LGBT Humanists
@lgbthumanists.bsky.social
LGBT Humanists promotes humanism and LGBT equality, working to reduce prejudice and discrimination for a better, safer, happier world for all. Part of Humanists UK.
A true icon. John was Britain’s – and perhaps the world’s – first openly gay high-profile athlete. He came out during the 1976 World Championships in Gothenburg, which he went on to win. John left a lasting impact on our community and countless others. Today, we remember him.
September 9, 2025 at 12:00 PM
A true icon. John was Britain’s – and perhaps the world’s – first openly gay high-profile athlete. He came out during the 1976 World Championships in Gothenburg, which he went on to win. John left a lasting impact on our community and countless others. Today, we remember him.
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Today is day one of #thatshumanism! 🎉 – our popular social media campaign featuring our much-loved animations with Stephen Fry. To celebrate, we're launching a brand-new series of posters designed for schools, teachers, and anyone curious about the humanist approach to life. 🧵
August 26, 2025 at 7:55 AM
Today is day one of #thatshumanism! 🎉 – our popular social media campaign featuring our much-loved animations with Stephen Fry. To celebrate, we're launching a brand-new series of posters designed for schools, teachers, and anyone curious about the humanist approach to life. 🧵
Join us at Reading Pride on Saturday 30 August 2025 in King's Meadow. See more details at bit.ly/LGBTHumanistsReadingPride2025
August 25, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Join us at Reading Pride on Saturday 30 August 2025 in King's Meadow. See more details at bit.ly/LGBTHumanistsReadingPride2025
This is the latest in a long line of recent attacks on LGBT rights and from conservative Christian nationalists. It follows on from recent moves by Reform UK councillors in Northamptonshire to ban Pride flags on council buildings.
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Christian campaigners in legal bid to ban civil servants from Pride
The Christian Institute claims civil service endorsement of Pride breaches rules on impartiality
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August 21, 2025 at 12:32 PM
This is the latest in a long line of recent attacks on LGBT rights and from conservative Christian nationalists. It follows on from recent moves by Reform UK councillors in Northamptonshire to ban Pride flags on council buildings.
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The law should protect victims, not enable abusive fundamentalists – with wealthy American backers – who believe in demonic possession! We’ve been campaigning on this for 45+ years. Theresa May promised a ban in 2018. Four Prime Ministers later, and we’re still campaigning!
#BanConversionTherapy
#BanConversionTherapy
'Conversion therapy' is nothing but hatred disguised as compassion. Each day it remains legal is another day someone in a high-control religious organisation is tortured. Beatings, forced prayer, and 'exorcisms' must be illegal. End this abuse. #BanConversiontherapy.
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Funding to promote anti-LGBT conversion practices surges
A new investigation from Amnesty International UK has found a surge in funding to promote anti-LGBT conversion practices. LGBT Humanists and Humanists UK have expressed alarm at these findings, especi...
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July 31, 2025 at 10:22 AM
The law should protect victims, not enable abusive fundamentalists – with wealthy American backers – who believe in demonic possession! We’ve been campaigning on this for 45+ years. Theresa May promised a ban in 2018. Four Prime Ministers later, and we’re still campaigning!
#BanConversionTherapy
#BanConversionTherapy
Great to see Matthew succeed in his case against the church that subjected him to an ‘exorcism’ for ‘demonic possession’. His experience – tragically shared by many in our community – underscores exactly why so-called ‘conversion therapy’ must be banned. www.thetimes.com/article/b517...
Gay man wins damages after ‘exorcism’ by Church of England parish
Matthew Drapper has received a five-figure settlement from a Sheffield church after enduring conversion therapy intended to rid him of homosexuality
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July 25, 2025 at 9:50 AM
Great to see Matthew succeed in his case against the church that subjected him to an ‘exorcism’ for ‘demonic possession’. His experience – tragically shared by many in our community – underscores exactly why so-called ‘conversion therapy’ must be banned. www.thetimes.com/article/b517...
