiently waited to get to the front of the line to see us. The whole team were blown away by how gracious and kind you all were, we can't tell you how much it means to us.
It was hot, it was dusty, and you patiently waited to get to the front of the line to see us. The whole team were blown away by how gracious and kind you all were, we can't tell you how much it means to us.
A huge thank you to LANPAC for their support in part-funding a recent education initiative delivered by our Dena and Steph. LANPAC is a unique partnership between Lancashire Constabulary, local businesses and public services that supports community-led efforts to prevent crime and promote safety.
June 9, 2025 at 5:36 PM
A huge thank you to LANPAC for their support in part-funding a recent education initiative delivered by our Dena and Steph. LANPAC is a unique partnership between Lancashire Constabulary, local businesses and public services that supports community-led efforts to prevent crime and promote safety.
The @mygivingcircle £50,000 in 100 Hours Challenge is live and we need your help.
Please take a moment to cast a free vote for us. If the £50,000 target is reached, all votes will be doubled, giving us an even better chance of securing vital funding.
Please take a moment to cast a free vote for us. If the £50,000 target is reached, all votes will be doubled, giving us an even better chance of securing vital funding.
Vote for the charities you love to share in $500,000 in grants from MyGivingCircle
Help them during the $100,000 in 100 Hours Donation Challenge
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June 6, 2025 at 3:23 PM
The @mygivingcircle £50,000 in 100 Hours Challenge is live and we need your help.
Please take a moment to cast a free vote for us. If the £50,000 target is reached, all votes will be doubled, giving us an even better chance of securing vital funding.
Please take a moment to cast a free vote for us. If the £50,000 target is reached, all votes will be doubled, giving us an even better chance of securing vital funding.
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On 22 April 1993, Stephen Lawrence was murdered in a racially motivated attack. Our thoughts today are with Baroness Doreen Lawrence, Dr Neville Lawrence and all of Stephen’s family and friends.
April 22, 2025 at 7:02 PM
On 22 April 1993, Stephen Lawrence was murdered in a racially motivated attack. Our thoughts today are with Baroness Doreen Lawrence, Dr Neville Lawrence and all of Stephen’s family and friends.
Remembering Sylvia Lancaster who passed away 3 years ago today. She used her voice to challenge the status quo and demand justice for alternative people. We continue her legacy. Rest in peace Sylvia. 🖤 #SophieLancasterFoundation
April 12, 2025 at 11:10 AM
Remembering Sylvia Lancaster who passed away 3 years ago today. She used her voice to challenge the status quo and demand justice for alternative people. We continue her legacy. Rest in peace Sylvia. 🖤 #SophieLancasterFoundation
"My appearance isn’t hurting anyone, yet I’ve had rocks thrown at me, filmed without consent, and verbally abused."
80% of alternative people have faced hate crime. Most don’t report it. ACT is fighting to change that.
🔗 Learn more & take action: www.sophielancasterfoundation.com/national-lot...
80% of alternative people have faced hate crime. Most don’t report it. ACT is fighting to change that.
🔗 Learn more & take action: www.sophielancasterfoundation.com/national-lot...
National Lottery Funding to tackle Alternative Subculture Hate Crime - The Sophie Lancaster Foundation
We have HUGE news to share with you. We are delighted to tell you that we have been awarded a grant from the National Lottery Community Fund of £258,928. This funding will be spread over three years a...
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April 1, 2025 at 11:49 AM
"My appearance isn’t hurting anyone, yet I’ve had rocks thrown at me, filmed without consent, and verbally abused."
80% of alternative people have faced hate crime. Most don’t report it. ACT is fighting to change that.
🔗 Learn more & take action: www.sophielancasterfoundation.com/national-lot...
80% of alternative people have faced hate crime. Most don’t report it. ACT is fighting to change that.
🔗 Learn more & take action: www.sophielancasterfoundation.com/national-lot...
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In this day and age we shouldn’t need charities like @sophiecharity.bsky.social but the reality is we do. Stamp Out Prejudice Hatred and Intolerance Everywhere. This is Sophie’s World #wearesophie #songs4sophie @dark-sacred-night.bsky.social @juderowley.bsky.social
March 27, 2025 at 8:25 AM
In this day and age we shouldn’t need charities like @sophiecharity.bsky.social but the reality is we do. Stamp Out Prejudice Hatred and Intolerance Everywhere. This is Sophie’s World #wearesophie #songs4sophie @dark-sacred-night.bsky.social @juderowley.bsky.social
March 11th is GivingTuesday at MyGivingCircle - designed to encourage generosity and giving.
