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Keep up to date with what is happening at SAYiTCharity voices safety concerns over controversial Arena event
SAYiT, a Sheffield charity which has been supporting young LGBT+ people in the city for over 20 years, has joined voices across the region in strongly urging Sheffield City Trust to reconsider giving a platform to the controversial preacher, Franklin Graham. Graham,...
Read moreHip Hip Hooray!
Three cheers for SAYiT The crowd cheer in celebration of SAYiT's 20th birthday This autumn was a remarkable time for us at SAYiT, as a month of celebrations culminated in a much anticipated event to mark our 20th anniversary. It was a very emotional and moving event...
Read moreBlog: Fruitbowl Enjoy Relaxing Session with Changing Faces
We've been reflecting on our Fruitbowl sessions in the final quarter of 2019 and our time with Changing Faces really stood out. Changing Faces, a charity that works with young people who have visible differences, ran a wonderful session for our Fruitbowl group in...
Read moreHeather Paterson at the European Diversity Awards
SAYiT team member Heather Paterson was nominated for Campaigner of the Year at the 2019 European Diversity Awards and attended the ceremony on Thursday 14th November. ''Last Thursday I had the pleasure of attending the 10th Annual European Diversity Awards as a...
Read moreSheffield Rainbow Laces Cup 2019
On Saturday, 16th November, Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park played host to a charity football match that is calling for an end to LGBT+ phobia in football and to back sport as something for everyone. The event started with all players, managers, guests and many of the...
Read moreD for Dexter – BBC Radio Show
On 11/11/19, 'Children in Need: D for Dexter' was broadcast on BBC Radio 4. The story has been developed through close collaboration and consultation with SAYiT's amazing young people and BBC Children in Need, who help to fund our work. Listen again here:...
Read moreBlog: Meet our Staff – Sophie Williams & SAYiT’s 20th Anniversary
We’re looking back over 20 years of SAYiT in preparation for our 20th Anniversary Celebration on 24/10/19 at the Sheffield Town Hall. We are lucky enough to have incredible staff who go above and beyond for SAYiT. Their priority is our young people and that is evident...
Read moreBlog: Meet the Volunteer – Lucy Pinder & SAYiT’s 20th Anniversary
Our volunteers make up a massive part of SAYiT. Without them we wouldn’t be so successful in the important work that we do. We couldn’t run so many of our groups, services, and events without their hard work, charisma, and time. Throughout our history, volunteers have...
Read moreBlog: Meet the Trustee – James Laley & SAYiT’s 20th Anniversary
Have you ever wondered what a Trustee does? They make up a massive part of SAYiT – and without them we wouldn’t be so successful in the important work that we do. We’re looking back over 20 years of SAYiT in preparation for our 20th Anniversary Celebration on 24/10/19...
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