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Our new report 'It Happens Every Time' looks at ...

2026-11-14T18:02:28Z

Our new report 'It Happens Every Time' looks at Experiences of those who have been stopped, questioned, or harassed accessing gendered spaces.

Read the full report here: https://transactual.org.uk/blog/2026/11/11/new-report-shows-impact-of-gender-policing-in-wake-of-supreme-court-ruling/

Final chance to respond to our Trans Lives Survey! Survey closes ...

2026-11-12T14:02:05Z

Final chance to respond to our Trans Lives Survey! Survey closes today!

https://form.typeform.com/to/BRppksJ3

National Hate Crime Awareness Week is about bringing everyone ...

2026-10-10T11:01:14Z

National Hate Crime Awareness Week is about bringing everyone together to tackle all forms prejudice and hate.

If you have experienced LGBT+ hate and would like support you can contact Galop:

📞 0800 999 5428
📧 help@galop.org.uk
💻 galop.org.uk

Or by using the Zoteria app

The EHRC's new Code of Practice is now in effect. Here's ...

2026-09-14T11:01:50Z

The EHRC's new Code of Practice is now in effect. Here's what you need to know! https://transactual.org.uk/know-your-rights/

#TransRights #Trans #TransResources

Can you help us reach more people than ever before? Respond to ...

2026-08-18T17:01:42Z

Can you help us reach more people than ever before? Respond to our Trans Lives Survey today, and share on your social media, so we can get a full picture of the experiences and views of trans people in the UK.

Take the survey here: https://form.typeform.com/to/BRppksJ3

#TransLives #TransSurvey #Trans

Have you been questioned or stopped while using a gendered space? ...

2026-08-18T13:01:47Z

Have you been questioned or stopped while using a gendered space? Let us know using our Report-A-Loo tool

https://transactual.org.uk/equality-act-campaign/gendered-space-tracker/

The EHRC's new Code of Practice is now in effect. Here's ...

2026-08-18T11:01:33Z

The EHRC's new Code of Practice is now in effect. Here's what you need to know! https://transactual.org.uk/know-your-rights/

#TransRights #Trans #TransResources

Can you help us reach more people than ever before? Respond to ...

2026-08-17T17:01:16Z

There has been a lot of confusion recently around trans ...

2026-08-17T13:00:42Z

There has been a lot of confusion recently around trans employees’ rights at work.
Here’s what you need to know!

https://transactual.org.uk/law/workplaces/

Researchers from the University of Liverpool are looking at Trans ...

2026-08-17T11:01:17Z

Researchers from the University of Liverpool are looking at Trans people's understandings of transition.

Receive a free quilt kit to be part of a large quilt that explores trans people's understandings of transition. Sign up before the 20th of September as all squares need to be completed and sent in before September 30th.

Email freddysperring@liverpool.ac.uk

Can you help us reach more people than ever before? Respond to ...

2026-08-16T14:00:35Z

Next we have Georgina! Georgina is fundraising for gender ...

2026-08-16T11:01:00Z

In reply to nevent1q…skkt
_________________________

Next we have Georgina! Georgina is fundraising for gender confirming surgery and legal costs. More info at: https://chuffed.org/project/170950-intersex-refugee-in-urgent-medical-and-legal-danger

Finally we have Max! Max is fundraising for gender affirming surgery. More info at: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-max-az6h2

Donate if you can, share if you can't!

#FundingSunday #TransFundraiser #TransSupport

It’s #FundingSunday First up we have Dawn! Dawn is fundraising ...

2026-08-16T11:00:59Z

It’s #FundingSunday

First up we have Dawn! Dawn is fundraising for bottom surgery. More info at: https://gofund.me/dc462ab5c

Next up is Charlie! Charlie is fundraising for top surgery. More info at: https://www.gofundme.com/f/charlies-top-surgery-funds2025

Can you help us reach more people than ever before? Respond to ...

2026-08-15T14:00:39Z

The EHRC's new Code of Practice is now in effect. Here's ...

2026-08-15T13:01:39Z

The EHRC's new Code of Practice is now in effect. Here's what you need to know! https://transactual.org.uk/know-your-rights/

#TransRights #Trans #TransResources

Can you help us reach more people than ever before? Respond to ...

