T Monthly July 2016

July 2016 News, events and support opportunities for transgender people across Scotland Greetings T Monthly readers and a very warm welcome to our whistle-stop tour through July’s events and news.

June has presented challenges both globally and personally. I was so very proud to see so many folks stand in solidarity in both Glasgow and Edinburgh, for the victims of the Orlando massacre and for freedom and equality everywhere. These themes were very much present at T time Edinburgh this month, as we spent creative time producing placards for Scotland’s Pride celebrations this summer. Thanks to all those who took part and supported the session, from which we now have a range of handheld placards to wave proudly.

Pride season kicks off in Edinburgh this weekend, with Pride Edinburgh’s programme of activities, but firstly LGBT Health’s annual Pride Breakfast. It’s tasty affair, with a delicious range of treats and eats, live entertainment (including the mesmerising Belly Dancer, Iraya Noble!) and most importantly, a warm huddle of community members to meet ahead of the march.

Also this month… read my recent event report for the Sex, Relationships and Intimacy workshop delivered in May as part of our Transgender Support Programme, hear about some exciting events coming up and look out for all our wonderful T time activities happening east to west.

In times where our sense of belonging, self-confidence and strength of communities are tested, be reassured that here in Scotland, there are thriving networks of people providing friendship and support to trans, non-binary, queer and LGBTI people right across the country. There are also organisations like LGBT Health, which will continue to provide welcoming spaces for you to all be safe and proud of who you are.

Until next month, peace and happy pride, Jules If you’d like to promote your own activities, group or events for trans people through T Monthly, you can contact me via jules@lgbthealth.org.uk or by calling 0131 523 1104, I’ll be happy to help.

TRANSGENDER SUPPORT PROGRAMMES Lothian and Glasgow Support for trans and non-binary people LGBT Health and Wellbeing offers support through our Transgender Support Programmes (TSP) in both Lothian and Glasgow. We welcome trans female/feminine, trans male/masculine genderqueer, gender fluid, non-binary identities as well as intersex people, people who cross dress and those who are exploring their gender identity.

Anyone who lives in and out with Lothian and Glasgow can access (TSP) (although all events are delivered in Edinburgh and Glasgow).

For more information about 1:1 support and social group opportunities, contact: Jules Stapleton Barnes, Development Worker, Lothian E: jules@lgbthealth.org.uk T: 0131 523 1104 Katrina Mitchell, Development Worker, Glasgow E: katrina@lgbthealth.org.uk T: 0141 271 2330 You can also find useful information online:  Gender Reassignment Protocol http://www.sehd.scot.nhs.uk/mels/CEL2012_26.pdf  National Gender Identity Clinical Network for Scotland (NGICNS) www.ngicns.scot.nhs.uk (Use the contact form if you would like to request to be added to their contact list)  Hate crime information from Police Scotland www.scotland.police.uk/contact-us/hate-crimethird-party-reporting/  Contact Lothian Gender Identity Clinic on 0131 536 1570 or visit http://lothiansexualhealth.scot.nhs.uk/gic for details on services and updates on waiting times  Contact Sandyford Gender Identity Clinic on 0141 211 8137 or read more about Glasgow’s services via: http://www2.sandyford.org/media/88274/genderiidentity%20service.pdf

Meet James Knight, Development Worker, Trans Support Programme (Lothian) Hello, I’m James and I’ve just started as a Development Worker as part of the Trans Support Programme (Lothian). I will be working to provide people with a huge range of support regarding their gender identity – this could be 1:1 support or providing information on different services or activities, or support alongside your ongoing treatment.

I have experience or working with a number of charities on issues ranging from sexual and mental health to young people and animal welfare. I’m just about to finish my training as a Person Centred counsellor and I try to brink the qualities of empathy and acceptance to all of my work.

You can contact me by emailing james@lgbthealth.org.uk or calling 0131 523 1100. I work on Fridays and will also attend the monthly T time events, and it would be lovely to see you either to offer support, provide information or even to have a friendly chat.

Volunteers needed for Trans Support Programme photoshoot!

We are looking for volunteers to help contribute to some welcoming, inclusive publicity for our Trans Support Programmes in Lothian and Glasgow. We want our service publicity to reflect the diverse trans community we meet here in Scotland and would like to invite a number of trans people to take part in a social afternoon and photoshoot, to help create some friendly and authentic images. We’ll be providing a lunch and chance to get to know other participants, before creating a fun, safe, supportive and relaxed atmosphere for picture-taking.

