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Critically appraising the Cass report: methodological flaws and unsupported claims

BMC Medical Research Methodology

We identified a high risk of bias in each of the systematic reviews driven by unexplained protocol deviations, ambiguous eligibility criteria, inadequate study identification, and the failure to integrate consideration of these limitations. We also identified methodological flaws and unsubstantiated claims in the primary research that suggest a double standard in the quality of evidence produced for the Cass report. The report’s recommendations, given its methodological flaws and misrepresentation of evidence, warrant critical scrutiny to ensure ethical and effective support for gender-diverse youth.

Mental Health of LGBTQ+ workers: a systematic review

BMC Psychiatry

Members of the LGBTQ+ community have greater risk of mental health disorders compared to the general population, however most evidence is from young people. We sought to systematically review and summarise the evidence for the burden and risk of mental health disorders.

Understanding the role of gender congruence and affirming care in trans men’s body image and quality of life

International Journal of Transgender Health

Trans men face unique challenges related to gender congruence, body satisfaction, and quality of life (QoL). While research highlights the importance of these factors for transgender and gender-diverse individuals, little is known about how they intersect to influence specific QoL domains (e.g. physiological, psychological, social, and environmental) for trans men. Understanding these relationships is critical to developing interventions that support their well-being.

 

Barriers to LGBTQ+ career progression in the UK

Pride in Leadership

LGBTQ+ professionals face a range of challenges and barriers in their careers, from lack of representation in leadership to workplace bias and discrimination. Yet, their voices and experiences are not always fully heard or understood. This report aims to change that.

EHRC Interim Update: What does it mean for workplaces and service providers?

QueerAF

Employers should consider providing facilities in the form of individual lockable rooms which are usable by anyone. This means that trans people will not be segregated into separate facilities. If this is impossible, employers will be required to provide single-sex toilet facilities. Employers should ensure that there are third spaces that trans people can use, so they are not forced to out themselves at work, or use inappropriate facilities which may cause them distress. A failure to do so, or if the third spaces provided are of lesser quality, may amount to indirect discrimination on the basis of gender reassignment.

LGBTQ+ charities warn of 'genunie crisis' for trans people after UK ruling

The Guardian

Charities say the judgment creates ‘a legal framework that simply cannot uphold the dignity’ of trans people. Fourteen national LGBTQ+ charities have written to Keir Starmer seeking an urgent meeting to discuss what they describe as “a genuine crisis for the rights, dignity and inclusion of trans people in the UK” after the supreme court’s ruling on biological sex.

LGBTQ+ leadership: why representation matters and how to foster it 

Inclusive Employers

UK data shows promising progress with LGBTQ+ leadership representation increasing from 34% to 56% between 2022-2023. However, significant challenges persist, with 47% of LGBTQ+ workers experiencing workplace discrimination or harassment – rising to 55% for trans and non-binary colleagues.

 

Pride Season 2025

NHS Employers

Society has come a long way since the Stonewall Riots of 1969, but with the UK slipping down to 22nd place in the Rainbow Europe Map we clearly need to continue to raise awareness, challenge negative attitudes and celebrate inclusiveness.

 

Why does closing the inequality gap in LGBTQ+ NHS staff experience remain so hard?

NHS Employers

On International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia, Dr Layla McCay considers the inequalities of experiences of LGBTQ+ people as reflected in the NHS Staff Survey.

Tips for Allies of Transgender People

The following are tips that can be used as you move toward becoming a better ally to transgender people.

 

Stonewall UK 
Includes many links to information and support for LGBT communities and their allies.

LGBT Foundation - Home
LGBT Foundation is a national charity delivering advice, support and information services to lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans (LGBT) communities.

LGBT Switchboard 
A helpline that provides an information, support and referral service for lesbians, gay men and bisexual and trans people – and anyone considering issues around their sexuality and/or gender identity. 

Queer / LGBTQIA+ Menopause (queermenopause.com)

My mission is to promote inclusive menopause resources for those who need them, and greater education for therapists and healthcare practitioners about the needs of LGBTQIA+ people in menopause.

LGBTQ+ people and cancer treatment  

If you are LGBTQ+ and have cancer, you may have questions about if this will affect your cancer treatment. Sexual orientation and gender identity should not affect your access to the right healthcare. Your healthcare team should offer you care, support and information that meets your needs. But we know that sometimes LGBTQ+ people may face extra challenges in getting the right help.

NHS ENGLAND Equalites and health inequalities HUB 
Within this hub you will find information about NHS England’s statutory responsibilities around equalities and health inequalities and the national NHS programmes in these areas.

LGBT+ mental health services map

"List of charities and organisations providing mental health and suicide prevention support for people who identify as LGBTQI+."

National Ambulance LGBT Network
"Understanding Trans Service Users: Ambulance Service Perspective "

National LGBT Partnership
"The National LGBT Partnership was established in early 2010, in order reduce health inequalities and challenge homophobia, biphobia and transphobia within public services. The Partnership combines the expertise of thirty-eight key LGBTQIA+ organisations across England, and works closely with many more."

Breaking down the barriers to LGBTIQ+ healthcare inclusive cancer care.

OUTpatients. The UK's LGBTQI+ cancer chairty

We have created this booklet as an overview of some of our core information and training to help you to begin to improve the LGBTQI+ inclusivity of your cancer services.

Working with transgender people in physiotherapy practice

This guidance supports CSP members in improving the health of communities, including people who are transgender, through high-quality physiotherapy

 

 

 

Check out our own LGBT+  book collection  consisting of both clinical and wellbeing books.

 

Gender Reveal 

Podcast series. 

Welcome to Gender Reveal, a podcast about nonbinary and transgender folks. Join us as we interview notable trans guests, analyze current events, answer advice questions and get a little bit closer to understanding what the heck gender is.

 

LGBT+ Staff Network - Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (leedsth.nhs.uk) 
The network aims to provide a point of contact and support for LGBT+ staff and allies in the workplace.

Make your pledge
The NHS Rainbow Badges initiative started at Evelina Children’s Hospital in London and has quickly gained pace throughout the NHS. We are proud to be joining the movement and making a public commitment to support both patients and staff that identify as LGBT+. 

Increased awareness of the issues surrounding LGBT+ people when accessing healthcare on the part of NHS staff can make significant differences to LGBT+ peoples’ experiences, and, in turn on their physical and mental health.  The badge is a reminder that you can talk to our staff about who you are and how you feel. They will do their best to get support for you if you need it.

NHS confederation 
Health and Care LGBTQ+ Leaders Network 

LGBT+ SPORT AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY 
Check out local sport groups in the Leeds area

 

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