Trans Pride Brighton & Hove announces T-shirt Design Competition
Trans Pride are asking trans and non-binary artists to submit a design for a T-shirt around the theme of Out in the World to recognise Trans Pride returning to an in-person event on Saturday, July 16. READ MORE
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Tory MP Jamie Wallis comes out as trans
Jamie Wallis, Conservative MP for Bridgend and Porthcawl, has come out as transgender, making him the UK's first openly trans member of Parliament. READ MORE
ART MATTERS: Enzo Marra shines a light on the work of Graham Dean
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Chris Jepson's 'Modern Love' is a winner in GREAT Britain's national comp
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REVIEW: Beautiful @ Theatre Royal
The subjects of Chris' image Modern Love are George Montague, 'The Oldest Gay in the Village', and his husband of 25 years, Somchai.
The all singing, all dancing, musical instrument playing young cast give us a fine engaging performance with some stand out singing and dancing from this well rounded ensemble.
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30 YEARS OF SUSSEX BEACON
Brighton-based HIV charity the Sussex Beacon has launched a series of community and fundraising activities, commemorating 30 years since the foundation stone was laid at its main centre. ) Brighton-based HIV charity the Sussex
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Beacon has launched a series of community and fundraising activities, commemorating 30 years since the foundation stone was laid at its main centre.
Bill Puddicombe, Executive Director of the Sussex Beacon said: “So many services like the Sussex Beacon have gone in the last 10 years, largely due to cuts in public funding. We are proud that we have been able to continue our model of care, combining inpatient and community services, demonstrating a range of services that are very much in demand by people living with HIV.
As part of the celebrations, the Sussex Beacon has produced an exclusive limited edition 30th Anniversary pin badge that customers will receive when spending £30 or more within their shops (St James’s Street or London Road).
BILL PUDDICOMBE
The Sussex Beacon was established in 1992, in response to a major need from the Brighton and greater Sussex communities, during the AIDS pandemic of the 1980s and ‘90s. Although the nature of care and support required has changed over the years, including people ageing with HIV, the charity stresses that the need to provide support to people living with HIV remains as vital as ever.
Originally functioning as a hospice to care for people at the end of their lives, the Sussex Beacon has seen its role change to now being a place where those living with HIV come to receive support to regain their sense of independence and to improve their health & wellbeing, via both inpatient and community
A community hub in its own right, the Sussex Beacon’s St James’s Street shop now features a major in-store display, highlighting 30 years of memorabilia. Containing original plans, photos, newsletters dating as far back as 1992, members of the public are invited to leave messages on a special noticeboard. This will enable previous service users, their family and friends and supporters to relate their own stories and memories of the Sussex Beacon. If you have your own stories/photos you’d like to share, email fundraising@sussexbeacon. org.uk.
“As a result of our work across Sussex, particularly Brighton & Hove and surrounding areas, the Sussex Beacon has become a much loved and respected part of the community. Our fundraising team have commented how members of the public often approach them at events, relating anecdotes and situations where the Beacon has helped loved ones in the past. These are very personal, sometimes very emotional stories, which remind us just how valued the Sussex Beacon actually is”.
With demands for its services as great as ever, the Sussex Beacon is inviting all individuals, supporters, and businesses within Brighton to join them in celebrating their 30th Anniversary throughout the year, so that they can continue to raise much needed funds, assisting their essential work with people living with HIV. D For more info on the Sussex Beacon, visit: www.sussexbeacon.org.uk
Themed sessions with LGBTQ+ mental health charity, MindOut
Trans Voices, the UK’s first pro trans+ choir, launches with documentary
MindOut, the LGBTQ+ mental health charity, has lots of new themed sessions through its online support service coming up.
NOUS Collective announces the official launch of Trans Voices, the UK’s first professional trans+ choir, co-founded by artists Anil Sebastian and Coda Galabov.
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Chris Jepson's 'The Identity Project' goes global!
Photographer Chris Jepson announces The Identity Project is going global with a week's residency in a gallery in Paris to shoot French portraits for the project. READ MORE
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'MAISIE' documentary wins top award
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Dave Pop! creates beautiful mural to Blair Envy at Club Revenge
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Local artist Dave Pop! has created a beautiful mural to Blair Envy, which is displayed on the side of Club Revenge at Steine Street in Brighton.
The Bill proposes reforms to the Gender Recognition Act, which has enabled trans men and trans women to change the sex listed on their birth certificate.
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Exeter Pride announces return
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Nice 'n' Naughty supports Sussex Beacon
Trustees and volunteers working hard behind the scenes are proud to announce that Exeter Pride will be returning in 2022 on Saturday, May 14.
