On 1 September 2025, more than 100 partner organisations sent a joint statement to MPs across the UK. The letter calls for proper Parliamentary scrutiny of the Equality and Human Rights Commission’s (EHRC) forthcoming Code of Practice on Services, Public Functions and Associations. Why this matters If Bridget Phillipson, the Minister for Women and Equalities,| Gender Identity Research & Education Society
The EHRC launched a consultation to gather the views of individuals, legal professionals and organisations on the proposed updates to the Code of Practice, following the Supreme Court’s judgement on For Women Scotland vs. The Scottish Ministers. The EHRC have stated that they will consider every response.| Gender Identity Research & Education Society
For nearly 30 years, GIRES has been a trusted voice in trans research, education, and advocacy. From shaping inclusive training for professionals, to preserving decades of vital trans history, we’ve worked tirelessly to listen, represent, inform, support, and empower.| Gender Identity Research & Education Society
The Equality and Human Rights Commission has launched a consultation to update its ‘Code of Practice’ following the Supreme Court’s judgement on For Women Scotland vs. The Scottish Ministers.| Gender Identity Research & Education Society
Since the recent Supreme Court decision on For Women Scotland vs. The Scottish Ministers and the publication of interim guidance by the EHCR, a number of organisations have changed their policies towards transgender people. Very frequently such policy changes have targeted transgender women specifically. To date this has included the British Transport Police who have| Gender Identity Research & Education Society
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Trans+ History Week, a global week-long observance dedicated to celebrating the history of all gender diverse people, including trans, non-binary and Intersex people. See more about our History; https://lok.gires.org.uk/ In light of this, GIRES was invited to attend the Surrey VCSE Alliance event in Guildford. This insightful and empowering event, designed for the public, charity,| Gender Identity Research & Education Society
We have been contacted by a number of people asking what our response is to the Supreme Court Ruling. While we work with others, we wanted to share the following personal experience of one of our members, as we feel it is important that people understand the impact the ruling has had. This message is her personal view, but we at GIRES stand with her at this most difficult time. | Gender Identity Research & Education Society
The Supreme Court ruling has many widespread and harmful implications. GIRES stands in solidarity with trans, intersex and non-binary people as we work with other LGBTQ+ organisations to navigate what the full implications are. We need to understand fully what the ruling will mean on both legal and practical levels, and we will provide more| Gender Identity Research & Education Society
Working in partnership with the LGBT+ Consortium, we are able to offer two new training dates. Book your place via Eventbrite:| Gender Identity Research & Education Society
Updated 23rd October 2024| Gender Identity Research & Education Society