If you would like to help us and are interested in finding out more about the opportunity, please contact Jules via jules@lgbthealth.org.uk or call 0131 523 1104.

LGBT Health and Wellbeing News Clothes and useful items swap at the LGBT Summer Fete!

We’re busy planning another summer fete bonanza for you, with games, competitions, special guests and lots of cake. Do you have any clothes, shoes or useful items that we could add to our clothes swap area at the fete? We hosted a Trans Swap and Shop last year and it was a lovely success, so we know from your feedback that giveaways and safe spaces to explore clothing can be a real benefit.

Contact Jules if you have a donation or drop it off to 9 Howe Street, anytime between 9-5pm weekdays. Email: jules@lgbthealth.org.uk or call 0131 523 1104.

Many thanks to you in advance!

What’s happening in Fife?

Fife LGBT Buddy Group for Pride Edinburgh Celebrate being LGBT by attending Edinburgh Pride on Saturday 2nd July. We would love to see Fife LGBT+ community and supporters join us at our annual Pride Breakfast www.tinyurl.com/PrideBreakfast2016 or for the Pride Parade.

Our idea is to help link up LGBT+ Fifers who don’t want to travel across to the city on their own or who want to join up with an even bigger group. We’ve created a Facebook Pride group. This group is meant to be a safe space for you to connect with others who would like to celebrate Pride. If you wish to, you could then organise amongst yourselves to buddy up and come together.

Feel free to invite people you know who could benefit from this group, we would like for you to take ownership and create your own community. The group is set as 'closed' so people can only be invited or approved by members. What you post on the page will only be seen by members and approved by an administrator beforehand. Whilst those settings provide the group with a minimum of privacy and safety, please be cautious about what you post online. Offensive, threatening or personalised comments won't be tolerated.

Counselling Service Anyone who is LGBT, questioning their gender identity and/or sexual orientation is welcome to self-refer to our counselling service. Our service is free although we welcome donations. You can currently access up to 11 counselling sessions. We offer day time and evening sessions Monday to Friday. Once we receive your referral form you will be invited for an initial assessment and then allocated with a counsellor. Contact counselling@lgbthealth.org.uk or call 0131 523 1100 to ask for a Referral Form or make a referral over the phone.

TRANS SPECIFIC EVENTS COMING UP T time Glasgow Saturday 1-4pm, next meeting 2nd July, 12 Queens Crescent, Glasgow, G4 9AS - Free An informal social gathering open to all trans people, their friends, families and supporters. Come along for tea/coffee and a chat plus an optional event or activity in a friendly, relaxed environment.

This month our optional event will be games, so you can get competitive or just have fun – we’ll have some board games inside, and if the weather is ok we’ll branch out into the garden too.

For more information contact Katrina at katrina@lgbthealth.org.uk or call 0141 271 2330.

British Sign Language Saturday 2-3.30pm, 2nd July (within T time Glasgow), 12 Queens Crescent, Glasgow, G4 9AS A brief but hands on exploration of this fascinating language with BSL user, Rylan Gleave. You’ll get to try out some basic BSL vocabulary and facial expressions, and hopefully you’ll leave with a few more communication skills than you arrived with! For more info, contact katrina@lgbthealth.org.uk or call 0141 271 2330.

T time Edinburgh Saturday 1-4pm, next meeting 16th July, 9 Howe Street, Edinburgh, EH6 3TE - Free An informal monthly social gathering open to all transgender people and supporters. Come along for tea/ coffee and a chat in a friendly, relaxed environment. An optional event runs along each T time, please see below for details on this month’s activity.

For further information contact Jules via jules@lgbthealth.org.uk or call 0131 523 1104

Garden Games Saturday 2-3.30pm, 16th July (within T time Edinburgh) 9 Howe Street, Edinburgh, EH6 3TE If there weather permits, we’ll be venturing out into our very own LGBT Health garden to enjoy some fresh air, outdoor games and some BBQ stuffed bananas!

An Evening of Fashion and Beauty with House of Fraser Thursday 5.30pm for a 6pm start, 7th July, House of Fraser, 45 Buchanan Street, Glasgow G1 3HL (Booking essential). Wheelchair accessible. Free.

Glasgow’s number one premium department store will host an evening of fashion and glamour in partnership with the Glasgow Transgender Support Programme.

