Did you know there is a secret gay language? No I am not talking about ‘Yas gawd, slay mama okurrrrrrrrrrrrr’ I am talking about Polari. Polari emerged in the mid 20th century as a way for gay people to discreetly communicate with each other when it was illegal during those times to be gay. Comprising a fusion of linguistic elements from English, Italian, Romani, Yiddish, and slang, Polari is characterised by its playful and often humorous nature. Words and phrases are creatively altered or inverted, creating a distinct and exclusive form of communication.Polari also draws inspiration from ..read more

LGBT History Month has been celebrated since 2005. It’s the chance to educate, talk, raise awareness, remember and celebrate LGBT+ people’s history. Every year, founders Schools OUT create a different theme providing free resources for a variety of sectors to use.    The history of LGBT+ peoples’ lives and the impact they made to communities had long been hidden. The repeal of Section 28 enabled LGBT+ people to celebrate stories of the past, present and create their future. What Was Section 28? You may have never heard of Section 28 or you may be familiar with the name but know n ..read more

There were 145,214 hate crimes in the year ending March 2023 recorded by the police in England and Wales. Although this is a 5% decrease compared to the previous year, it’s still a staggering amount. That’s why more still needs to be done to prevent such crimes happening. This October 14th – 21st is National Hate Crime Awareness Week. Shining a light on what a hate crime is, how to spot and report one and how to spread awareness. What is a Hate Crime? A hate crime is a criminal offence perceived by the victim or by another person motivated by hostility or prejudice.  There are five c ..read more

ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is often stereotyped. It’s a common mistake that it only impacts children and primarily makes them act in an hyperactive manner. Just like many conditions, people can experience different symptoms. This actually makes ADHD in adults harder to detect and sometimes goes under the radar completely.  We’d like to shine a light on the myths, facts and how to be a support network. Not only this ADHD Awareness Month but all year round. What is ADHD? ADHD is a neurodiversity disorder that can impact anyone, regardless of age. It is often diagn ..read more

In today’s rapidly evolving work landscape, the concept of neurodiversity is not just a buzzword; it’s a reality that holds the potential to reshape the way we perceive and operate within the modern workplace. As we strive for greater inclusivity and diversity, embracing neurodiversity is a crucial step toward harnessing the unique talents and perspectives of every individual. In this blog, we’ll explore the significance of neurodiversity in the modern workplace and discuss actionable steps that companies can take to create more inclusive environments. Neurodiversity is a Reality of Today's ..read more

Intersectionality in its simplest terms is the theory that race, class, gender, sexual orientation and other social factors overlap creating multiple layers of oppression. How does intersectionality not only relate to you but shape the prejudices that we may face? What is Intersectionality? Inequalities based on gender, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, class, religion intersect creating complex dynamics of discrimination. All of these need to be addressed and identified so one form of inequality doesn’t prevent another from being dismissed.   The term intersectionality was first ..read more

Bisexual vs. Pansexual: What is the Difference? For new members or allies of the LGBT+ community, learning about all the different identities can be somewhat overwhelming. There are even words, such as bisexual and pansexual, with very similar definitions. In today’s blog, we’re going to be diving into the identities of bisexual and pansexual. We’re going to help you understand the difference and, perhaps more importantly, how you can be respectful of each. Diving in with definitions To begin, let’s go over the definitions of both bisexual and pansexual. And since we’re already talking chr ..read more

Inclusive Employment: Flexible Work and Trust In the current climate, allowing flexibility is almost a necessity for employers who want to be inclusive. After all, flexible work provides access for many people who were previously unable to enter the workforce. Busy parents or carers and people with disabilities or health issues are just a couple of examples. Having access to previously unreachable candidates also benefits businesses by giving them a larger talent pool. However, flexible work arguably comes with some level of risk for employers too. Whether it’s remote work or non-standard wo ..read more

How To Celebrate Trans Voices Many articles written about trans issues can feel a bit miserable. Every day, news stories about awful things come across our feeds, and it can make being trans in 2022 a little bit scary. But, in addition to shining a light on transphobia, it is now more important than ever to celebrate trans voices and make them heard. So how can we uplift the voices of our trans friends and colleagues? Pay attention 2021 and 2022 have seen the trans community make some incredible progress. We’ve had the first openly trans person on the cover of TIME Magazine, the first tran ..read more

Four Ways Your Business Can Celebrate LGBT+ History Month LGBT+ History Month is just around the corner for the UK, but have you got a plan for celebrating this key diversity and inclusion event? Showing support for the LGBT+ community in February is key for businesses that consider themselves inclusive and LGBT-friendly. However, it can sometimes be difficult to decide the best way for your company to express its support. If you are unsure how to honour LGBT+ History Month this year, this blog post makes four suggestions for celebrating the event in an inclusive way. One thing to keep in mi ..read more