Joint Statement from LGBTQIA+ Organisations in Scotland to our Community
24th April 2025
The Supreme Court ruling last week has had a significant impact on our community, and we’ve been taking time to properly digest it before we release any further resources or statements about what it might mean.
The judgment is long and complex, and understanding it fully is incredibly important to how we move forward as a community. We value the trust that the community puts in us as organisations, and the last thing we want to do is tell you something that might be wrong about something so important.
We understand that there is a lot of talk in the media, on social media, and other platforms about what this ruling means. The truth is that nobody knows quite yet, and we would suggest being sceptical of any sources who seem to have all the answers already, but we are working hard to make sure that we can communicate accurate information to you as soon as we can. This issue is too important to get it wrong, and it is very normal for it to take a long time to understand the full impacts of a ruling like this, even though we know that many people are desperately in need of answers.
We also know that many trans and non-binary people, and our wider networks of friends, families, colleagues and allies want to know what action they can take right now to make things better. So do we, and we will share our actions and ideas with you as soon as possible. We are working to ensure that our services are as available and signposted as possible so that everyone who needs our help can reach us – but we cannot do this alone, and we very much need the help of everyone who cares about the rights and wellbeing of trans and non-binary people going forward. Please keep an eye on our websites and social media feeds for ways you can support and donate to keep us going and help support this vital work.
At the moment, one of the most vital things we can do is look out for each other, and provide love, support, and compassion to our community, allies, and loved ones who are impacted by the distress and uncertainty that the last week has brought. As organisations with many trans and non-binary staff members, volunteers and community members, we too see and feel this distress deeply, and are doing what we can to try and keep each other going, so we hope you can do the same too.
If you need support, we’re here to help and provide a friendly voice and listening ear:
LGBT Health and Wellbeing provides a wide range of support for LGBTQIA+ people (age 16+) in Scotland, including through their LGBT Helpline Scotland, which is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 12-9pm, and Sundays 1-6pm. The helpline can be reached via free phone on 0800 464 7000, email at helpline@lgbthealth.org.uk, or livechat on their website: https://www.lgbthealth.org.uk/services-support/lgbt-helpline-scotland/. LGBT Health and Wellbeing also host and support a range of community groups across Scotland and online, which you can find out more about here.
LGBT Youth Scotland provides a wide range of support for young people aged 13-25 in Scotland, including one to one support from youth workers, and live chat with youth workers on their website on Mondays (4-6pm), and Wednesdays and Thursdays (4-8pm). LGBT Youth Scotland also host a range of community groups for young people across Scotland and online, which you can find out more about here.
LEAP Sports Scotland coordinate sport and physical activity opportunities for LGBTIQ+ people in Scotland. This includes projects such as Get OUT Glasgow, Trans Active Edinburgh and Glasgow, Out and About in the Highlands and in Ayrshire as well as a network of LGBTIQ+ inclusive clubs – find one near you via their club finder.
You can keep up with the work of our organisations here:
LEAP Sports: Facebook / Instagram
LGBT Youth Scotland: Website / Facebook / Instagram
LGBT Health and Wellbeing: Website / Facebook / Instagram
Equality Network: Website / Facebook / Instagram / Bluesky
Scottish Trans: Website / Facebook / Instagram / Bluesky
