"Conversion therapy is an abhorrent practice, it needs to stop, we have that opportunity - let's do it." Dr Igi Moon for the Memorandum of Understanding Coalition on Conversion Therapy. Yet, @scottishgov.bsky.social have ignored expert advice, betraying survivors & retraumatising them in the process

The Scottish Government promised to ban LGBT conversion therapy — then backed down. This says what so many are thinking: why hasn’t it happened yet, @scottishgov.bsky.social? Our lives aren’t up for debate. #BanConversionTherapy #LGBTrights #Scotland

Scot Gov has dropped plans to ban conversion therapy.

Survivors have been betrayed & re-traumatised. There’s no evidence that conversion “therapy” works - but plenty proving the harm it causes.

Waiting on Westminster is a joke. We’re on PM #6 and still nothing to move forward with a UK-wide ban.

#BanConversionTherapy

What right to religion is and what it isn’t.

Why a comprehensive ban is SO important and the need for no loopholes to allow “prayer and pastoral support”. Your “right to religion” doesn’t permit or excuse the abuse of LGBT people.

The constant monitoring and checking of your natural behaviour in order to ‘stay in the closet’ or survive in a heteronormative society is torturous and eradicates your self-esteem and sense of self-worth.

The issue of ‘consent’ in this debate.

ALL forms of conversion therapy are coercive as it's not possible to give 'informed consent' to torture.

10/01/2024 Had a lovely evening last night on @BBCScotNine discussing the next consultation on #BanConversionTherapy. A little 🧵 of key discussion points:

Turning 40 feels like a milestone in so many ways. As I step into this new decade, I’m reflecting on the journey so far & excited for all the adventures ahead. Here's to embracing the wisdom that comes with age & the joy of having amazing friends & Chosen Family to share it with.

📣 After campaigning for 4 yrs to @BanCTorg in 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿, I've applied for Interfaith Minister Training @OneSpiritOrg. This shift marks a move beyond activism to one that holds sacred space & conduct inclusive rituals and ceremonies for ALL!
Love & light,
(The Future Reverend) Justin💚

Absolutely honoured to be named as a finalist in the ‘Community Champion’ category of this year’s #proudscotlandawards

Sharing personal trauma in public is difficult, emotional & open to misinterpretation & backlash. But it’ll be worth it once we #BanConversionTherapy for good.

Absolutely honoured to be asked to contribute to @Somewhere_ForUs for their #LGBTHM22 issue about my experiences of conversion therapy.

Conversion Therapy exists in Scotland.
Conversion Therapy doesn’t work.
Conversion Therapy is torture.
#BanConversionTherapy

Massive thank you to all at @Somewhere_ForUs 🌈

I’m honoured to be included in the inaugural #TheUnicorns List alongside many amazing LGBT+ people & allies 🦄

Conversion Therapy exists in Scotland.

Conversion Therapy doesn’t work!

#BanConversionTherapy