Donation to the Sussex Beacon on every purchase made.
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Jason Reid chats to 'VIP artist' Ebony Rose Dark
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Ledward Centre ready to welcome new volunteers
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Cabaret at Affinity Bar Brighton raises £1,200+ for Ukraine
Ask For Clive announces the return of Pub Pride in May
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Brighton & Hove Pride supports new LGBTQ+ work for Brighton Fringe 2022
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George Montague, the 'Oldest Gay in the Village', has died
Cabaret stars and the community came together at Affinity Bar in Brighton last month to raise funds and collect essential items for the people of Ukraine.
George Montague, who rose to national and international prominence when he took to his mobility scooter and appeared on the Brighton & Hove Pride parade as the 'Oldest Gay in the Village', has died.
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Cin Cin restaurant in Hove chooses Sussex Beacon as charity partner
Brighton Gay Men’s Chorus presents 'Divas!'
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Queer club night Traumfrau to pres 'Spring of Love' at Ironworks Studios
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Actually Gay Men's Chorus announce Healthwatch Brighton & Hove's Mental tribute to Queen Elizabeth II - 'Nobody Health & Accommodation survey Does It Better'
Actually Gay Men’s Chorus (AGMC) will be offering their very own birthday tribute to Her Majesty the Queen
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Forty-four community food groups call for action on cost of living crisis
Legends to sponsor Cabaret Big Top at We Are Fabuloso for Brighton & Hove Pride’s 30th Anniversary
A coalition of 44 community food groups in Brighton & Hove is this week calling on Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak to implement a 12-point package of measures to address food poverty in the city. READ MORE
OPINION: 'The Uncertainty of the Displaced'
Brighton & Hove Pride has announced LGBTQ+ venue Legends will once again sponsor the Cabaret Big Top, which is the sequinned sensation at the heart of We Are Fabuloso in Preston Park, for Pride's 30th Anniversary in August. READ MORE
Worthing Pride to return in 2022 with Duncan James, Five, Liberty X, N-Trance and Betty Boo
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Pride returns to Worthing on Friday, July 8 and Saturday, July 9 following a lengthy but successful licensing application process.
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Parable Dance launches across the pond
A Brighton-based community interest company who have carved out a successful reputation with their work around the UK, have announced the launch of a sister company in New York. READ MORE
Marlborough Productions announces 'New Queers on the Block 2022' commissioned artists
New app launches for those seeking LGBTQ+ support
Jake Hambleton and Graham Reese have cofounded RoundaboutUK, a free app to act as a one stop shop for those seeking sources of LGBTQ+ support. READ MORE
Ledward Centre launches 'Make Your Mark' CrowdFunder campaign
The Ledward Centre, the new LGBTQ+ centre in Jubilee Street, has launched a campaign to raise funds to complete the first phase of the fit out, the café-lounge, kitchen and servery. Marlborough Productions has selected four LGBTQ+ artists – Rowdy SS, Tammy Reynolds, Whiskey Chow and Estabrak – for its flagship artist development programme READ MORE
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New telephone befriending to help battle loneliness among LGBTQ+ older people
Brighton & Hove City Council to 'make public art a priority'
New guidance to encourage developers to incorporate public art into new city developments at the earliest design stages, is being considered
National charity Re-engage is launching a free telephone befriending service for older LGBTQ+ people who are especially vulnerable to loneliness, given decades of stigma and discrimination.
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as they are to explore their spirituality without judgement. 01273 515572 or info@mccbrighton.org.uk www.mccbrighton.org.uk l MindOut Independent, impartial services run by and for LGBTQ people with experience of mental health issues. 24 hr confidential answerphone: 01273 234839 or email info@mindout.org.uk and out of hours online chat www.mindout.org.uk l Navigate Social/peer support group for trans, non-binary & intersex, AFAB, FTM, transmasculine & gender queer people. Every 2nd Friday of the month from 6-8pm (currently on Zoom) at Possability Place, Windlesham Venue, BN1 3AH (formerly Space for Change). navigatebrighton.co.uk l Peer Action Regular low cost yoga, therapies, swimming, meditation & social groups for people with HIV. contact@ peeraction.net or www.peeraction.net l Rainbow Families Support group for lesbian and/or gay parents. 07951 082013 or info@rainbowfamilies.org.uk. www.rainbowfamilies.org.uk l Rainbow Hub Information, contact, help and guidance to services for LGBT+ communities in Brighton, Hove and Sussex at Rainbow Hub drop in LGBT+ one-stop shop: 93 St James Street, BN2 1TP, 01273 675445 or visit www.therainbowhubbrighton.com l Some People Social/support group for LGB or questioning aged 14-19, Tue 5.30-7.30pm, Hastings. Call/text Kerrie Tolley-Cloke 07874 637593 or email somepeople@ eastsussex.gov.uk l TAGS – The Arun Gay Society Social Group welcome all in East & West Sussex Areas. Call/Text 07539 513171. More info: www.tagsonline. org.uk l Victim Support Anyone seeking help can contact our free 24/7 Supportline number on 0808 16 89 111 or get in touch via the website www.victimsupport.org.uk. A range of tools to help people cope and move forwards after crime can be found at www.mysupportspace.org.uk/moj l The Village MCC LGBTQ+ affirming church worship and pastoral care in Kemptown. See www.thevillagemcc.org, or call 07476 667353 for details.