2026-08-14T14:01:06Z

Every penny donated helps us work toward a world where our ...

2026-08-14T11:01:35Z

"This year's Trans Lives Survey will provide clarity on ...

2026-08-12T16:03:29Z

"This year's Trans Lives Survey will provide clarity on the consequences of the government's failure to stand up for trans equality, and will give us the data needed to more effectively campaign for real change."
https://www.scenemag.co.uk/transactual-launches-largest-ever-survey-into-life-for-trans-people-in-the-uk/

Can you help us reach more people than ever before? Respond to ...

2026-08-12T15:02:51Z

We are aware of a technical problem with the Trans Lives Survey ...

2026-08-12T14:35:32Z

We are aware of a technical problem with the Trans Lives Survey today, and are working to get it back online as quickly as possible. But don't worry! The survey will be running for three months, so you will not miss your chance to respond. Thank you for your patience.

TransActual is launching the Trans Lives Survey 2026. It's ...

2026-08-12T08:00:27Z

TransActual is launching the Trans Lives Survey 2026.

It's quick, anonymous and will help us campaign for our community!

Take the survey here: https://form.typeform.com/to/BRppksJ3

#TransLives #TransSurvey #Trans

The EHRC's new Code of Practice is now in effect. Here's ...

2026-08-11T11:01:15Z

The EHRC's new Code of Practice is now in effect. Here's what you need to know! https://transactual.org.uk/know-your-rights/

#TransRights #Trans #TransResources

The Equality and Human Rights Commission’s (EHRC) Code of ...

2026-08-05T13:42:24Z

The Equality and Human Rights Commission’s (EHRC) Code of Practice for Services, Public Functions and Associations officially comes into effect today. Read our full joint statement: https://transactual.org.uk/blog/2026/08/05/joint-statement-on-ehrc-code-of-practice-coming-into-effect/

The EHRC's new Code of Practice comes into effect today. ...

2026-08-05T08:53:20Z

The EHRC's new Code of Practice comes into effect today. Here's what you need to know.
https://transactual.org.uk/know-your-rights/

While gender critical activists play politics with people’s ...

2026-07-31T13:37:24Z

While gender critical activists play politics with people’s health, organisations like TransActual will continue to campaign for a healthcare system that truly recognises and respects the individual needs of everyone.
https://transactual.org.uk/blog/2026/07/31/high-court-rejects-bid-to-stop-puberty-blocker-trial-moving-forward/

We are aware that NHS England is implementing a change to how it ...

2026-07-28T15:57:32Z

We are aware that NHS England is implementing a change to how it records patient data, prioritising ‘sex observed at birth’ over gender and other medically-relevant data.
https://transactual.org.uk/blog/2026/07/28/nhs-england-is-quietly-changing-how-it-records-patient-data-and-we-have-questions/

Tell us what trans rights resources to make! Take a quick survey ...

2026-07-26T11:00:46Z

Tell us what trans rights resources to make!
Take a quick survey and tell us what’s important to you. Your answers will help us decide what to create over the next 12 months.

Fill in the survey here: https://form.typeform.com/to/sOjs0apa

Tell us what trans rights resources to make! Take a quick survey ...

2026-07-24T11:00:08Z

Earlier this week we shared a post saying that we would be ...

2026-07-23T16:26:14Z

Earlier this week we shared a post saying that we would be leaving Mastodon - but after hearing how important this platform is to many of our supporters, we will be staying.

Thanks for the shares and comments! We will no longer be actively ...

2026-07-20T15:00:12Z

Thanks for the shares and comments! We will no longer be actively using this platform. But don’t worry, you can still follow us and keep up to date with or work on:

Instagram: TransActual (nprofile…slnh)
Bluesky: @transactualuk.bsky.social
Facebook: TransActual
LinkedIn: TransActual

Congratulations Andy Burnham. This is your chance for a reset in ...

2026-07-20T12:00:02Z

Congratulations Andy Burnham. This is your chance for a reset in Government.

It’s #FundingSunday and this week we’re highlighting orgs who ...

2026-07-19T11:00:54Z

It’s #FundingSunday and this week we’re highlighting orgs who offer mutual aid to trans+ folk.

