Understand the LGBTQIA+ news: Leaked EHRC code of practice is "misogynist’s charter" that will enforce gender stereotypes in public life
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Understand the LGBTQIA+ news: Leaked EHRC code of practice is "misogynist’s charter" that will enforce gender stereotypes in public life

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Understand the LGBTQIA+ headlines and keep track of the latest queer content and perspectives. The QueerAF newsletter is written by Jamie Wareham and a different queer creative each week.

💬 This week:

  • EHRC: The organisation's draft code of practice has been leaked to the media amid growing signs ministers are opposed to it.
  • TDOR: We reflect on this year's Transgender Murder Monitoring report, which shows an alarming rise in the number of activists targeted.
  • Queer Gaze: Back with Inclusive Journalism Cymru, we explore the Welsh Ballroom community and its roots in the scene's history.

Skip the doomscrolling and support queer creatives instead. We are QueerAF – and so are you.


"Misogynistic" leaked guidance would ban people from toilets based on appearance

TL;DR: Leaked copies of a yet to be approved code of practice by the Equalities Watchdog the EHRC have been decried a "misogynist’s charter" as they call on business and service providers to judge people based on their appearance and behaviour to restrict use to single-sex services.