MyGivingCircle is donating an extra £1,500 to the 6 charities that get the most new votes today on GivingTuesday.
Can you take a moment to vote today at mygivingcircle.org/the-sophie-l...
Thank you🖤
MyGivingCircle is donating an extra £1,500 to the 6 charities that get the most new votes today on GivingTuesday.
Can you take a moment to vote today at mygivingcircle.org/the-sophie-l...
Thank you🖤
Vote for The Sophie Lancaster Foundation to share £300,000
Voting closes at midnight tonight! The Top 6 charities with the most votes win part of £1,500!
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March 11, 2025 at 12:13 PM
March 11th is GivingTuesday at MyGivingCircle - designed to encourage generosity and giving.
MyGivingCircle is donating an extra £1,500 to the 6 charities that get the most new votes today on GivingTuesday.
Can you take a moment to vote today at mygivingcircle.org/the-sophie-l...
Thank you🖤
MyGivingCircle is donating an extra £1,500 to the 6 charities that get the most new votes today on GivingTuesday.
Can you take a moment to vote today at mygivingcircle.org/the-sophie-l...
Thank you🖤
Every donation helps us continue our mission to challenge prejudice and promote acceptance. As a small charity, every donation helps us provide vital work to our community. Together, we can tell Sophie’s story as a catalyst for change.
READ MORE: www.sophielancasterfoundation.com/support/how-...
READ MORE: www.sophielancasterfoundation.com/support/how-...
March 4, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Every donation helps us continue our mission to challenge prejudice and promote acceptance. As a small charity, every donation helps us provide vital work to our community. Together, we can tell Sophie’s story as a catalyst for change.
READ MORE: www.sophielancasterfoundation.com/support/how-...
READ MORE: www.sophielancasterfoundation.com/support/how-...
With International Women’s
Day just over a week away, we’re putting together a
community playlist to celebrate the incredible women in
our alternative music scene!
WHICH WOMEN IN ALTERNATIVE MUSIC ARE YOUR
ICONS?
Drop your favourite songs by them in the comments 🖤
Day just over a week away, we’re putting together a
community playlist to celebrate the incredible women in
our alternative music scene!
WHICH WOMEN IN ALTERNATIVE MUSIC ARE YOUR
ICONS?
Drop your favourite songs by them in the comments 🖤
February 28, 2025 at 4:48 PM
With International Women’s
Day just over a week away, we’re putting together a
community playlist to celebrate the incredible women in
our alternative music scene!
WHICH WOMEN IN ALTERNATIVE MUSIC ARE YOUR
ICONS?
Drop your favourite songs by them in the comments 🖤
Day just over a week away, we’re putting together a
community playlist to celebrate the incredible women in
our alternative music scene!
WHICH WOMEN IN ALTERNATIVE MUSIC ARE YOUR
ICONS?
Drop your favourite songs by them in the comments 🖤
Exciting news! We've received a £30k grant from the Fore Foundation to create a KS2 resource tackling prejudicial & intolerant language in primary schools.
Education staff, you can help shape it! Tell us what language/behaviours you’re seeing in your classrooms via the form below. Thank you! 🖤
Education staff, you can help shape it! Tell us what language/behaviours you’re seeing in your classrooms via the form below. Thank you! 🖤
February 28, 2025 at 12:27 PM
Exciting news! We've received a £30k grant from the Fore Foundation to create a KS2 resource tackling prejudicial & intolerant language in primary schools.
Education staff, you can help shape it! Tell us what language/behaviours you’re seeing in your classrooms via the form below. Thank you! 🖤
Education staff, you can help shape it! Tell us what language/behaviours you’re seeing in your classrooms via the form below. Thank you! 🖤
This is the official Sophie Lancaster Foundation page. 🖤
We work to challenge prejudice, change attitudes, and promote respect for people from alternative subcultures.
Sophie was murdered because of her appearance, our mission is to ensure no one else suffers for being themselves. 🖤
#WeAreSophie
We work to challenge prejudice, change attitudes, and promote respect for people from alternative subcultures.
Sophie was murdered because of her appearance, our mission is to ensure no one else suffers for being themselves. 🖤
#WeAreSophie
February 27, 2025 at 5:04 PM
This is the official Sophie Lancaster Foundation page. 🖤
We work to challenge prejudice, change attitudes, and promote respect for people from alternative subcultures.
Sophie was murdered because of her appearance, our mission is to ensure no one else suffers for being themselves. 🖤
#WeAreSophie
We work to challenge prejudice, change attitudes, and promote respect for people from alternative subcultures.
Sophie was murdered because of her appearance, our mission is to ensure no one else suffers for being themselves. 🖤
#WeAreSophie