'Conversion therapy' is hatred disguised as religious compassion. Each day it remains legal is another day vulnerable people fall victim o it. 'Exorcisms', beatings, forced prayer - these are still legal in high-control religious settings.
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A conversion therapy ban was promised a year ago - but we're still waiting
'The time for action is long overdue'
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July 18, 2025 at 9:53 AM
'Conversion therapy' is hatred disguised as religious compassion. Each day it remains legal is another day vulnerable people fall victim o it. 'Exorcisms', beatings, forced prayer - these are still legal in high-control religious settings.
www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/whats-on/wha...
www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/whats-on/wha...
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The majority of LGBT people are non-religious, and very few religious groups offer same-sex marriages. Humanist celebrants always have – and always will. Many LGBT couples want a fully recognised humanist wedding. It's time they were given that right.
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‘Humanist marriage is also an LGBT issue’ – Sandi Toksvig leads call from LGBT activists
Sandi Toksvig and Stephen Fry have led LGBT groups and activists in calling on the UK Government to grant legal recognition to humanist marriages in England and Wales immediately, in an open letter pu...
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July 17, 2025 at 8:48 AM
The majority of LGBT people are non-religious, and very few religious groups offer same-sex marriages. Humanist celebrants always have – and always will. Many LGBT couples want a fully recognised humanist wedding. It's time they were given that right.
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#Onthisday 2013 the Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Act received Royal Assent, thereby legalising same-sex marriage for couples in England and Wales. We remain proud of the vital the role we played in reaching this historic step. 🧵
July 17, 2025 at 8:48 AM
#Onthisday 2013 the Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Act received Royal Assent, thereby legalising same-sex marriage for couples in England and Wales. We remain proud of the vital the role we played in reaching this historic step. 🧵
Great to see Matthew succeed in his case against the church that subjected him to an ‘exorcism’ for ‘demonic possession’. His experience – tragically shared by many in our community – underscores exactly why so-called ‘conversion therapy’ must be banned. www.thetimes.com/article/b517...
Gay man wins damages after ‘exorcism’ by Church of England parish
Matthew Drapper has received a five-figure settlement from a Sheffield church after enduring conversion therapy intended to rid him of homosexuality
www.thetimes.com
July 15, 2025 at 9:58 AM
Great to see Matthew succeed in his case against the church that subjected him to an ‘exorcism’ for ‘demonic possession’. His experience – tragically shared by many in our community – underscores exactly why so-called ‘conversion therapy’ must be banned. www.thetimes.com/article/b517...
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Leeds Humanists and @lgbthumanists.bsky.social are marching in Leeds Pride. We will also have a stall at Pride and need volunteers to help out throughout the day. Make the humanist voice heard, sign up today!
Leeds, 20 July, 11:00-18:00
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Leeds, 20 July, 11:00-18:00
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Leeds Pride | LGBT Humanists and Leeds Humanists
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July 14, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Leeds Humanists and @lgbthumanists.bsky.social are marching in Leeds Pride. We will also have a stall at Pride and need volunteers to help out throughout the day. Make the humanist voice heard, sign up today!
Leeds, 20 July, 11:00-18:00
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Leeds, 20 July, 11:00-18:00
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Looking forward to hearing from @petertatchell.bsky.social this evening with Central London Humanists. In London? Join us at the Old Diorama Arts Centre to hear more about Peter's extensive campaigning and our campaigns. Sign up now!
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An Evening with Peter Tatchell, Human Rights Campaigner | LGBT Humanists
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June 24, 2025 at 10:47 AM
Looking forward to hearing from @petertatchell.bsky.social this evening with Central London Humanists. In London? Join us at the Old Diorama Arts Centre to hear more about Peter's extensive campaigning and our campaigns. Sign up now!
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Alan Turing, one of Britain’s most renowned humanists, was a visionary whose genius helped the Allies win WWII. Yet despite his extraordinary contributions, he was subjected to chemical castration by the British state in 1952. This #PrideMonth, we remember him. He was born #OnThisDay 1912.
