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Galop
@GalopUK
We support all LGBT+ victims/survivors of domestic abuse, sexual violence, hate crime, and other forms of abuse. We are run by LGBT+ people, for LGBT+ people.
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    Galop
    @GalopUK
    Dec 21, 2023
    Are you LGBT+? Have you experienced abuse or violence? We specialise in supporting LGBT+ victims & survivors of domestic abuse, sexual violence, hate crime, so-called 'conversion therapy' & other forms of abuse 💜 📞 0800 999 5428 📧 [email protected] 💻 galop.org.uk
    We support LGBT+ people who have experienced abuse and violence
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    Galop
    @GalopUK
    Oct 13, 2020
    No one deserves to be targeted with abuse because of who they are. LIKE ❤ this Tweet to learn what you can do and be reminded about #StandUpToHate
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    Galop
    @GalopUK
    Feb 2, 2023
    Today, we’re launching the UK’s first ever LGBT+ Rape and Sexual Abuse Helpline. Everyone should have somewhere they can turn to for support, without worry or fear. Call 0800 999 5428 or email [email protected] to get in touch.
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    Galop
    @GalopUK
    Apr 6, 2022
    Let's be clear: being abused doesn't 'cause' you to be trans. Trans people are more likely to experience abuse and violence based on their identity, and suggesting that child sexual abuse and/or bullying changes someone's gender identity is damaging and wrong.
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    Kay Burley
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    Apr 6, 2022
    Is there any place for trans conversion therapy in Britain? Health Secretary Sajid Javid says it should remain legal as gender dysphoria amongst kids can be a symptom of child sex abuse or bullying #KayBurley BH
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    Galop
    @GalopUK
    Dec 19, 2023
    Galop's statement on the non-statutory draft guidance for schools and colleges on gender questioning children
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    Galop
    @GalopUK
    Mar 22, 2022
    Galop's statement on Women’s Aid's position on the inclusion of trans women in single-sex services. galop.org.uk/news/galops-st…
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    Galop
    @GalopUK
    Jun 9, 2020
    We're trying to improve the support for LGBT+ people facing hate crime. Help us by sharing our survey or taking 15 minutes to fill it in 👇 surveymonkey.co.uk/r/GalopLGBTHat… #PRIDE2020 #LGBTQ
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    Galop
    @GalopUK
    Jul 8, 2020
    We want to learn more about the LGBT+ community’s relationships with family &/or partner(s) in Central Bedfordshire. surveymonkey.co.uk/r/GalopCentral… Your survey response will inform possible changes to make support in Central Bedfordshire more accessible & effective for #LGBT people.
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    Galop
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    Apr 1, 2022
    We have a case where two #LGBT siblings were both being put through #conversiontherapy by their family. One was bi, the other was trans. They were subjected to exactly the same abuse and violence, but under this proposal, the government would only protect one of them.
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    Paul Brand
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    Mar 31, 2022
    🚨 U-TURN ON THE U-TURN 🚨 The Prime Minister has changed his mind off the back of the reaction to our report and he WILL now ban conversion therapy after all. Senior Govt source absolutely assures me it’ll be in Queen’s Speech. But only gay conversion therapy, not trans.
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    Galop
    @GalopUK
    Dec 20, 2023
    Our thoughts are with the loved ones of Brianna Ghey, & our community, after two teenagers were found guilty of her murder today. The coverage of Brianna's trial has been incredibly painful to follow, & will have had a significant impact on trans+ and non-binary people. (1/2)
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    Galop
    @GalopUK
    Jul 11, 2019
    As a community we’ve faced a lot of prejudice in the past, and the present can be tough too. We say, enough is enough. Everyone deserves respect for who they are and who they love. Share our message of unity. Find out more: Galop.org.uk #LGBT youtu.be/0QQyH5uwquU
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    Galop - the LGBT+ anti-abuse charity
    Galop works with and for LGBT+ victims and survivors of abuse and violence in the UK
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    Galop
    @GalopUK
    Jan 27, 2022
    Galop's statement on the EHRC's response to the conversion therapy consultation
    Yesterday’s statement from the EHRC makes it clear that they have not understood the reality of conversion therapy in the UK. Galop supports LGBT+ victims of this kind of abuse every day, and we have a number of concerns about the effects the EHRC’s statement may have on protecting the people we work with. We do need a clear definition of so-called conversion "therapy" in the upcoming ban – one that recognises the wide range of psychological, physical and sexual abuse that LGBT+ people are subjected to in an attempt to cure, change, or suppress our identities. We must ensure that the ban protects all victims from all backgrounds who are experiencing this abuse, in all its forms. There is no ban for LGBT+ people in the UK that does not include our trans and non-binary siblings. Conversion therapy must be banned because being LGBT+ is not an illness, therefore it is not possible to cure us. If that is true for LGB people, then it is true for trans and non-binary people. The research
    ...cont. The report we launched yesterday showed that our trans and non-binary siblings are disproportionately affected by sexual violence intended to "convert" or "punish" them. Sexual violence is only one aspect of what conversion therapy looks like in the UK. It is vital that this ban protects the whole of the LGBT+ community – and leaves no one behind. LGBT+ people should continue to have access to affirming services that support them, and spaces for them to explore their identities. The important difference is that those spaces should not have a pre-determined outcome. Everyone should be supported to come to their own understanding of who they are, and no one should be forced to be someone they're not. We see the significant and long-term effects of so-called conversion therapy on the people we work with. We must not delay the implementation of this life-saving law – every day that passes without a ban leaves LGBT+ people unprotected.
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    Galop
    @GalopUK
    Oct 6, 2022
    Galop's statement on the release of the 2021-2022 Official Statistics for Hate Crime
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    A pale purple graphic, with a dark purple Galop logo, with text showing Galop's statement on the release of the 2021-2022 Official Statistics for Hate Crime
    A pale purple graphic, with a dark purple Galop logo, with text showing Galop's statement on the release of the 2021-2022 Official Statistics for Hate Crime
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    Galop
    @GalopUK
    Feb 13, 2023
    Galop's statement on the murder of Brianna Ghey
    Galop's statement on the murder of Brianna Ghey. Our thoughts are with the loved ones of Brianna Ghey following her murder in Culcheth Linear park on Saturday. While the motives around this targeted attack have not yet been confirmed, we know this news will have impacted trans and non-binary people, particularly those who have experienced transphobic bullying or hate crimes. We’re here to offer confidential help or support. The Hate Crime Helpline is open at 0800 999 5428, by email help@galop.org.uk or webchat at galop.org.uk.
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