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A year-long project aiming to improve access to domestic abuse services for LGBT+ people across South Yorkshire.Galop, SafeLives and Stonewall briefing: The LGBT+ community and domestic abuse
From Galop: http://www.galop.org.uk/galop-safelives-and-stonewall-briefing-the-lgbt-community-and-domestic-abuse/ Domestic Abuse Bill, Second Reading, 28 April 2020 Summary To meet the needs of LGBT+ people in the Bill and its associated programme of work the Domestic...
Read moreThe British Psychological Society – The psychological impact of social distancing on Gender, Sexuality and Relationship Diverse populations
https://www.bps.org.uk/blogs/guest/psychological-impact-social-distancing-gender-sexuality-and-relationship-diverse In response to the Covid-19 crisis, Dr Adam Jowett, Chair of the Psychology of Sexualities Section, raises some of the ways social distancing measures...
Read moreLGBT Foundation – 10 Ways to Safely Affirm Your LGBT Identity During Lockdown
http://www.lgbt.foundation/domesticabuse/10ways Domestic abuse within LGBT communities is often overlooked within mainstream services. Abuse or hostile behaviour can come from a partner, family member or housemate. Differences between LGBT relationships and...
Read moreSouth Yorkshire Police: Launch of online reporting tool for domestic abuse
https://www.southyorks.police.uk/find-out/news-and-appeals/2020/april-2020/launch-of-online-reporting-tool-for-domestic-abuse/ Victims of domestic abuse in South Yorkshire will now be able to report incidents to South Yorkshire Police via a dedicated online portal....
Read moreLGBT Foundation – Why LGBT People are Disproportionately Impacted by Coronavirus
From LGBT Foundation: http://www.lgbt.foundation/coronavirus/impact The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has had an unprecedented effect on the daily lives of everyone in the UK. The impact of the virus is widespread, however individuals from marginalised or...
Read moreSAYiT tips for Parents and Carers living with young people during lockdown
The Current Situation Staying at home during lockdown due to coronavirus, is putting a huge strain on all children, young people and families. If LGBT+ children and young people are also feeling unsupported, have mental health or self-esteem issues, are being bullied,...
Read moreThe rise of domestic abuse during COVID-19 in LGBTQ relationships and how you can get help
Article from Gay Times 07/04/20 https://www.gaytimes.co.uk/community/134246/the-rise-of-domestic-abuse-during-covid-19-in-lgbtq-relationships-and-how-you-can-get-help/ I have been successfully practising as a Barrister for over 20 years at the English bar and yet only...
Read moreCovid-19 Update for SAYiT LGBT+ Inclusion Kite Mark Applicants
LGBT+ Inclusion Kite Mark and Covid-19 We know that victims of Domestic Abuse are particularly at risk during this period and the support from services is even more valuable. This makes it vital that support is there for LGBT+ victims/survivors. Whilst we cannot award...
Read moreMaking the most of your time during times of Corona
New Skills If there was ever a time to pick up a new hobby, it’s now! Learn a language with Duolingo—it’s a great app and is a really fun way of learning new vocabulary. Learn some chords on guitar — Here is a lesson for complete beginners. Learn how to knit or...
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