It’s #FundingSunday

First up we have Maxine! Maxine is fundraising for Gender-Affirming surgery. More info at:
https://gofund.me/ffa1380ae

Finally we have Elijah! Elijah is fundraising for Top-Surgery. More info at: https://gofund.me/b2a432397

Donate if you can, share if you can't!

#FundingSunday #TransFundraiser #Trans #Transgender #Nonbinary #LGBTQI #TransSupport #LGBTQ #InternationalSolidarity

Researchers from the University of British Columbia, Canada ...

2026-07-17T11:01:10Z

Researchers from the University of British Columbia, Canada invite you to participate in an online survey about research priorities related to healthy aging for trans people.

Scan the QR code or visit https://rc.med.ubc.ca/redcap/surveys/?s=799XJT7EKA3AHLJM

Here at TransActual we’re getting ready for Pride. If you want ...

2026-07-16T11:01:20Z

Here at TransActual we’re getting ready for Pride. If you want to join us at one or more of the following Prides, let us know by filling in this form: https://form.typeform.com/to/hnsYVR3B This year we will be at:-Brighton Trans Pride Saturday 18th July-London Trans Pride Saturday 25th July-Trans Pride Manchester Saturday 1st August-Bi Pride Saturday 29th August

The EHRC Code of Practice has come into force in Parliament – ...

2026-07-15T13:12:04Z

The EHRC Code of Practice has come into force in Parliament – but what does that mean?
https://transactual.org.uk/blog/2026/07/15/ehrc-code-of-practice-to-come-into-effect-in-august/

Every penny donated helps us work toward a world where our ...

2026-07-15T11:00:41Z

Every penny donated helps us work toward a world where our organisation nolonger needs to exist. It takes two minutes to set up a monthly donation, ormake a one-off contribution, to help us continue the fight for trans rightstoday.https://tinyurl.com/DonateTransActualYou can also use the 'easy fundraising' app which now allows you to raise freedonations or TransActual when shopping in-store at participating stores.#Trans #Transgender #Nonbinary #Queer #LGBTQIA #TransAlly #TransFundraiser

Happy International Non-Binary People's day to all of our ...

2026-07-14T11:01:04Z

Happy International Non-Binary People's day to all of our non-binary siblings around the world.

In a joint statement, Scottish Trans, Trans+ Solidarity Alliance ...

2026-07-09T12:44:40Z

In a joint statement, Scottish Trans, Trans+ Solidarity Alliance and TransActual claimed the legal framework is "fundamentally broken" but the huge backlash driven against the Code of Practice "opens up a vital sliver of hope for a better future in UK law."
https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/trans-single-sex-spaces-ehrc-37408179

Researchers from Queen’s University are recruiting trans, ...

2026-07-06T11:01:07Z

Researchers from Queen’s University are recruiting trans, non-binary and intersex people across the UK and Ireland to share their lived experiences of peri/menopause. For more info email helenm@qubstudentcloud.onmicrosoft.com or complete the screening info at tinyurl.com/helenmstudy

#Trans #Transgender #NonBinary #TransResearch #ResearchSurvey #LGBTQResearch #LGBTQI #LGBTQ #LGBTI #LGBT

Here at TransActual we’re getting ready for Pride. If you want ...

2026-07-04T11:00:53Z

Here at TransActual we’re getting ready for Pride. If you want to join us at one or more of the following Prides, let us know by filling in this form: https://form.typeform.com/to/hnsYVR3B

This year we will be at:
-Brighton Trans Pride Saturday 18th July
-London Trans Pride Saturday 25th July
-Trans Pride Manchester Saturday 1st August
-Bi Pride Saturday 29th August

Trans & gender-diverse people (18+) are invited to an online ...

2026-07-03T11:01:16Z

Trans & gender-diverse people (18+) are invited to an online study on well-being & creative writing from. Takes ~30 mins, includes a short writing exercise, and offers a chance to win a goodie bag: https://buff.ly/JWqmkjb

It’s South Asian Heritage Month! This year's theme is Unity ...

2026-07-01T13:01:57Z

It’s South Asian Heritage Month! This year's theme is Unity in Diversity.

We stand in solidarity with our siblings, team members and supporters of South Asian heritage!