June 23, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Alan Turing, one of Britain’s most renowned humanists, was a visionary whose genius helped the Allies win WWII. Yet despite his extraordinary contributions, he was subjected to chemical castration by the British state in 1952. This #PrideMonth, we remember him. He was born #OnThisDay 1912.
Having a wonderful time at #Humanists2025 meeting all the @humanists.uk staff, volunteers, and members. Please do come and say hello at our stall to learn more about LGBT Humanists, our #HumanistHeritage, campaigns, how to get involved in Pride this year!
June 14, 2025 at 11:48 AM
Having a wonderful time at #Humanists2025 meeting all the @humanists.uk staff, volunteers, and members. Please do come and say hello at our stall to learn more about LGBT Humanists, our #HumanistHeritage, campaigns, how to get involved in Pride this year!
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A few lovely snaps from our Saturday morning at #Humanists2025! We're now breaking for lunch and will be back at 13:15 – ready to dive into 'Humanists in Parliament' with @lizzicollinge.bsky.social and @andrewcopson.bsky.social. See you then!
June 14, 2025 at 11:14 AM
A few lovely snaps from our Saturday morning at #Humanists2025! We're now breaking for lunch and will be back at 13:15 – ready to dive into 'Humanists in Parliament' with @lizzicollinge.bsky.social and @andrewcopson.bsky.social. See you then!
Growing up gay means being surrounded by heteronormative ideas from every direction. We’re taught from the earliest age that boys marry girls, that love looks a certain way, that families follow a single pattern. And yet, despite all of that, we still come out gay.
Involving young children in Nursery and Years 1 and 2 in a mock ‘Christian wedding’ offers no educational value.
If genuine, however, this letter highlights the lengths to which some faith schools will go to immerse children in religious practices and church life.
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If genuine, however, this letter highlights the lengths to which some faith schools will go to immerse children in religious practices and church life.
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June 9, 2025 at 11:06 AM
Growing up gay means being surrounded by heteronormative ideas from every direction. We’re taught from the earliest age that boys marry girls, that love looks a certain way, that families follow a single pattern. And yet, despite all of that, we still come out gay.
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Our @lgbthumanists.bsky.social volunteers are excited to take part in the very first Thames Pride this year. We'll be hosting a stall to connect with the community and raise awareness of our vital work – including our campaign for a full ban on 'conversion therapy'. humanists.uk/events/lgbt-...
June 2, 2025 at 10:54 AM
Our @lgbthumanists.bsky.social volunteers are excited to take part in the very first Thames Pride this year. We'll be hosting a stall to connect with the community and raise awareness of our vital work – including our campaign for a full ban on 'conversion therapy'. humanists.uk/events/lgbt-...
For many, coming out also means confronting the beliefs they were raised with – not by choice, but because their religion refuses to accept who they truly are. So many of our members come to us through @faith2faithless.bsky.social.
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A bite of duck helped me finally accept my sexuality
When I realised I was gay at the age of 14, it was terrifying.
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June 5, 2025 at 3:18 PM
For many, coming out also means confronting the beliefs they were raised with – not by choice, but because their religion refuses to accept who they truly are. So many of our members come to us through @faith2faithless.bsky.social.
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Happy #PrideMonth, everyone!
We can't wait to join @lgbthumanists.bsky.social at @prideinlondon.bsky.social on July 5. It's our biggest Pride event of the year, and we'd love for you to march alongside us. Sign up today. #Pride2025
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We can't wait to join @lgbthumanists.bsky.social at @prideinlondon.bsky.social on July 5. It's our biggest Pride event of the year, and we'd love for you to march alongside us. Sign up today. #Pride2025
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Pride in London parade | LGBT Humanists
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June 2, 2025 at 10:43 AM
Happy #PrideMonth, everyone!