Set up in the private Hugh Fraser Boardroom, the Personal Shoppers and Store Stylists will introduce guests to a selection of fabulous fashion and designer brands, offer bespoke one on one consultations and share style tips on how to dress for your body shape. Makeup artists and colour experts will also be on hand to demo SS16 product and offer beauty touch ups.

Spaces are limited so please book and we will send you an event itinerary closer to the date. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/an-evening-of-fashion-and-beauty-with-house-of-fraser-andgtsp-tickets-25811977319

Glasgow Trans Support Programme Creative Team Wednesday 13th July 6-8pm, LGBT Health and Wellbeing, 12 Queen’s Crescent, Glasgow G4 9AS Do you want to have a say in the events and workshops the GTSP puts on? Come along to our planning meet up and help develop the community’s suggestions into a vibrant agenda.

Open to trans, non-binary and intersex people.

Please let Katrina know if you are planning to come along: katrina@lgbthealth.org.uk or call 0141 271 2330.

Non-binary Night Thursday 21st July, 6-9pm, Project Café, 2-1a Fleming House, 134 Renfrew Street, Glasgow G3 6ST (Wheelchair accessible) Cost: free An informal evening to meet others and give us your opinions! Glasgow Trans Support Programme would love to hear about groups and events you’d like to see in the future; and the Scottish Transgender Alliance is keen to hear your views about how the details of non-binary legal recognition ought to work and how public services, especially the NHS, can be more non-binary inclusive.

Tea, coffee and cake provided, all non-binary and genderqueer people welcome!

For more information contact: katrina@lgbthealth.org.uk or call 0141 271 2330.

Transition Support Course Glasgow 24th and 25th September, 11am-5pm, Lipton House, 170 Crown Street, Glasgow G5 9XD (Wheelchair accessible) Anyone who self-identifies as having trans and/or non-binary gender identities is welcome to participate in this free, 2-day non-residential course in Glasgow. The course will provide safe and supportive opportunities to learn more about your options and rights, meet and connect with other trans people, share your experiences and take part in confidence building workshops. We recognise that everyone’s journey is different - the course is not designed to tell you how to transition, but rather to give you space and time to think about your identity, how to keep yourself well and to equip you with information about your options.

The course takes place in Glasgow but is open to anyone, wherever you are based. Please note participants will need to make their own way to and from the venue. If the cost of travelling to and from the venue is a barrier, please contact us as we may be able to help towards travel costs.

Lunch and refreshments provided both days. The deadline for registration is Friday 9th September. Places are limited so register your interest early to avoid disappointment. You will be contacted after receipt of the registration form, to confirm whether a space is available for you, or you are welcome to phone first to discuss. Contact Katrina via: katrina@lgbthealth.org.uk or 0141 271 2330 for more information.

Booking essential. You can complete a registration form here: https://lgbthealthwellbeing.typeform.com/to/xBbcgN

LGBT EVENTS COMING UP Pride Breakfast Saturday 9.30am-12noon, 2nd July (before the Pride Edinburgh march), Serenity Café, The Tun, 8 Jacksons Entry, EH8 8PJ Cost: £5 waged, £2.50 unwaged Another year and another glorious breakfast event for the whole community, it’s the only place to be to start your Pride Edinburgh weekend. Fill your bellies with delicious cakes and continental treats and enjoy music, live performances and some pre-Pride face painting. Good vibes and a safe, inclusive environment await you at this annual, family-friendly gathering.

Book online: http://tinyurl.com/pridebreakfast2016

TRANS COMMUNITY GROUPS - based at 9 Howe Street, Edinburgh, EH3 6TE Edinburgh Trans Women 1st Saturday of the month 7.30-9.30pm, next meeting 2nd July Support group aimed at transsexual women at any stage of transition, women who are transgender and live as women full-time or part-time or for those who are questioning their gender identity.

We look forward to meeting you and prefer that you email us the first time you want to visit the group. This helps with security and helps us get ready to welcome you.

Group contact: info@edinburghtranswomen.org.uk

Trans Men Scotland Social Meeting on the following dates:   

Wednesday 7-9pm, 20th July, 12 Queens Crescent, Glasgow, G4 9AS Thursday 6-10pm, 25th August, 9 Howe Street, Edinburgh, EH3 6TE Sunday 7-9pm, 18th September, 12 Queens Crescent, Glasgow, G4 9AS

Transmen Scotland have a new social meet up for transmen (including nonbinary folks who identify as trans masculine). The group is organising regular meet ups in Glasgow and Edinburgh. The social events will be free of charge and for ages 16+ only. Stay in touch with the group via Facebook or contact them directly.

