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Deputy Chief Executive at LGBT Foundation @LGBTfdn. Tweets about sexual health, HIV/AIDS, mental health, substance misuse & health policy.

Manchester, UK
Joined March 2013
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The brilliant @IJackson78 giving us a lowdown on opt out testing for HIV, HBV, HCV in England. He reminds us how important collaboration is as part of this! #fasttrackcities2023 #FTC2023
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Hooray, #Amsterdam!!! – at Amsterdam, The Netherlands
NINE new #HIV infections in 2022! Is there any question why #FTC2023 is in the city of #Amsterdam this year. It is a proof of concept that both innovation and persistence can deliver results. Time to replicate, @FastTrackCities!
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'Let's stop talking about risk - let's talk about concern, needs, preferences and keep it positive' - great message for everyone working in HIV and sexual health #FTC2023
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Filled with pride listening to @ProfJAnderson tell an international audience at #FTC2023 about the ambitious #HIVConfident charter mark and Ambassadors programme. @NAT_AIDS_Trust working on this now with our fabulous partners @Positively_UK @aidsmap @londonftci and @THTorguk
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NEW: Important these @MailOnline articles have been updated to remove the false claim three @IcelandFoods colleagues are HIV positive as a result of needle attacks. Disappointing @icelandrichard won’t apologise for sharing a falsehood and how his company sought to weaponise HIV.
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If you're considering whether our services may be for you, listen to Matthew's story. Matthew accessed our services at a challenging time, and through our specialist LGBTQ+ support, has had the chance to transform his life for the better.
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Our volunteers are the life-blood of the work we do. Without the support of the wider LGBTQ+ community we could not deliver our life-changing work. Looking for a way to give back to your community or to support LGBTQ+ communities through active allyship? buff.ly/486Algk
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Tumbled out of bed ✅ Stumbled to the Kitchen ✅ Poured yourself a cup of ambition ✅ Yawned, stretched and signed up for LGBT foundation's newsletter❓👀 Queer your 9-5 routine, with our monthly dose of queer hope and joy straight to your inbox. 🗞️: buff.ly/3PbLi7w
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Wow what a weekend! It's hard to put our time at Manchester Pride into words without mentioning our message: "Queer Hope and Joy", which was so visible in your celebrations all weekend long
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Thanks so much to the more than 1200 people our @LGBTfdn pleasure parade spoke to about their sexual health and wellbeing over the wonderful @ManchesterPride this year. We hope you had a great time too.
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Hello! We're LGBT Foundation, one of the largest LGBTQ+ charities in the UK and we believe that queer liberation is possible. Sounds up your street? Sign up to our newsletter and keep up-to-date with all the incredible work we do everyday: buff.ly/3QXizpG
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Knowing the different effects of each drug is paramount to ensuring your safety. Prioritize your well-being by staying informed, setting boundaries, and choosing consent-driven experiences. #ManchesterPride2023
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Join us for an afternoon in our lush Pocket Park at the front of Manchester Art Gallery! You can sketch from nature, have a go at photographing, and create your own biodegradable plant pot to grow beautiful nasturtiums at home 🌱 Come along to enjoy our urban oasis 🌈
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We’re at Manchester Central Library today to explore our Archive - come and find out about Manchesters rich LGBTQ+ history with our Pride in Ageing programme!
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#QueerlyBeloved @LGBTfdn Archive pop up today in Central Library, themed around #LGBT+ nightlife to reflect this years @ManchesterPride parade theme. Our fabulous volunteers are here now until 2pm. Come along, take a look and have a chat.
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Join us for the Candlelit Vigil in Sackville Gardens on Monday for an evening of reflection following Pride weekend. We'll be meeting at our centre from 7pm and will walk to Sackville Gardens together at 8pm. 📅 Monday, 28th August 📍 72 Sackville Street, Manchester, M1 3NJ
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If you've experienced domestic abuse or are currently experiencing domestic abuse, join us at Fairbairn House this Saturday for a chance to speak to a member of our team. We'll be there from 11am - 1pm offering a safe, non-judgemental space for LGBTQ+ people.
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You get a free safer sex pack! You get a free safer sex pack! Everybody gets a free safer sex pack! And here’s where to find them in Manchester’s iconic gay village 🌈 have a fun and safe pride from LGBT Foundation ❤️
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Look out for our passion parade this weekend 👀 we will be providing Manchester pride with the essentials for a happy and healthy sex life 🌈 come say hello and enjoy a freebie ❤️
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