#SouthAsianHeritageMonth #SAHM #SAHM2026

July is Disability Pride Month! We stand in solidarity with our ...

2026-07-01T11:00:55Z

July is Disability Pride Month!
We stand in solidarity with our disabled siblings, team members and supporters!

#disabilitypride #disabilitypridemonth #transanddisabled

What you need to know: Who can take part: Any transgender parent ...

2026-06-30T11:01:28Z

In reply to nevent1q…y2dr
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What you need to know:
Who can take part: Any transgender parent (or prospective parent) who has registered a child’s birth in the UK.
How long: It takes about 30 minutes. It cannot be saved, so please complete it in one sitting.
What you need: It’s helpful (but not required) to have your child’s birth certificate and any Gender Recognition Certificates nearby for your own reference. You will not be asked to upload any documents.

#Trans #Transgender #NonBinary #TransResearch #ResearchSurvey

How are transgender parents currently registered on their ...

2026-06-30T11:01:28Z

How are transgender parents currently registered on their children’s birth certificates in the UK?

We are supporting the TransReg study, conducted by researchers at the University of Zurich and KU Leuven, to gather anonymous data on the birth registration process for trans parents.

The goal is to highlight injustices and provide the evidence needed to push for legal reform and policy changes that actually protect our families.
https://www.uzh.ch/zi/cl/surveys/index.php/788846

Every penny donated helps us work toward a world where our ...

2026-06-29T13:01:34Z

Every penny donated helps us work toward a world where our organisation no
longer needs to exist. It takes two minutes to set up a monthly donation, or
make a one-off contribution, to help us continue the fight for trans rights
today.

https://tinyurl.com/DonateTransActual

You can also use the 'easy fundraising' app which now allows you to raise free
donations or TransActual when shopping in-store at participating stores.

#Trans #Transgender #Nonbinary #Queer #LGBTQIA #TransAlly #TransFundraiser

Every penny donated helps us work toward a world where our ...

2026-06-26T13:01:22Z

Every penny donated helps us work toward a world where our organisation no
longer needs to exist. It takes two minutes to set up a monthly donation, or
make a one-off contribution, to help us continue the fight for trans rights
today.

https://tinyurl.com/DonateTransActual

You can also use the 'easy fundraising' app which now allows you to raise free
donations or TransActual when shopping in-store at participating stores.

#Trans #Transgender #Nonbinary #Queer #LGBTQIA #TransAlly #TransFundraiser

Under the Government’s draft bill to ban conversion abuse, this ...

2026-06-25T12:33:44Z

Under the Government’s draft bill to ban conversion abuse, this tortuous practice will be allowed to continue.
https://transactual.org.uk/blog/2026/06/25/bill-to-ban-conversion-practices-reads-like-an-instruction-manual-for-abuse/

Trans-exclusionary data activism has, over the past decade, ...

2026-06-24T11:00:57Z

Trans-exclusionary data activism has, over the past decade, gained considerable
ground. Its impacts are deeply consequential - yet often unrecognised.
https://transactual.org.uk/blog/2026/06/18/trans-exclusionary-data-activism-the-hidden-battle-to-erase-trans-people/

Every penny donated helps us work toward a world where our ...

2026-06-23T13:01:30Z

Every penny donated helps us work toward a world where our organisation no
longer needs to exist. It takes two minutes to set up a monthly donation, or
make a one-off contribution, to help us continue the fight for trans rights
today.

https://tinyurl.com/DonateTransActual

You can also use the 'easy fundraising' app which now allows you to raise free
donations or TransActual when shopping in-store at participating stores.

#Trans #Transgender #Nonbinary #Queer #LGBTQIA #TransAlly #TransFundraiser

Trans-exclusionary data activism has, over the past decade, ...

2026-06-21T11:00:53Z

Every penny donated helps us work toward a world where our ...

2026-06-20T13:00:49Z

Every penny donated helps us work toward a world where our organisation no
longer needs to exist. It takes two minutes to set up a monthly donation, or
make a one-off contribution, to help us continue the fight for trans rights
today.

https://tinyurl.com/DonateTransActual

You can also use the 'easy fundraising' app which now allows you to raise free
donations or TransActual when shopping in-store at participating stores.

