Prof Gwen vdVelden
@gwenvdv.bsky.social
Academic focused on Education Reconstruction during and post war, conflict and crisis. Also mother, beekeeper, gardener and reader. She/her
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My husband was detained by ICE today
Juan Muñoz, an American citizen, father of 2, and local government official, was peacefully protesting w. other elected officials. He was assaulted and taken away
I have had zero contact or updates since
#SOS
@duckworth.senate.gov @durbin.senate.gov
Juan Muñoz, an American citizen, father of 2, and local government official, was peacefully protesting w. other elected officials. He was assaulted and taken away
I have had zero contact or updates since
#SOS
@duckworth.senate.gov @durbin.senate.gov
October 3, 2025 at 5:12 PM
My husband was detained by ICE today
Juan Muñoz, an American citizen, father of 2, and local government official, was peacefully protesting w. other elected officials. He was assaulted and taken away
I have had zero contact or updates since
#SOS
@duckworth.senate.gov @durbin.senate.gov
Juan Muñoz, an American citizen, father of 2, and local government official, was peacefully protesting w. other elected officials. He was assaulted and taken away
I have had zero contact or updates since
#SOS
@duckworth.senate.gov @durbin.senate.gov
And so it starts. The first of our participants on the Education Reconstruction Masters have left Ukraine and are on their way. Teaching starts Sunday! Safe travels, all....
#LETUkraine Leadership in Educational Transformation Ukraine
#LETUkraine Leadership in Educational Transformation Ukraine
September 5, 2025 at 3:17 PM
And so it starts. The first of our participants on the Education Reconstruction Masters have left Ukraine and are on their way. Teaching starts Sunday! Safe travels, all....
#LETUkraine Leadership in Educational Transformation Ukraine
#LETUkraine Leadership in Educational Transformation Ukraine
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Learn how to best support your trans patients on our Primary care: Supporting Trans Patients page transactual.org.uk/healthcare-p...
Whether you’re a GP, nurse, administration staff, or working in pharmacy, we’ve got information on making your practice more trans-inclusive.
#TransHealth
Whether you’re a GP, nurse, administration staff, or working in pharmacy, we’ve got information on making your practice more trans-inclusive.
#TransHealth
August 27, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Learn how to best support your trans patients on our Primary care: Supporting Trans Patients page transactual.org.uk/healthcare-p...
Whether you’re a GP, nurse, administration staff, or working in pharmacy, we’ve got information on making your practice more trans-inclusive.
#TransHealth
Whether you’re a GP, nurse, administration staff, or working in pharmacy, we’ve got information on making your practice more trans-inclusive.
#TransHealth
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Almost funny to watch the EHRC try and edit their 'update' on the fly. Absolute amateur hour over there.
We served our claim form on the EHRC yesterday and it has just changed its interim statement.
Snip one is what its statement was. Snip two is what its statement now is.
*They now accept there is no need for employers to provide single sex toilets.*
Snip one is what its statement was. Snip two is what its statement now is.
*They now accept there is no need for employers to provide single sex toilets.*
June 24, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Almost funny to watch the EHRC try and edit their 'update' on the fly. Absolute amateur hour over there.
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We served our claim form on the EHRC yesterday and it has just changed its interim statement.
Snip one is what its statement was. Snip two is what its statement now is.
*They now accept there is no need for employers to provide single sex toilets.*
Snip one is what its statement was. Snip two is what its statement now is.
*They now accept there is no need for employers to provide single sex toilets.*
June 24, 2025 at 12:43 PM
We served our claim form on the EHRC yesterday and it has just changed its interim statement.
Snip one is what its statement was. Snip two is what its statement now is.
*They now accept there is no need for employers to provide single sex toilets.*
Snip one is what its statement was. Snip two is what its statement now is.
*They now accept there is no need for employers to provide single sex toilets.*
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"the Joint Blues Committee – who regulate the coveted ‘Blues’ status of sports clubs at the University and eligibility criteria for the prestigious Varsity fixtures...to stand by transgender athletes. Committee President vows that ‘sport is for all’ in aftermath of Supreme Court decision"
Blues Committee to stand by transgender athletes
Committee President vows that 'sport is for all' in aftermath of Supreme Court decision
www.varsity.co.uk
June 16, 2025 at 9:20 AM
"the Joint Blues Committee – who regulate the coveted ‘Blues’ status of sports clubs at the University and eligibility criteria for the prestigious Varsity fixtures...to stand by transgender athletes. Committee President vows that ‘sport is for all’ in aftermath of Supreme Court decision"
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"Yesterday, delegates at the congress of the University and College Union, which represents more than 120,000 staff, backed a motion committing the union to calling on employers to support the right for workers to use the gendered spaces they believe to be appropriate to them" [Times]
May 27, 2025 at 1:19 PM
"Yesterday, delegates at the congress of the University and College Union, which represents more than 120,000 staff, backed a motion committing the union to calling on employers to support the right for workers to use the gendered spaces they believe to be appropriate to them" [Times]
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To mark the 1st day of my 4th year without Alice I have an announcement:
I’ve joined up with a determined group of women working to change the narrative around trans people. Women standing in solidarity with our trans siblings.