Group contact: transmenscotlandsocial@gmail.com

TRANS GROUPS MEETING ACROSS SCOTLAND: support - social - youth - spiritual Beyond Gender Tuesday evenings from 7–9pm Tuesday evenings 7–9pm Group for transgender, non binary and intersex people and their friends aged 13–25. We provide opportunities for young people aged 13 – 25 and their peers to meet, have fun and access appropriate information, support and learning opportunities, as well as providing opportunities for people to participate in local and national decision making. And have fun in a safe space where they can be themselves. Contact: gemma.moncrieff@lgbtyouth.org.uk or visit https://www.lgbtyouth.org.uk/edinburgh

InfiniT (Beyond Gender Unders) Fortnightly Mondays, 5.30-7.30pm A new group for transgender, non-binary, intersex and questioning young people aged 11-16.

A space for people to meet, have fun and to let us know if they need support at school. Contact E: ann.marriott@lgbtyouth.org.uk Tel: 0131 5553940 W: https://www.lgbtyouth.org.uk/edinburgh

Central Scotland Transgender Group This has been very successful since it started and is now focused on providing a public venue for those of who are finding your confidence and, with the other groups, seeks to provide another step in your journey. We are open to ALL in the Trans Community, both male and female, with the usual proviso that we all dress smartly and behave appropriately, as befits a public venue.

Contact Sarah: sarah_m_whyte@yahoo.co.uk

Dundee Trans Collective Dundee Trans Collective is a newly founded group for trans people in the Dundee area. We have a Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1446765165613427), and anyone who is transgender and/or non-binary and/or intersex, who is questioning their gender identity or who

wants to learn how to be a better ally to the trans community is welcome to join, wherever they live. We're hoping to set up some offline meet ups and events in Dundee in the near future as well.

We also have an email address for anyone that isn't comfortable joining the Facebook group and would prefer to ask questions or get in touch more privately.

Contact: transandintersexdundee@gmail.com

Edinburgh Trans Women 1st Saturday of month 7.30-9.30pm, next meeting 2nd July Please note: There is no meeting in June.

Support group aimed at transsexual women at any stage of transition, women who are transgender and live as women full-time or part-time or for those who are questioning their gender identity. The group meets 1st Saturday of each month 7.30-9.30pm, LGBT Health and Wellbeing, 9 Howe Street, Edinburgh, EH6 3TE. We look forward to meeting you and prefer you to email us the first time you want to visit. This helps with security and helps us get ready to welcome you.

Group contact: info@edinburghtranswomen.org.uk

Grampian T folk Meet in Aberdeen last Wednesday of the month from 6-9pm and last Saturday of the month for an all-day drop-in A support group for all under the trans umbrella. This thriving group now has over 60 members!

Grampian Tfolk have started a summer series of bike rides. For more information about the group or getting involved in the summer activities, contact by phone: 01224 543695 or email: grampian.tfolk @gmail.com

Non-Binary Scotland Meeting every second Friday from 6pm-9pm Non-Binary Scotland is a group which provides support and social opportunities for people who either self-identify as out with the gender binary of men and women, or are questioning whether they might.

Whether you are genderqueer, androgyne, third-gender, non-gender, agender, gender-fluid, gender-non-conforming or have any other non-binary identity you are always welcome! NonBinary Scotland began in November 2013. We will be meeting fortnightly in Edinburgh. We meet in a safe space at least once a month. Some, but not all, of our events and meetings are also open to significant others, partners, friends, family and allies of non-binary people.

You can contact Non-Binary Scotland by emailing: nonbinaryscotland@gmail.com Find out about meet-ups: http://www.meetup.com/Non-Binary-Scotland/ You can tweet us: @NonBinaryScot You can become a member of our Facebook group at: http://www.facebook.com/groups/nonbinaryscotland/

Our Tribe Transgender and looking for a supportive place to explore or express your faith? OUR TRIBE is the LGBT welcoming and affirming Christian ministry at Augustine United Church, Edinburgh. It is a joint ministry with worldwide denomination of Metropolitan Community Churches. All are welcome - friends, family and allies.

We meet on the last Saturday of each month and start at 7pm. Please feel free to arrive from 6.30/45pm at Augustine United Church, 41 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh, EH1 1EL. If you would like further information contact Rev Maxwell Reay ourtribe.auc@gmail.com or call 07957 543359

Perth Transgender Group The Perth Transgender Group meets on the first Saturday of each month and is open to anyone who identifies as trans or is a friend or family member.