#Trans #Transgender #Nonbinary #Queer #LGBTQIA #TransAlly #TransFundraiser

Trans-exclusionary data activism has, over the past decade, ...

2026-06-18T12:45:07Z

Trans-exclusionary data activism has, over the past decade, gained considerable ground. Its impacts are deeply consequential - yet often unrecognised.
https://transactual.org.uk/blog/2026/06/18/trans-exclusionary-data-activism-the-hidden-battle-to-erase-trans-people/

A postgraduate researcher from the University of Exeter is ...

2026-06-18T11:01:53Z

A postgraduate researcher from the University of Exeter is recruiting non-binary adults to take part in a study on non-binary experiences with the medical field.

For more info email them at dh630@exeter.ac.uk or visit https://forms.office.com/e/CFbkmhJLyP

#Trans #Transgender #NonBinary #TransResearch #ResearchSurvey #LGBTQResearch #LGBTQI #LGBTQ #LGBTI #LGBT

'Labour's bathroom ban is an affront to the spirit and ...

2026-06-18T10:59:13Z

'Labour's bathroom ban is an affront to the spirit and intent of the Equality Act.'- Helen Belcher

https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/politics/starmer-must-act-trans-equality-37295797

Every penny donated helps us work toward a world where our ...

2026-06-17T13:01:38Z

Every penny donated helps us work toward a world where our organisation no longer needs to exist. It takes two minutes to set up a monthly donation, or make a one-off contribution, to help us continue the fight for trans rights today.

https://tinyurl.com/DonateTransActual

You can also use the 'easy fundraising' app which now allows you to raise free donations or TransActual when shopping in-store at participating stores.

#Trans #Transgender #Nonbinary #Queer #LGBTQIA #TransAlly #TransFundraiser

How are transgender parents currently registered on their ...

2026-06-17T11:00:55Z

What you need to know: Who can take part: Any transgender parent ...

2026-06-17T11:00:55Z

In reply to nevent1q…924d
_________________________

What you need to know:
Who can take part: Any transgender parent (or prospective parent) who has registered a child’s birth in the UK.
How long: It takes about 30 minutes. It cannot be saved, so please complete it in one sitting.
What you need: It’s helpful (but not required) to have your child’s birth certificate and any Gender Recognition Certificates nearby for your own reference. You will not be asked to upload any documents.

#Trans #Transgender #NonBinary #TransResearch #ResearchSurvey

"How did all four newspapers included in Amnesty’s study ...

2026-06-17T09:26:01Z

"How did all four newspapers included in Amnesty’s study respond to the report? I contacted the press offices of all four about this story and asked whether they had any comment on Amnesty’s findings. None of them replied."
https://www.thebureauinvestigates.com/stories/2026-06-17/amnesty-international-exposed-years-of-anti-trans-reporting-at-four-uk-newspapers-they-ignored-it

New Victoria Hospital will no longer provide masculising ...

2026-06-16T16:43:53Z

New Victoria Hospital will no longer provide masculising gender-affirming surgery from December. We have been assured by NHS England that it is looking at alternative providers to continue this service, and that they will keep patients informed.
https://transactual.org.uk/blog/2026/06/16/statement-on-new-victoria-hospital-ending-masculising-gender-affirming-surgery/

it does not protect trans people’s ability to participate fully ...

2026-06-15T10:42:27Z

In reply to nevent1q…vqnt
_________________________

it does not protect trans people’s ability to participate fully in society, it does not support organisations that wish to remain inclusive, and it does not comply with the UK’s domestic and international human rights obligations.

Read the full letter here :https://transactual.org.uk/blog/2026/06/15/intervene-now-for-trans-equality-or-accept-the-consequences-starmer-told/

#TransRights #EHRC #Trans

The Prime Minister has been told to intervene now to legislate ...

2026-06-15T10:42:26Z

The Prime Minister has been told to intervene now to legislate for trans equality, or accept responsibility for the consequences.

TransActual, Trans+ Solidarity Alliance and Scottish Trans – three of the UK’s leading trans advocacy organisations – have warned Keir Starmer that the new Code of Practice is unworkable:

Every penny donated helps us work toward a world where our ...

