Teachers TV devotes week of programmes to fighting homophobia
A special week of programming from a digital channel for teachers will explore ways to stamp out homophobia in schools.
IDAHO will be marked with "gravitas, concern, determination, wit and irony"
The organisers of the International Day Against Homophobia (IDAHO), have said they are delighted at the range of events taking place across the country. 17th May is IDAHO.
Lucas: Universal human rights are being eroded
A leading Green party politician claims "international appeasement of conservative regimes" is a threat to human rights. Caroline Lucas represents South East England in the European Parliament.
Stonewall seeks fans on Facebook
Gay equality organisation Stonewall has launched a new Facebook page as everyone from MPs to aspiring pop stars continue to use the social networking site to connect with friends and supporters.
Statue of gay rights hero to be unveiled next week
Harvey Milk, the first out gay male politician in American history, is to be honoured with a statue in San Francisco City Hall. The memorial will be unveiled next Thursday.
TV stars to join Dannii Minogue on Walk for Life
Thousands of people will take to the streets of London on June 1st to raise money for AIDS work in the UK and Africa. Singer and actress Dannii Minogue is the latest celebrity to sign up for Crusaid’s Walk for Life.
Kent Police urge use of hate crime hotline
A 24-hour homophobic and transphobic telephone hotline run by Kent Police aims to ensure that all hate crimes in the county are reported and investigated. The force has spoken of its commitment to tackle these crimes.
Eurovision's gay fans advised to be discreet while in Serbia
Use common sense and appropriate discretion in public. That is the advice from gay groups and the British Embassy in Belgrade to gay people planning to visit the city for the Eurovision Song Contest.
THT invites supporters to hold their own Eurovision fundraiser
Leading sexual health charity Terrence Higgins Trust is offering Eurovision party packs to encourage people to raise funds by holding a party in honour of the kitsch song contest.
West Midlands police launch LGBT perception survey
One of England's largest police forces is asking lesbian, gay bisexual and trans people to take part in a survey on their perceptions of crime and anti-social behaviour. West Midlands Police's operational area covers Birmingham.
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Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority accused of gay prejudice
The body which awards compensation to victims of violent crime rejected a claim from a gay man because of his sexuality, it has been claimed. Kenneth Neil was the victim of a vicious and unprovoked homophobic attack.
New theatre group will fundraise for HIV
A new support organisation for HIV positive people working in the theatre industry has been launched. TheatreMAD plans a series of theatre-based events to raise funds to support individuals in the UK living with HIV.
Police warn clubbers after ecstasy death
A man in his thirties has died after taking what is believed to be ecstasy. He collapsed at the Fridge nightclub in Brixton at 4.30am on Sunday. When an ambulance arrived two men had collapsed.
Conference will tackle LGBT mental health outcomes
A national conference on mental health and well-being for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people will be held in Nottingham later this month.
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