Meetings are at the Grampian Hotel, York Place, Perth and start at around 7.00pm. There is a Facebook page for this Group called “Transgender Perth Scotland”. On Facebook just search for that name (Scotland is included in the Facebook name as we used to receive lots of membership applications from Australia!) For further information regarding meetings or other support available in the Perth area, please email Katherine at: kate4851@hotmail.com

Seahorses Swimming Club A new swimming club for the transgender community continues this month Glasgow. The club meets on the last Sunday of each month. The club is only open to those who identify as transgender or non-binary. At this stage, the club is open to those aged 16 and over.

It will take place from 3pm until 4pm at Whitehill Pool, Dennistoun. The pool is close to Alexandra Parade train station and quite close to Duke Street station too both of which are just a few minutes from Queen Street Station. The club committee will be at the seated area inside the main entrance and to the right, from 2.30pm. There is a charge of £5 for the session to begin with. We may be able to bring this cost down as the club develops depending on our numbers. There is a registration form to complete, as well as our code of conduct and safe space rules which you'll need to check out before getting into the pool, so we suggest that you come along in good time.

The club committee and LEAP Sports have been doing training with staff at Whitehill Pool and will continue to do some training sessions as the next couple of month’s progress, in order to make the sessions run as well as possible. For more information contact the group via the Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Seahorsesglasgow

Swans of Scotland – North of Scotland Self-supporting help group for all trans folk in the North of Scotland. Find out more and come along and have a chat, ask questions, be yourself. Contact: www.spanglefish.com/swansofscotland

TG Times monthly on a Sunday, Dumfries This is an adult social group that welcomes any person who is adult and identifies as Transgender, including those who are questioning their identity or are cross-dressing. Please note that partners and supporters of Trans people are now welcome at the groups. The group meets one Sunday of each month between 12-3pm at the Birkhill Hotel, Dumfries.

For more info contact D&G LGBT Centre on 01387 255 058. For information on time and venue please contact the D&G LGBT Centre on: 01387 255 058 or email dandg@lgbtyouth.org.uk Also to keep up to date on what’s happening at the D&G LGBT center checkout our website www.lgbtcentredg.co.uk or add us on Facebook: Dumfries LGBT Centre.

TransparenTsees (West)– group for parents of trans people 1st Thursday of the month, 6-8pm The aim of the group, which has been set up by parents, is to provide a confidential, safe place for parents to meet, discuss issues and ask questions of one another. You may just have found out that your child, whether young or grown-up, is trans*, or you may still be grappling with the issues after many years of knowing – the group is for all parents. Meetings will be held regularly at 2nd Floor at Sandyford, 2-6 Sandyford Place, Glasgow G3 7NB so please contact: TransparenTsees@gmail.com for more details.

Contact: tranparentsees@gmail.com if interested in coming along!

TransparenTsees (East) A New TransparenTsees East aimed at supporting families of young transgender, non-binary and children questioning their gender, meeting monthly on a Monday. 6-8pm (Please get in contact if you wish to attend) ann.marriott@lgbtyouth.org.uk Tel: 0131 555 3940

Trans Men Scotland Social Meeting on following dates: • • •

Wednesday 7-9pm, 20th July, 12 Queens Crescent, Glasgow, G4 9AS Thursday 6-10pm, 25th August, 9 Howe Street, Edinburgh, EH3 6TE Sunday 7-9pm, 18th September, 12 Queens Crescent, Glasgow, G4 9AS

Transmen Scotland have a new social meet up for transmen (including non-binary folks who identify as trans masculine). The group is organising regular meet ups in Glasgow and Edinburgh.

The social events will be free of charge and for ages 16+ only. Stay in touch with the group via Facebook or contact them directly.

Group contact: transmenscotlandsocial@gmail.com

Trans Youth D&G Monthly on a Saturday, 88B High Street, Dumfries, DG1 2BJ, Trans Youth D&G: our youth group for young people 12-26 who identify under the Transgender umbrella and their supportive friends meets one Saturday of each month from 1-4pm at the LGBT Centre, Dumfries. These dates activity dependant so please get in touch for more info.  1:1 support sessions for young people and or parents: are also available upon request for young trans people who may need support around their identity as are 121 support sessions for parents/ carers of young trans people who may need support in supporting around trans identities.  Parents group: We are currently setting up a parents group for parents of trans young people in D&G so please get in touch for more info on this.

