The Official RAF LGBTQ+ Network working to ensure that the RAF LGBTQ+ community are supported, valued and empowered to benefit the individual and service.
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Thank you @caz_paige a true trailblazer and inspirational leader. Good luck in all your future endeavours.
It is with immense gratitude and deep admiration that we congratulate Chief Executive Caroline Paige MBE as she retires today after 5 years leading change for the Armed Forces #LGBT community 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ fightingwithpride.org.uk/new…
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It is with immense gratitude and deep admiration that we congratulate Chief Executive Caroline Paige MBE as she retires today after 5 years leading change for the Armed Forces #LGBT community 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ fightingwithpride.org.uk/new…
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Today marks 25 years since the ban on LGBT people serving in the Armed Forces was lifted.
This Government is committed to addressing historic wrongs and supporting veterans. We honour and celebrate the service of all LGBT personnel, past and present.
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I was delighted to join RAF veterans whose careers were cut short due to the ban of LGBTQ personnel in the Armed Forces and, alongside many serving today, celebrate the lifting of the ban 25 years ago. xitter.cf/DefenceHQ/status/18783…
Today marks 25 years since the ban on LGBT people serving in the Armed Forces was lifted.
This Government is committed to addressing historic wrongs and supporting veterans. We honour and celebrate the service of all LGBT personnel, past and present.
ow.ly/7MKT50UEm1i
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In #NationalInclusionWeek, we remember the historical injustice that banned LGBT personnel in the Armed Forces. RAF Veterans, whose careers were ended by the ban, received their symbolic Etherton Ribbons from Lord Etherton at the RAF Inclusion Conference at RAF Cranwell.
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Yesterday, the RAF held a LGBT Restorative Action Ceremony to honour & recognise LGBT veterans affected by the historic ban of LGBT people in the UK armed forces.
Veterans were recognised for their service & received an apology for past injustices.
🔗 raf.mod.uk/news/articles/raf…
ALT Group of LGBT RAF veterans on the steps of College Hall Officers' Mess, RAF Cranwell, after receiving their presentation holding their official records of service.
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Today, the first Etherton Ribbons for veterans affected by the ban on LGBT personnel serving in the military between 1967 and 2000 were presented by @JohnHealey_MP and @AlistairCarns – another historic step to right past wrongs.
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Another fantastic year marching for @RAF_LGBT, @RAFMedServices and @pm_raf_ns
Always an honour to share this joy and important occasion with all four services and march alongside @fightingwpride who do so much for the veteran community.
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#LGBTHistoryMonth
2000
The ban on LGB personnel in the UK Armed Forces being able to serve openly is lifted. The decision followed a series of talks between Pride London and the Ministry of Defence.
@RAF_LGBT
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#LGBTHistoryMonth
2005
An RAF couple made history by having the first same-sex civil partnership in the UK Armed Forces.
This month, we're celebrating the progress made for LGBTQ+ individuals in the military. @RAF_LGBT
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#LGBTHistoryMonth
2019
The 2019 London Pride Parade was a historic event, with the largest military representation ever seen. A total of 250 members from all services proudly marched alongside an estimated 1.5 million parade-goers.
@raf_lgbt
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📣New service alert: We're launching a Telephone Friendship Group for LGBTQ+ RAF veterans, providing a safe space to help combat loneliness and build connections.
Learn more here 👉 brnw.ch/21wH02O
#LGBTQ #RAFveterans
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#LGBTHistoryMonth
2021
21 years after the ban on being homosexual in the military was lifted, former service personnel who were dismissed on the basis of their sexuality were invited to have their forfeited medals returned to them. @RAF_LGBT
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This LGBT History Month, Defence Minister @AWMurrison encourages LGBT veterans to apply for restorative measures following the Etherton Review. We are working hard to deliver the review’s recommendations at pace. LGBT veterans: support and next steps - ow.ly/ah7h50QCHgb
On Wednesday night, we were honored to participate in the annual LGBT History Month event at the Speakers House. Our Deputy Advocate and Co-Chair proudly represented the RAF, fostering meaningful dialogue with our sister Services and community networks.
Together, we explored diverse approaches and initiatives to advance equity for all sexual orientations and gender identities. #LGBTQ+ #DiversityandInclusion #RAF
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Last night, we had the pleasure of being invited to @CommonsSpeaker’s LGBT+ History Month Reception.
A fantastic event, full of kind words, positive actions and support measures.
We’ve come so far but we’re not resting on our laurels. Progress is underway ⚓️
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To mark #LGBTHistoryMonth we're proud to collaborate with @RAF_LGBT to highlight the significant milestones and events that have ignited change for the LGBT+ community within the RAF.
Keep an eye on our channels throughout the month 🤝🌈
Image - UK MOD © Crown copyright 2022
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“If you don’t recognise where you came from it’s very easy to take for granted the changes that have been made.”
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24 years ago today, after years of campaigning and court cases, the ban on lesbian, gay & bisexual personnel serving in Britain’s Armed Forces was lifted and the Service Test introduced. Most personnel have only known the forces after the ban. news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk_polit…
ALT Screenshot of the BBC news report “Services gay ban lifted” from 12 January 2000.