2026-06-14T13:00:59Z

Every penny donated helps us work toward a world where our organisation no longer needs to exist. It takes two minutes to set up a monthly donation, or make a one-off contribution, to help us continue the fight for trans rights today.

https://tinyurl.com/DonateTransActual

You can also use the 'easy fundraising' app which now allows you to raise free donations or TransActual when shopping in-store at participating stores.

#Trans #Transgender #Nonbinary #Queer #LGBTQIA #TransAlly #TransFundraiser

The position the UK now is in is driven by two big basic lies, ...

2026-06-12T15:14:09Z

The position the UK now is in is driven by two big basic lies, says Helen Belcher.
https://bylinetimes.com/2026/06/11/the-two-big-lies-about-trans-people-at-the-heart-of-the-ehrc-codes-of-practice/

To the affected young people and their families, TransActual ...

2026-06-11T17:23:14Z

To the affected young people and their families, TransActual stands with you.
https://transactual.org.uk/blog/2026/06/11/statement-on-the-removal-of-care-from-wellbn-patients/

Every penny donated helps us work toward a world where our ...

2026-06-11T13:01:38Z

Every penny donated helps us work toward a world where our organisation no longer needs to exist. It takes two minutes to set up a monthly donation, or make a one-off contribution, to help us continue the fight for trans rights today.

https://tinyurl.com/DonateTransActual

You can also use the 'easy fundraising' app which now allows you to raise free donations or TransActual when shopping in-store at participating stores.

#Trans #Transgender #Nonbinary #Queer #LGBTQIA #TransAlly #TransFundraiser

You are not alone. ...

2026-06-10T15:35:35Z

You are not alone.

Over 100 MPs have signed an early day motion to reject the ...

2026-06-10T13:00:52Z

Over 100 MPs have signed an early day motion to reject the EHRC's Code of Practice. If your MP hasn't signed yet, it takes two minutes to email and ask them to take action.
https://equalrecognition.eaction.org.uk/rejectthecode

University of Edinburgh researchers are recruiting transgender ...

2026-06-10T11:01:42Z

University of Edinburgh researchers are recruiting transgender autistic adults for a study exploring how sensory experiences and camouflaging behaviours impact transition experiences.

Interested in taking part?
Scan the QR code or follow this link: https://forms.office.com/e/x9AxTJTmrA

Any questions?
Contact Connie Stark (Lead Researcher) via email: s1534095@ed.ac.uk

We're at #NHSConFed today, where we have won an award for ...

2026-06-10T09:50:35Z

We're at #NHSConFed today, where we have won an award for sustainability! Come visit our stall and say hello.

We deserve answers. ...

2026-06-09T12:45:37Z

We deserve answers.
https://transactual.org.uk/blog/2026/06/09/transactual-send-letter-to-nhs-england-ceo-james-mackey-seeking-answers/

“I just want to go for a wee and get out again,” says Chay ...

2026-06-09T11:00:55Z

“I just want to go for a wee and get out again,” says Chay Brown. “But going in there worried — is someone going to say something? — it’s not nice, and that’s why a lot of people have changed their behaviour”.
https://thebristolcable.org/2026/06/i-dont-want-to-use-the-trans-loos/

Every penny donated helps us work toward a world where our ...

2026-06-08T13:01:29Z

Every penny donated helps us work toward a world where our organisation no longer needs to exist. It takes two minutes to set up a monthly donation, or make a one-off contribution, to help us continue the fight for trans rights today.

https://tinyurl.com/DonateTransActual

You can also use the 'easy fundraising' app which now allows you to raise free donations or TransActual when shopping in-store at participating stores.

#Trans #Transgender #Nonbinary #Queer #LGBTQIA #TransAlly #TransFundraiser

Here at TransActual we’re getting ready for Pride. If you want ...

2026-06-07T11:00:54Z

Here at TransActual we’re getting ready for Pride. If you want to join us at one or more of the following Prides, let us know by filling in this form: https://form.typeform.com/to/hnsYVR3B

This year we will be at:

-Sparkle Weekend Friday 26th-Sunday 28th June
-Brighton Trans Pride Saturday 18th July
-London Trans Pride Saturday 25th July
-Trans Pride Manchester Saturday 1st August
-Bi Pride Saturday 29th August