HIV Prevention, Care & Treatment Services l AVERT Sussex HIV & AIDS info service 01403 210202 or confidential@avert.org l Brighton & Hove CAB HIV Project Money, benefits, employment, housing, info, advocacy. Appointments: Tue-Thur 9am-4pm, Wed 9am-12.30pm Brighton & Hove Citizens Advice Bureau, Brighton Town Hall. 01273 733390 ext 520 or www. brightonhovecab.org.uk l Clinic M Free confidential testing & treatment for STIs including HIV, plus Hep A & B vaccinations. Claude Nicol Centre, Sussex County Hospital, on Weds from 5-8pm. 01273 523388 or www.brightonsexualhealth.com l Community HIV Specialist Service NHS nursing team supporting patients with HIV in the community and offering free HIV training for groups across Brighton & Hove and West Sussex. www.
sussexcommunity.nhs.uk/hiv l Lawson Unit Medical advice, treatment for HIV+, specialist clinics, diet & welfare advice, drug trials. 01273 664 722 l The Martin Fisher Foundation STI HIV self-testing kits via digital vending machines available from: Jubilee Library, Wellsbourne Centre, Portland Road (between Wish Park Surgery and Kamson’s Pharmacy), BMEC Partnership Centre, Prowler and Brighton Sauna. www. themartinfisherfoundation.org l Substance Misuse Service Brighton & Hove Recovery Service manages and delivers the adult drug and alcohol services for the city. Change Grow Live (CGL) provides tailored support to adults in Brighton & Hove who identify as LGBTQ+. CGL offers 1-to-1 support, a variety of online and face to face groups. They offer LGBTQ+ specific groups via the peer-led Speakout group and have established links with a wide range of LGBTQ+ services. To refer to the service, email brighton.info@cgl.org.uk or phone 01273 731 900. More info: www.changegrowlive. org/brighton-hove-recovery-service/info l Sussex Beacon 24-hour nursing & medical care, day care 01273 694222 or www.sussexbeacon.org.uk l Terrence Higgins Trust Brighton & Hove For more info about these free services go to the THT office, 61 Ship St, Brighton, Mon–Fri, 10am–5pm 01273 764200 or info.brighton@tht.org.uk, facebook.com/THTBrighton For people living with HIV: • HIV support services: Info, support & practical advice • Welfare rights advice: find out about benefits • Counselling from qualified counsellors for up to 12 sessions Health Promotion in Brighton & Hove: Provides services for men who have sex with men, anyone from African communities, sex workers of any gender, and trans or non-binary people. • Visit clinic for free fast HIV & STI testing with results in <10 mins • Free condoms and lube • Confidential info and advice on sexual health & HIV • Face2Face for gay/bi men; negotiating sex, chemsex, newly diagnosed • Tailored support for sex workers, trans people and African communities • Outreach - say hello online and in person for info, condoms & lube, and HIV/STI testing at Brighton Sauna, Boiler Room Sauna, Amsterdam, Charles Street Tap, and Legends bar. For details please check facebook.com/THTBrighton l Sexual Health Worthing Free confidential tests & treatment for STIs inc HIVA; Hep vaccinations. Worthing-based 0845 111345645
National Helplines l National LGBT Domestic Abuse Helpline at www.galop.org.uk and 0800 999 5428 l Switchboard 0300 330 0630 l Positiveline (Eddie Surman Trust) Mon-Fri 11am-10pm, Sat & Sun 4-10pm 0800 1696806 l Mainliners 02075 825226 l National AIDS Helpline 08005 67123 l National Drugs Helpline 08007 76600 l THT AIDS Treatment 08459 470047 l THT direct 0845 1221200