Pride & Joy

31/05/2024

“Do I just drop it into conversation? Make it out to be a big announcement? I don’t know." 💁‍♀️

Ollie Mitchell spoke to young teens who want to come out on their experience being quietly in the LGBTQ+ community🌈

For the full article, click the link below ❤

When children come out as LGBTQ+ to their parents at a later age, or never, a common question parents have is ‘why didn’t they tell me?’. Another is ‘am I a failure?’ Homophobia and transphobia are still pretty common. It’s important to note that you need to, as a parent, be as supportiv...

31/05/2024

Asking for a Parent...a Pride & Joy Instagram Campaign ❓

This series was aimed at addressing LGBTQ+ related questions that you wouldn't necessarily ask your straight child 🗣

These questions were the most searched about q***r people, according to Google Analytics, so we wanted to show you why Googling these questions probably won't give you the answers you're looking for ❤

Want to know more? Head on over to our Instagram https://linktr.ee/prideandjoymag to watch the 10 part series 🌈

31/05/2024

“I felt like my world was collapsing as soon as I got the diagnosis. It was terrible. My parents flew me back right away. "✈️

Q***r TikTok star Zach Willmore sat down with Chloe Scofield to chat all about the importance of having a strong support system and his HIV diagnosis 💟

Want to read more? Head over to our website 😄

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Zach Willmore moved to California for university and faced adversity as a young gay man, including anti-LGBTQ+ hate, homesickness, and even an HIV diagnosis. He attributes his adjustment to all of these life changes to his parents’ undying support. Zachary Willmore sported a soft and stylish scarf...

31/05/2024

Exclusive Interview: Jack Guinness⭐️

Former model, LGBTQ+ advocate and author, Jack Guinness spoke with Amelia Oates about his book Q***r Bible, the support he would have liked growing up q***r and his advice for parents of LGBTQ+ kids❤

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From Dolce and Gabbana model, to award show host and now author of LGBTQ+ essay collection ‘Q***r Bible,’ Jack Guinness has become a big name in the q***r creative space. But what took him to this place, and what advice does he have for people within it? When you hear the word ‘Guinness,’ yo...

31/05/2024

What's new on our website? 💻

“He has been hospitalised for his mental health a few times now. He’s been on the top surgery waiting list for a while so, for now, he feels like he can literally feel the gender dysphoria sitting on his chest."

Beth Hopwood spoke to Stacey Scott (she/her) a trainee teacher speaking out against Sunak's proposed restrictions on s*x education. 🧑‍🎓 These restrictions could impact her transgender son, Cecil (he/him)

For more visit our website! ❤

New draft guidance from the UK Government has told schools in England not to teach children about gender identity. Rishi Sunak said this would ensure children are not “exposed to disturbing content”. The new curriculum will avoid any ideas that gender is a spectrum.  Pride & Joy spoke to Stacey...

31/05/2024

We'll be at Kelham Pride on Saturday and marching in their parade with our banner! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

If you want to join us, please arrive at Kelham Island Museum by 12.15pm at the very latest.

Once we've finished marching, we'll then socialise together as a group at Kelham Pride. 🍻

30/05/2024

Fancy checking out our latest Instagram series? 💌

addresses Google's most asked questions about q***r people, through the lens 'you wouldn't ask your straight child...' to try and debunk LGBTQ+ stereotypes🌈

For more check out our Instagram https://linktr.ee/prideandjoymag ❤

A Pride & Joy campaign Is my child gay? Will my gay child have kids? Common questions asked by the parents of Google. If you’ve searched these things, you’ll know these q***r-ies come with no malice, just genuine curiosity. But what you’ll find on the other end of the search engine is often mi...

30/05/2024

Are you concerned that your LGBTQ+ child may face bullying at school?

Here's Bethia Wyborn advice on how to approach that conversation with their teachers👥

CEO and founder of the National Bullying helpline Christine Pratt (she/her) discusses the best approach for parents to take when contacting the school about a child being bullied. “Many parents I encounter make the mistake of sending a letter or phoning the school, it’s a complete waste of time....

30/05/2024

Are you a fan of The Rocky Horror Picture Show? 🎥

This is your sign to watch it again with your q***r child!

Interested? Watch for more...🏳️‍🌈 SAYiT

30/05/2024

Are you scared your child could be moving too fast in their q***r relationship? ❤️

Here's Beth Hopwood article on what it means to be a 'U-Haul Le***an' and the signs you can spot if they are taking the next step a little too quickly 📦

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The majority of LGBTQ+ stereotypes are unfounded and ill-informed. However, the rhetoric that wlw (women loving women) move very fast rings some truth.

29/05/2024

Can you be q***r and religious?

Here's Jade Bullen article on Priest Charlie Bell's experience being Gay whilst working within the Church of England🙏

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Religion and s*xuality don’t often go hand in hand. The Church of England is yet to allow same-s*x marriage, which may seem daunting for you and your q***r child.  As a gay priest, Charlie Bell, 34, meets parents from all across the country who seek his advice on how to maintain their faith whils...

29/05/2024

29/05/2024

Has your child come out as transgender and you need and want some advice?

Here's Talia Keane article sharing advice on how to start the journey of your child's medical transition 👩‍⚕️

If you’re reading Pride & Joy, the chances are that you have already accepted your child’s identity and are looking for ways to help them, which is amazing. It can be a difficult and confusing time for them. However with your support, the process can become much easier to navigate. You’ve got ...