Our first step is to ask cis women to read and sign our open letter ⬇️
I’ve joined up with a determined group of women working to change the narrative around trans people. Women standing in solidarity with our trans siblings.
Our first step is to ask cis women to read and sign our open letter ⬇️
Not in our name: Women in support of the trans+ community
Can you spare a minute to help this campaign?
chng.it
May 27, 2025 at 10:22 AM
To mark the 1st day of my 4th year without Alice I have an announcement:
I’ve joined up with a determined group of women working to change the narrative around trans people. Women standing in solidarity with our trans siblings.
Our first step is to ask cis women to read and sign our open letter ⬇️
I’ve joined up with a determined group of women working to change the narrative around trans people. Women standing in solidarity with our trans siblings.
Our first step is to ask cis women to read and sign our open letter ⬇️
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I’m one of those dodgy immigrants who came here on a spouse visa and got indefinite leave to remain after 12 months.
The incalculable harm I have done to the UK includes dedicating my life to public service, educating thousands of British young people, and paying more tax than I’ll ever get back.
The incalculable harm I have done to the UK includes dedicating my life to public service, educating thousands of British young people, and paying more tax than I’ll ever get back.
May 13, 2025 at 5:50 AM
I’m one of those dodgy immigrants who came here on a spouse visa and got indefinite leave to remain after 12 months.
The incalculable harm I have done to the UK includes dedicating my life to public service, educating thousands of British young people, and paying more tax than I’ll ever get back.
The incalculable harm I have done to the UK includes dedicating my life to public service, educating thousands of British young people, and paying more tax than I’ll ever get back.
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Trans rights are human rights.
Today. And everyday.
Solidarity.
🏳️⚧️
Today. And everyday.
Solidarity.
🏳️⚧️
April 16, 2025 at 9:54 AM
Trans rights are human rights.
Today. And everyday.
Solidarity.
🏳️⚧️
Today. And everyday.
Solidarity.
🏳️⚧️
Another day, and more moose cross the river... #algvandringen www.svtplay.se/video/e3d6bZ...
Den stora älgvandringen – Idag 00:00
I flera tusen år har älgarna vandrat samma leder för att ta sig till sommarens rika betesmarker. Följ årets vandring, som är den sjunde säsongen då vi får se älgarna vandra i rutan och på SVT Play.
www.svtplay.se
April 26, 2025 at 11:35 PM
Another day, and more moose cross the river... #algvandringen www.svtplay.se/video/e3d6bZ...
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On trans rights and the Supreme Court on BBC Any Questions… My feminism includes trans women and I am so disapponted at the court and worried what’s next. There is work to do and (like the audience) give my solidarity to trans people, and commit to working with you to fix this.
April 19, 2025 at 6:34 PM
On trans rights and the Supreme Court on BBC Any Questions… My feminism includes trans women and I am so disapponted at the court and worried what’s next. There is work to do and (like the audience) give my solidarity to trans people, and commit to working with you to fix this.
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Today’s protest in London against the Supreme Court ruling was staggering in size.
Huge respect to those who made this happen in just a matter of days.
Imagine the size of the crowd Sex Matters would have mustered to protest, if the ruling had been different.
Take heart. The tide will turn.
Huge respect to those who made this happen in just a matter of days.
Imagine the size of the crowd Sex Matters would have mustered to protest, if the ruling had been different.
Take heart. The tide will turn.
April 19, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Today’s protest in London against the Supreme Court ruling was staggering in size.
Huge respect to those who made this happen in just a matter of days.
Imagine the size of the crowd Sex Matters would have mustered to protest, if the ruling had been different.
Take heart. The tide will turn.
Huge respect to those who made this happen in just a matter of days.
Imagine the size of the crowd Sex Matters would have mustered to protest, if the ruling had been different.
Take heart. The tide will turn.
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Section 28 didn’t come out of nowhere.
It came from a society where 75% thought homosexuality was wrong.
