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
📢 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📢 After pressure from the @GoodLawProject.bsky.social The EHRC has withdrawn its interim guidance on single-sex spaces - a document that had encouraged trans exclusion.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📢 After pressure from the @GoodLawProject.bsky.social The EHRC has withdrawn its interim guidance on single-sex spaces - a document that had encouraged trans exclusion.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.
Announcing the Beyond Reflections Festive Fundraiser Dinner & Dance in memory of Paul Draycott.
Join them as they recognise the outstanding contributions of members of the community, and allies alike, with their annual awards ceremony
Nominate here: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/77QO4U/
Join them as they recognise the outstanding contributions of members of the community, and allies alike, with their annual awards ceremony
Nominate here: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/77QO4U/
October 28, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Announcing the Beyond Reflections Festive Fundraiser Dinner & Dance in memory of Paul Draycott.
Join them as they recognise the outstanding contributions of members of the community, and allies alike, with their annual awards ceremony
Nominate here: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/77QO4U/
Join them as they recognise the outstanding contributions of members of the community, and allies alike, with their annual awards ceremony
Nominate here: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/77QO4U/
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_...
👉 Download your FREE Being Ready Community Journal here: www.gires.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Being-Ready-Journal-202509.pdf
#BeingReady #Trans #Transgender #NonBinary #EndOfLife #EndOfLifeCare #DeathAndDying #Bereavement #WillsAndTrusts
#BeingReady #Trans #Transgender #NonBinary #EndOfLife #EndOfLifeCare #DeathAndDying #Bereavement #WillsAndTrusts
September 16, 2025 at 5:00 PM
👉 Download your FREE Being Ready Community Journal here: www.gires.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Being-Ready-Journal-202509.pdf
#BeingReady #Trans #Transgender #NonBinary #EndOfLife #EndOfLifeCare #DeathAndDying #Bereavement #WillsAndTrusts
#BeingReady #Trans #Transgender #NonBinary #EndOfLife #EndOfLifeCare #DeathAndDying #Bereavement #WillsAndTrusts
💬 “This is a brilliant piece of work which is going to make a huge difference.” – Hospice UK
💬 “Very practical & interactive… covers all the key things really well.” – Marie Curie
💬 “Very practical & interactive… covers all the key things really well.” – Marie Curie
September 16, 2025 at 5:00 PM
💬 “This is a brilliant piece of work which is going to make a huge difference.” – Hospice UK
💬 “Very practical & interactive… covers all the key things really well.” – Marie Curie
💬 “Very practical & interactive… covers all the key things really well.” – Marie Curie
The Being Ready Journal is a free, practical, and interactive booklet designed with and for trans & gender diverse people
✨ You can:
✔️ Record your wishes for care, funerals and after death
✔️ Share what matters to you with friends, family or healthcare teams
✔️ Or keep it just for yourself
✨ You can:
✔️ Record your wishes for care, funerals and after death
✔️ Share what matters to you with friends, family or healthcare teams
✔️ Or keep it just for yourself
September 16, 2025 at 5:00 PM
The Being Ready Journal is a free, practical, and interactive booklet designed with and for trans & gender diverse people
✨ You can:
✔️ Record your wishes for care, funerals and after death
✔️ Share what matters to you with friends, family or healthcare teams
✔️ Or keep it just for yourself
✨ You can:
✔️ Record your wishes for care, funerals and after death
✔️ Share what matters to you with friends, family or healthcare teams
✔️ Or keep it just for yourself
🌈 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
📖 This report is one of many pieces of research GIRES has helped generate to improve understanding, awareness and care for trans and gender diverse people – and those who support them.
👉 Download the full Stage 1 'Being Ready' report:
www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
👉 Download the full Stage 1 'Being Ready' report:
www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
September 8, 2025 at 10:23 AM
📖 This report is one of many pieces of research GIRES has helped generate to improve understanding, awareness and care for trans and gender diverse people – and those who support them.
👉 Download the full Stage 1 'Being Ready' report:
www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
👉 Download the full Stage 1 'Being Ready' report:
www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
52% of responders had formally recorded their wishes for after they die - but only 22 people of the 228 who responded to the survey had a valid will.
See more findings from our 'Being Ready' Survey Report here: www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
See more findings from our 'Being Ready' Survey Report here: www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
September 8, 2025 at 10:23 AM
52% of responders had formally recorded their wishes for after they die - but only 22 people of the 228 who responded to the survey had a valid will.
See more findings from our 'Being Ready' Survey Report here: www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
See more findings from our 'Being Ready' Survey Report here: www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
68% of trans and gender diverse people said their identity shaped their end-of-life planning – often to protect themselves from being misgendered or erased.
See more findings from our 'Being Ready' Survey Report here: www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
See more findings from our 'Being Ready' Survey Report here: www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
September 8, 2025 at 10:23 AM
68% of trans and gender diverse people said their identity shaped their end-of-life planning – often to protect themselves from being misgendered or erased.
See more findings from our 'Being Ready' Survey Report here: www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
See more findings from our 'Being Ready' Survey Report here: www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
85% of professionals said they would continue to use a person’s correct pronouns after death - but 9% said they would instead use the pronouns given by next-of-kin.
See more findings from our 'Being Ready' Survey Report here: www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
See more findings from our 'Being Ready' Survey Report here: www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
September 8, 2025 at 10:23 AM
85% of professionals said they would continue to use a person’s correct pronouns after death - but 9% said they would instead use the pronouns given by next-of-kin.
See more findings from our 'Being Ready' Survey Report here: www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
See more findings from our 'Being Ready' Survey Report here: www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
Only 8% of professionals felt very confident preparing the body of a trans or gender diverse person for burial or cremation.
See more findings from our 'Being Ready' Survey Report here: www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
See more findings from our 'Being Ready' Survey Report here: www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
September 8, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Only 8% of professionals felt very confident preparing the body of a trans or gender diverse person for burial or cremation.
See more findings from our 'Being Ready' Survey Report here: www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
See more findings from our 'Being Ready' Survey Report here: www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
78% of community respondents said worries about end-of-life care were directly linked to negative past healthcare experiences.
See more findings from our 'Being Ready' Survey Report here: www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
See more findings from our 'Being Ready' Survey Report here: www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
September 8, 2025 at 10:23 AM
78% of community respondents said worries about end-of-life care were directly linked to negative past healthcare experiences.
See more findings from our 'Being Ready' Survey Report here: www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
See more findings from our 'Being Ready' Survey Report here: www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
🔑 Key findings:
48% of professionals working in death, dying, and bereavement services had never received training on the needs of trans & gender diverse people.
See more findings from our 'Being Ready' Survey Report here: www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
48% of professionals working in death, dying, and bereavement services had never received training on the needs of trans & gender diverse people.
See more findings from our 'Being Ready' Survey Report here: www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
September 8, 2025 at 10:23 AM
🔑 Key findings:
48% of professionals working in death, dying, and bereavement services had never received training on the needs of trans & gender diverse people.
See more findings from our 'Being Ready' Survey Report here: www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...
48% of professionals working in death, dying, and bereavement services had never received training on the needs of trans & gender diverse people.
See more findings from our 'Being Ready' Survey Report here: www.gires.org.uk/gires-projec...