For nearly 30 years, GIRES has been a trusted voice in trans research, education, and advocacy. From shaping inclusive training for professionals, to preserving decades of vital trans history, we’ve worked tirelessly to listen, represent, inform, support, and empower. Now, we’re asking for your help GIRES is facing serious financial pressure. Without urgent support, we
More ...On 1 September 2025, more than 100 partner organisations sent a joint statement to MPs across the UK. The letter calls for proper Parliamentary scrutiny of the Equality and Human Rights Commission’s (EHRC) forthcoming Code of Practice on Services, Public Functions and Associations. Why this matters If Bridget Phillipson, the Minister for Women and Equalities,
More ...The EHRC launched a consultation to gather the views of individuals, legal professionals and organisations on the proposed updates to the Code of Practice, following the Supreme Court’s judgement on For Women Scotland vs. The Scottish Ministers. The EHRC have stated that they will consider every response. GIRES Submission to the EHRC Consultation Information about
More ...The Equality and Human Rights Commission has launched a consultation to update its ‘Code of Practice’ following the Supreme Court’s judgement on For Women Scotland vs. The Scottish Ministers. The EHRC’s Code of Practice is primary guidance for employers, sporting bodies, schools, services open to the public (e.g. hospitals, restaurants, shops, refuges, pubs) and other
More ...Since the recent Supreme Court decision on For Women Scotland vs. The Scottish Ministers and the publication of interim guidance by the EHCR, a number of organisations have changed their policies towards transgender people. Very frequently such policy changes have targeted transgender women specifically. To date this has included the British Transport Police who have
More ...GIRES has always valued itself on our unique service, training delivery and has some recently revised ideas. These include core training sessions designed to empower teams with practical knowledge and insights: Introduction to Trans & Gender Diversity Lunchtime Talks (1 hour) — These sessions are ideal for all staff, providing an introduction to trans and
More ...In light of recent policy changes by Meta and the broader erosion of protections and equity initiatives globally, we want to reaffirm our unwavering commitment to you: our vibrant, diverse, and resilient community. The changes to Meta’s Community Standards, which now permit harmful rhetoric targeting LGBTQ+ people, women, and other marginalised groups, are deeply troubling.
More ...GIRES has signed a statement by GATE that calls for inclusion in sports to ensure that everyone, regardless of gender identity or sex characteristics, can participate. Trans, Gender Diverse and Intersex Inclusion in Sports is a Human Right — GATE | Global Action for Trans Equality
More ...14th August 2024 Trans Healthcare Coalition The Trans Healthcare Coalition was created to provide a collective and coordinated effort to engage with and respond to the recent NHS review of its Adult Gender Dysphoria Services. In response to one of the recommendations made in the Cass Review, NHS England has taken the decision to conduct a review of
More ...The BMA is to undertake an evaluation of the Cass Review – the independent report on gender identity services for children and young people in the UK, published earlier this year. Members of the BMA’s Council recently voted in favour of a motion which asked the Association to ‘publicly critique the Cass Review’,
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