The contact for young people and parents in D&G is julieann.karayilan@lgbtyouth.org.uk or call our centre and ask for Julie Ann – 01387 255 058.

TYG: Trans Youth Glasgow For young trans people or those exploring, aged 13-26 TYG: Trans* Youth Glasgow is a group for young people aged 13 - 26 who identify as transgender or want to explore their gender identity. The group meets fortnightly on a Monday evening at LGBT Youth Scotland in Glasgow. The group aims to support and empower young people as they take part in workshops on transgender issues, sharing their own knowledge, skills and experience, learning from each other and making new friends. For more info contact Michael Richardson at Michael.Richardson@lgbtyouth.org.uk

Waverley Care Argyll & Bute We provide one to one support for people living in Argyll & Bute who are trans or exploring their gender identity. Occasional peer support too!

Please get in touch with Katrina: katrina.mitchell@waverleycare.org or 07760701308.

TRANS COMMUNITY NEWS IN SCOTLAND Please get in touch if you would like to promote a not-for-profit event, activity, group or campaign you are involved with, for the transgender community anywhere across Scotland - jules@lgbthealth.org.uk

Love BEATS All - Wednesday 29th June In the wake of the terrible massacre at the Orlando Pulse nightclub, Edinburgh stood together at a vigil to send love, solidarity and support. A number of those who attended are local musicians and they decided to take it a step further and actively raise money. From that a special fundraiser gig comes to you, hosted at Bannerman's on the 29th June 2016. Two of Edinburgh's top drum crews will be playing, and all proceeds go to the Equality Florida Pulse Victim Fund.

Details of the event can be found on Facebook event here: https://www.facebook.com/events/865269203579020/ and tickets are available online here: https://tickets-scotland.com/events.html?event_method=viewevent&event_id=cf4e73b0-396611e6-b2cc-22000b75ede9. Tickets may be available on the door depending on pre-sales. There will also be donation boxes and a number of Pride-themed badges and stickers to buy, the funds from which all go to the fund.

So come along, listen to some funky drum beats, stand in solidarity and send support to the victims of this senseless hate crime.

If you are unable to attend or want to donate more, you can support the fund here: https://www.gofundme.com/PulseVictimsFund

The Luvvies Anniversary production this Friday The Luvvies, Edinburgh’s LGBT Theatre Group, are 10 this year and are having a 'bit of a do' to celebrate, the night before Pride! The evening will be a social event with short, informal pieces of drama - extracts from our recent writing competition. Come along on Friday 1st July @ 7:30pm - and see what we're doing! All welcome, though attendance (£3) is strictly by sign-up here: - http://www.meetup.com/LGBTCommunity-Theatre-WorkshopsEdinburgh/events/231253621/

The Little Foxes In 1998 I commissioned Peter Thomson to paint a scenario focusing on an horrific homophobic murder that occurred in Edinburgh ten years earlier, in May 1988. To date, this painting, entitled The Little Foxes, has only ever been seen in private by guests and visitors to my home. However, it has now been selected to be shown in THE SCOTTISH ENDARKENMENT exhibition at Dovecot Studios, hanging alongside similarly darkly-themed works by other talented contemporary Scottish artists such as John Bellany, Joyce W. Cairns, Ken Currie and Helen Flockhart.

About the same date as when The Little Foxes was commissioned, a similarly horrific homophobic murder occurred in Wyoming, U.S.A... However, unlike the Matthew Shepard case, the Edinburgh murder did not cause national outrage, or attract international media attention, or have a play and books written about it. So perhaps, in a small way, The Little Foxes will make up for this.

THE SCOTTISH ENDARKENMENT runs until 29 August 2016

Coffee, Cake and Conversation A time for spiritual, pastoral and social connection.

Meeting monthly on Tuesdays from 7.30 - 9.00pm and Thursdays from 1.30 - 3.00pm at Augustine United Church, 41 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh, EH1 1EL. Everyone Welcome.

Next meeting dates: Tuesday 20th and Thursday 22nd September Contact: Maxwell Reay, NHS Chaplain: 0131 537 6734 Rev Fiona Bennett: 07552 162717

Useful trans community links and resources The Scottish Transgender Alliance works to improve gender identity and gender reassignment equality, rights and inclusion in Scotland. Click here to access a wealth of links and resources for the trans community. http://www.scottishtrans.org/resources/