We can't wait to join @lgbthumanists.bsky.social at @prideinlondon.bsky.social on July 5. It's our biggest Pride event of the year, and we'd love for you to march alongside us. Sign up today. #Pride2025
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We can't wait to join @lgbthumanists.bsky.social at @prideinlondon.bsky.social on July 5. It's our biggest Pride event of the year, and we'd love for you to march alongside us. Sign up today. #Pride2025
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Join LGBT Humanists and Oxford Humanists at Oxford Pride on 7 June 2025. Register your place here humanists.uk/events/oxfor...
May 14, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Join LGBT Humanists and Oxford Humanists at Oxford Pride on 7 June 2025. Register your place here humanists.uk/events/oxfor...
#OnThisDay 1999, a neo-Nazi nail bombed the Admiral Duncan pub in Soho deliberately targeted London's LGBT community. The explosion killed Andrea Dykes, John Light, and Nik Moore, and injured over 70 more. Today, we honour their memory, and stand united against hate, always.
April 30, 2025 at 10:14 AM
#OnThisDay 1999, a neo-Nazi nail bombed the Admiral Duncan pub in Soho deliberately targeted London's LGBT community. The explosion killed Andrea Dykes, John Light, and Nik Moore, and injured over 70 more. Today, we honour their memory, and stand united against hate, always.
If you’re around on Saturday 24 May, and you’d like to join us at Birmingham Pride, please register your attendance to march with LGBT Humanists today. humanists.uk/events/birmi...
April 28, 2025 at 1:25 PM
If you’re around on Saturday 24 May, and you’d like to join us at Birmingham Pride, please register your attendance to march with LGBT Humanists today. humanists.uk/events/birmi...
In 1976, religious conservative Mary Whitehouse launched a blasphemy case against Gay News.
It was the last successful blasphemy trial in the UK.
She blamed an 'intellectual, homosexual, and humanist lobby' for the backlash. There was no lobby – but we liked the idea.
And LGBT Humanists was born.
It was the last successful blasphemy trial in the UK.
She blamed an 'intellectual, homosexual, and humanist lobby' for the backlash. There was no lobby – but we liked the idea.
And LGBT Humanists was born.
April 25, 2025 at 10:40 AM
In 1976, religious conservative Mary Whitehouse launched a blasphemy case against Gay News.
It was the last successful blasphemy trial in the UK.
She blamed an 'intellectual, homosexual, and humanist lobby' for the backlash. There was no lobby – but we liked the idea.
And LGBT Humanists was born.
It was the last successful blasphemy trial in the UK.
She blamed an 'intellectual, homosexual, and humanist lobby' for the backlash. There was no lobby – but we liked the idea.
And LGBT Humanists was born.
A massive round of applause and thank you to @theyasminbenoit.bsky.social for speaking at our wonderful event last night. Insightful, moving, inspiring. And thank you to everyone who attended, too! We hope to see you all again soon ❤️
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April 25, 2025 at 10:23 AM
A massive round of applause and thank you to @theyasminbenoit.bsky.social for speaking at our wonderful event last night. Insightful, moving, inspiring. And thank you to everyone who attended, too! We hope to see you all again soon ❤️
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Hello Bluesky! Great to be here 🎉 We’re dedicating our first post to our very first President – the author, poet, and one of the first British women in public life to come out as a lesbian – Maureen Duffy. A true inspiration and hero of ours.
#Lesbianvisibilityweek.
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#Lesbianvisibilityweek.
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Celebrating Maureen Duffy, humanist icon | Lesbian Visibility Week
This article is the second in a series of posts from LGBT Humanists where guest authors mark important days of LGBT visibility. LGBT Humanists Campaigns Officer Kristína Zaťková and Humanist Heritage...
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April 25, 2025 at 10:10 AM
Hello Bluesky! Great to be here 🎉 We’re dedicating our first post to our very first President – the author, poet, and one of the first British women in public life to come out as a lesbian – Maureen Duffy. A true inspiration and hero of ours.
#Lesbianvisibilityweek.
humanists.uk/2023/04/28/c...
#Lesbianvisibilityweek.
humanists.uk/2023/04/28/c...