It’s our members who make sure that the Equity Partnership represents the views and needs of all LGBTQ+ communities in Bradford. By becoming a member you can help us in our work to promote and develop our LGBTQ+ communities.
A membership form can be found on our become a member page.
Charity means Bradford Equity Partnership, a registered charity.
GDPR means the General Data Protection Regulation.
Personal Data mean data relating to natural person, who can be identified or who are identifiable from the data in question; or who can be indirectly identified from that data in combination with other data.
Responsible Person means Andrea Allez – Charity Trustee Board Chairperson
Register of Processing Activity (ROPA) means a register of all systems or contexts in which personal data is processed by the Charity.
Sensitive Personal Data
Personal Data that includes special categories such as:
The Charity is committed to processing data in accordance with its responsibilities under the GDPR.
Article 5 of the GDPR requires that personal data shall be:
In the event of a breach of security leading to the accidental or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorised disclosure of, or access to, personal data, the Charity shall promptly assess the risk to people’s rights and freedoms and if appropriate report this breach to the ICO within 72 hours (where feasible).
Where a breach is high risk and adversely affects individuals’ rights and freedoms, the individuals must be informed without undue delay.
Use of photographs:
Equity Partnership will occasionally take photographs at our events, to promote our services positively. Crowd photographs taken in a public place, for example a Pride event are not subject to GDPR legislation. Any photograph taken in the Equity Centre, at a private event, or that focusses upon an individual is subject to GDPR, and consent of any identifiable individual will be sought. We will be clear about how the photograph is to be used, and will seek renewed consent should we wish to use the image differently.
Some groups or individuals that use the Equity Centre may host their own social media content. Equity Partnership cannot accept responsibility for any photographs or information that is posted on social media that is not owned or controlled by ourselves.
Equity Partnership strives to make all its activities as inclusive and accessible as possible.
If you have any concerns or wish to discuss your access requirements please contact the office.
Equity Partnership is the community organisation for LGBTQ+ people within the Bradford District.
We aim to ensure that LGBTQ+ people live happy, healthy and independent lives that are free from loneliness, isolation, prejudice and discrimination.
Our role is to provide an inclusive environment where all our members feel welcome, respected, safe and comfortable with being who they are. We also want to provide you with great service throughout your membership. This code helps all of us to understand what is expected of members – and what you can expect from us.
If a member does not comply with the expectations in this code, we will discuss the issue with you – but ultimately we reserve the right to cancel your membership.
What you can expect from us:
What we expect from you:
What happens if the Code of Conduct is broken?
Please let us know as soon as possible if you experience or witness anything that makes you feel uncomfortable or which may be in breach of the Code of Conduct. Even if you do not want anything done, please still let us know. You can do this by accessing the Equity Partnership website.
By applying to EP for membership you are agreeing to abide by this code of conduct.
The need for a Health and Well Being Assessment of BME LGBTQ+ people living, working or socialising in the Bradford area was identified by our BME men’s group. Click here for the full report: The Challenge of Diversity BME LGBT Report 2015.
In 2013 Equity Partnership conducted a Needs Assessment “It’s Not Just About Sex” to establish a baseline picture of both health and social care experiences and requirements in Bradford and District in the 16 – 26 years age group. Read the full report here: It’s not just about Sex and the Executive Summary.
“Glad to be Grey” was conducted by Equity Partnership in 2013 to establish a baseline picture of both health and social care experiences and requirements in Bradford ad District in the 55 years and older age group Read the full report here: Glad to be Grey – Final Report 2013 v5, and Glad to be Grey – Executive Summary.
“Coming Out about Breast Cancer” – is a report on lesbian and bisexual women’s experience of living with breast cancer and of treatment, support and care and was written in 2010. Read the full report here: Coming out about breast cancer research report 2010.
The Cervical Screening Report from 2010 was written to encourage women who have sex with women to attend for cervical screening and is based on local research with lesbian and bisexual women. Read the report here: Cervical Screening Report 2010.
Peer Support and Social Groups
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General LGBTQ+ Groups
Dance Over The Rainbow
Learn beginners Ballroom & Latin Classes aimed at the LGBTQ+ Community. No partner required. The classes are taught by Stuart Barrett, Ballroom & Latin Associate Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance.