29/05/2024

Episode two of 'Growing up Rainbow' is live 🌈

We know you'll love this one, featuring our very own Hannah Auld and her dad, Andy!

Give it a listen here https://linktr.ee/prideandjoymag and let us know what you think 💗

29/05/2024

Want to learn more about teaching consent to your LGBTQ+ child?

Here's Pride & Joy writer Hannah Auld's article for more✍

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Legally speaking, a woman cannot s*xually assault another woman. Not only is this law outdated, but it can be dangerous for young q***r women who are being taught that consent only applies to men.

28/05/2024

"You can't hold them back, you can't tell them what they're going to be" 👫

Episode 2 of 'Growing Up Rainbow' 🌈 features Pride & Joy writer Hannah Auld and her dad, Andy, who talks about his reaction to Hannah coming out as gay and introducing her girlfriend to their family 💚

The full episode will be uploaded to Spotify very soon, so keep your eyes peeled for that update 👀

Here's the link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/growing-up-rainbow-the-pr

We'd love to hear your thoughts on our Podcast, so please leave us a comment if you would like to! ✍️

28/05/2024

Section 28: What is it and how did it affect the LGBTQ+ community?

Find Amelia Oates latest article on the Pride & Joy Website https://prideandjoymag.co.uk/?s=section+28 explaining Section 28, and how it impacts the LGBTQ+ community today 🌈

28/05/2024

"If anyone comes for you, I will fight them like a tiger!"🦁💛

Pride & Joy writer Jade Bullen spoke exclusively to India Willoughby about the support she received from her family when she came out as transgender, and what it's like to be trans in the media industry. 🎥

Our digital magazine will go live on Friday where you can read the full interview to hear more. 📔🤩

27/05/2024

Growing up Rainbow 🌈

Thank you so much to everyone who has listened to the first episode of our podcast, and to those of you who have left such lovely messages! 🤩

If you liked the first episode, we're sure you'll love the second one which will be uploaded very soon...😃

Here's the link to 'Growing Up Rainbow' if you're interested in giving it a listen https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/dashboard/episode/e2juas0 🎧

27/05/2024

If you need help, support or just someone to talk to there are resources out there for you 🩵

We’re here for you 9:30am-4:30pm on tomorrow's bank holiday Monday. Whatever’s on your mind, we’ll listen via phone, email or webchat.

📞0808 8010 400
📧[email protected]
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27/05/2024

'Growing Up Rainbow' episode two coming soon...🌈

This episode features our very own Hannah Auld and her dad, discussing Hannah telling her wider family that she was gay, and how to navigate those conversations on behalf of your LGBTQ+ child. ❤

Keep up to date with our website https://prideandjoymag.co.uk/ and socials https://linktr.ee/prideandjoymag?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=8a736a77-d630-4a0a-b269-559b9ff0aad8 for new uploads!

See you on Spotify 🎧

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26/05/2024

"Coming out is still a really big, draining and scary thing to do. I was happy to not have that conversation wherever possible.
Even the thought of setting up a meeting with my school is too much for me now." 🗣

Amelia Oates sat down with Ezra Johnson (he/him) to discuss his experience as a transgender man who attended an all-girls secondary school, and how he navigated his gender identity in such a gendered environment. 👭

It poses the question - can all-girls and all-boys schools be gender inclusive?

For the full article, head over to our website https://prideandjoymag.co.uk/ and check out our other socials at https://linktr.ee/prideandjoymay ⭐️

25/05/2024

"We love the le****ns and the g**s!" 🏳️‍🌈

Beth Hopwood and her girlfriend Fiona Barrett attended a night of 'love and celebration' at the 40th anniversary of Pits and Perverts by Le***ans and G**s support the miners, and captured some of the evening for Pride & Joy Magazine. ❤️

In this video is Bronwen Lewis, who sang 'Bread and Roses' in the film🎶

If you'd like to read more about this fabulous night, head over to our website https://prideandjoymag.co.uk/ to read Beth's review!🥰

24/05/2024

Share your Pride & Joy! ❤️

We are launching a new campaign called where we want you to post a picture of you and your q***r child.

The aim of this is to raise the visibility of the LGBTQ+ community, share with other parents your love for your child and show them your support 🫶

Our first is from Jane Hopwood with her son, George and her daughter, Beth Hopwood who are both in the LGBTQ+ community 🏳️‍🌈

So if you want to spread some joy in this LGBTQ+ loving space, please post a picture of you and your child, tag us and include the hashtag to start the movement ⭐️

24/05/2024

Happy Pans*xual Visibility Day🫶

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24/05/2024

Happy 35th Birthday Stonewall! Thank you for everything you do for the LGBTQ+ community 💚

24/05/2024

Our Website is live! 🥳

Here is a sneak peak of our homepage - if you want to see more check out our website at https://prideandjoymag.co.uk/ for articles looking into your child's identity, education, answering your everyday q***r-ies and more...🏳️‍🌈

Happy reading! 💗

23/05/2024

We're launching a website! 💻

Keep your eyes peeled tomorrow at 10am when the Pride & Joy website goes live 🤩

It's the place where we answer your q***r-ies, speaking to celebrities and other parents of LGBTQ+ kids to give you the support and resources you've been searching for.

See you there 🩷

23/05/2024

Having your voice heard is so important, and elections are your chance to do that! Your vote will impact current and future LGBTQ+ people - especially your children 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

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