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 🌈