Halifax Gay Group
Halifax Gay Group meets every Wednesday evening at 8pm. Many of their events are based on popular TV quizzes and game shows; the aim is to have a good night out and a laugh with other gay men.
Huddersfield Gay Group
Huddersfield Gay Group is a friendly social group for gay and bisexual men, aged 18+, which meets at 7.30pm, every Tuesday in Huddersfield town centre. This group offers a chance to meet new people, have a chat and catch up on the week’s gossip. Coffee, tea or soft drinks are available.
Leeds Gay Men’s Social Group
Leeds Gay Men is a group for gay and bisexual men. They organise social events where members can meet, relax and make friends while having a great time. They hold all kinds of interesting, exciting or just plain fun events and membership is free.
Yorkshire Terriers Football Club
Yorkshire Terriers were one of the first gay-friendly teams to be founded in the UK, back in 1997 and were a founder member of the GFSN National League at the start of the 2002/3 season. They also host the annual five-a-side Yorkshire Tournament which is one of the most eagerly anticipated events on the GFSN calendar.
Leeds Frontrunners
An inclusive LGBTQ+ running club for all levels. Meeting at Roundhay Park every Saturday at 9am and Thursday at 7pm.
The Bad Mittens
An LGBTQ+ led inclusive (open to everyone, you don’t have to identify as LGBTQ+) badminton group for people at the beginner to intermediate level. The group meets to play every Monday and Wednesday evening at the Armley Leisure Centre.
Transpennine Gay Outdoors Club
Transpennine is a large and highly active gay outdoors club group based in the North of England. They organise a large selection of interesting walks and cycle rides of varied length and hardness. Most walks are held on Sundays. In the summer they also arrange some short evening walks followed by a social drink. For the more adventurous they have monthly hostel or camping weekends where members can socialise and enjoy visiting areas further afield such as the Lake District and North Wales.
Trans Specific Groups
T-Boys
T-Boys is a Yorkshire-based support group for anyone assigned female at birth who identifies as male/masculine, or is questioning their gender. Meetings usually run the third Saturday of every month. Details can be found on their website. They can range from social activities to more constructed meetings on a specific aspect of transition, such as hormone replacement therapy (HRT) or surgery.
Transtastic
Transtastic is a youth group for people aged 13 to 18 who identify as trans. It is run through the Leeds City Council Youth Services and it aims to support Trans* people with a wide range of activities and mutual peer support. They provide group work on issues affecting young people, trips out and residential weekends with other LGTBQ+/LGBTQ+ friendly groups from around the country. They also run social activities such as DJ workshops, dance, photography, self-defence, graffiti art, film nights, bowling, and much more. Transtastic meets on alternate Thursdays at a city centre location (6.30pm – 8.30pm). If you’re interested or want to know more, call Sam on 07712 214421 or 07545 604329.
Leeds Trans Group
The Leeds Trans group for 13-25 year olds. Sessions run the last Tuesday of the month and take place at Tavistock Leeds Base, 14 Park Square East, Leeds LS1 2LF.
Transmission Bradford
Transmission Bradford is a dynamic group open to anyone aged 18 or over who identifies as trans, gender variant or questioning their gender identity. We have occasional speakers, a monthly Swap Shop, and our Peer Mentors are always on hand. We meet in a safe city centre space from 7pm every Monday. Free refreshments are provided. (Changing facilities are available if needed.)
Peer Support Groups for Young LGBTQ+ People
BLAGY
BLAGY (Bradford Lesbian and Gay Youth) is an informal and fun group for young people between the ages of 14 and 25 who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual or who are questioning their sexuality. The group meets weekly from 6pm to 8.30pm in a safe city centre location and the sessions are varied and young person led. They also meet once a month in Keighley on the second Thursday of the month.
Identity
Identity is a weekly LGBTQ+ youth group in central Halifax for young people aged 12-18. The group offers support and advice for young people regarding sexual and gender identity and allows young people the opportunity to have fun, make new friends and be themselves. Based in Halifax town centre and meeting every Wednesday from 5.30pm to 7.30pm.