TRANS* INCLUSIVE CHURCHES
Privacy
Never share someone is trans* without their consent.
Never assume or insist it is the trans* persons job to share personal information.
Toilets
Where possible, make toilets gender-netural and accessible. With separate spaces, consider 'what's in here' signage. Provide menstrual products in all toilets.
Questions
If in doubt never ask a trans* person a question you would not ask a cisgender person.
Let them share on their terms, ask open questions.
Pronouns
Respect others by using their correct name and pronouns. These may match their appearance, they may not.
Some are called neopronouns as they are newly in use.
IT STARTS WITH RESPECT
Platform Voices
Give platform a platform to trans* members of your congregation and community. Are their voices in worship and the spaces of decision making?
Accessibility
Many LGBTQ+ people are also disabled. Make your services, buildings and meetings fully accessible.
Follow guidance from Through the Roof and use an audit.
EDI Role
Consider creating an equality and diversity role for your church council & an LGBTQ+ forum.
How may you help others to join your church council or regional synods?
Theology
Use queer and trans* theology in all aspects of spirituality and church life.
EQUALITY & DIVERSITY
Share Resources
Offer your buildings, your time, your expertise.
Help network for small LGBTQ+ groups, with schools, trustees, and possible sponsorships.
Support queer-owned businesses and media.
Turn Up
Show up to your local Pride events and parades.
Fundraise for your local LGBTQ+ groups.
Fundraise
Donate, give and hold fund-raising events for your local trans* and LGBTQ+ groups.
Write to your MP
Use our provided guidance to write to your MP. You may be able to hold meetings, and have influence with other local decision makers.