From a society that feared the sight of a man in drag would corrupt.
From a society that believed ignorance was better for children than any knowledge of gay lives.
🧵 1/16
It came from a society where 75% thought homosexuality was wrong.
From a society that feared the sight of a man in drag would corrupt.
From a society that believed ignorance was better for children than any knowledge of gay lives.
🧵 1/16
April 18, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Section 28 didn’t come out of nowhere.
It came from a society where 75% thought homosexuality was wrong.
From a society that feared the sight of a man in drag would corrupt.
From a society that believed ignorance was better for children than any knowledge of gay lives.
🧵 1/16
It came from a society where 75% thought homosexuality was wrong.
From a society that feared the sight of a man in drag would corrupt.
From a society that believed ignorance was better for children than any knowledge of gay lives.
🧵 1/16
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Said this before, but every time the "biological woman" circus kicks off I think of the millions of women, including myself, with conditions like PCOS who struggle with "masculine" features like facial hair, and how the only women I'd be afraid to meet in a bathroom are gender-policing creeps.
April 18, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Said this before, but every time the "biological woman" circus kicks off I think of the millions of women, including myself, with conditions like PCOS who struggle with "masculine" features like facial hair, and how the only women I'd be afraid to meet in a bathroom are gender-policing creeps.
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Thousands show solidarity at #TransRightsAreHumanRights Demo in Parliament Square.
April 19, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Thousands show solidarity at #TransRightsAreHumanRights Demo in Parliament Square.
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The Minister who introduced the Gender Recognition Bill in the House of Lords in 2003 made it clear that "a transsexual person would have protection under the Sex Discrimination Act [the predecessor to the Equality Act] as a person of the acquired sex or gender." /1
April 19, 2025 at 6:13 AM
The Minister who introduced the Gender Recognition Bill in the House of Lords in 2003 made it clear that "a transsexual person would have protection under the Sex Discrimination Act [the predecessor to the Equality Act] as a person of the acquired sex or gender." /1
If all the latest news about the rights of trans people confuses you, do read this. It is an explanation that makes much more sense and has been provided by someone with expertise. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
The supreme court didn’t rule on the definition of ‘a woman’ – this is what its judgment does mean | Sam Fowles
The judges had to interpret the law as set down by parliament. But it must be remembered this is not an abstract debate; it concerns real people, says barrister Sam Fowles
www.theguardian.com
April 17, 2025 at 10:56 AM
If all the latest news about the rights of trans people confuses you, do read this. It is an explanation that makes much more sense and has been provided by someone with expertise. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Just spotted a moose between the trees on #älgvandringen
A joyful moment on an otherwise not so great day.
A joyful moment on an otherwise not so great day.
April 16, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Just spotted a moose between the trees on #älgvandringen
A joyful moment on an otherwise not so great day.
A joyful moment on an otherwise not so great day.
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NBC News: A federal judge just issued a final judgement and permanent injunction against the Trump admin — ruling that the National Institutes of Health must continue funding research grants at their original, full amounts. @msnbc.com
April 5, 2025 at 1:25 AM
NBC News: A federal judge just issued a final judgement and permanent injunction against the Trump admin — ruling that the National Institutes of Health must continue funding research grants at their original, full amounts. @msnbc.com
Bit weird.....
(I assume the person who left this on our car is a little confused)
(I assume the person who left this on our car is a little confused)
March 28, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Bit weird.....
(I assume the person who left this on our car is a little confused)
(I assume the person who left this on our car is a little confused)
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The vast majority of the labour movement is pro-trans, but a well-funded anti-trans network is trying to dominate Labour Party Conference.
We need our biggest presence yet at Conference this year, but to do that we need your help 👇
actionnetwork.org/fundraising/...
We need our biggest presence yet at Conference this year, but to do that we need your help 👇
actionnetwork.org/fundraising/...
Donate to Labour for Trans Rights
Labour for Trans Rights relies on a small team of volunteers, and we rely on small donations to carry on the vital work we do campaigning for the trans community across the labour movement. Please co...
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March 27, 2025 at 4:53 PM
The vast majority of the labour movement is pro-trans, but a well-funded anti-trans network is trying to dominate Labour Party Conference.
We need our biggest presence yet at Conference this year, but to do that we need your help 👇
actionnetwork.org/fundraising/...
We need our biggest presence yet at Conference this year, but to do that we need your help 👇
actionnetwork.org/fundraising/...
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Whenever you welcome guests, treat them with kindness, grace and respect. Simple as that.
February 28, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Whenever you welcome guests, treat them with kindness, grace and respect. Simple as that.