This hub was created to support our trans and nonbinary communities and equip allies with real tools for advocacy. Below, you’ll find curated resources covering legal insights, mental health, allyship, petitions, and more.
Credit: Bex Wade Trans+ Pride March 2023
On 16 April 2025, the UK Supreme Court unanimously ruled that, under the Equality Act 2010, the legal definitions of “woman” and “sex” refer to biological sex. The judgment states that transgender women, including those with a Gender Recognition Certificate (GRC), are not included in the definition of “woman” under this legislation. The ruling followed a legal challenge from the group For Women Scotland, supported by JK Rowling, and may affect access to single-sex spaces and services in the UK.
At shesaid.so, we firmly support trans women and gender-diverse communities. This ruling is deeply concerning, and we recognize its potential to further marginalize trans people. In solidarity, we are sharing resources, including our recent support for Sashkia Menendez’s Trans Charter for Music, the Queer Capita pledge that shesaid.so has signed, and practical advice for allies.
EDUCATE
Good Law Project
Lawyer and Good Law Project founder Jolyon Maugham breaks down the recent UK Supreme Court decision and its harmful implications for the trans community in this powerful article.
Follow @jolyonmaugham on Instagram for ongoing education, legal insights, and updates on advocacy efforts.
Click HERE to read the full article
Advocates for Trans Equality
Supporting the Transgender People in Your Life: A Guide to Being a Better Ally
Whether you're seeking ways to support a trans friend, family member, colleague—or looking to be part of a broader movement for trans rights and inclusion—this guide offers practical steps and meaningful insights to help you show up as a true ally.
View the guide HERE
Oscar Davies - Nonbinary Barrister
Oscar Davies, known online as @nonbinarybarrister, is the UK's first publicly recognised non-binary barrister. They use their platform to demystify the legal system, focusing on trans and non-binary rights, and to advocate for inclusive legal reforms.
In their recent Instagram video post, Oscar discusses the implications of the UK Supreme Court's decision in the Elan-Cane case, which denied the legal recognition of non-gendered identities on official documents like passports. They argue that this ruling perpetuates a legal system that fails to acknowledge the existence and rights of non-binary individuals.
Oscar's content is a valuable resource for understanding the intersection of gender identity and the law. Their insights are particularly relevant for those interested in the ongoing struggle for legal recognition and equality for non-binary and trans people in the UK.
For more information on Oscar's work and advocacy, visit their HeyLink.me profile.
FREE EBOOK: Trans Femme Futures Abolitionist Ethics for Transfeminist Worlds
by Nat Raha and Mijke van der Drift
Trans Femme Futures envisions the future through everyday actions that revolutionise our lives. Nat Raha and Mijke van der Drift discuss struggles around trans healthcare, the need for collectives over institutions, the importance of mutual care, and transfeminism as abolition.
The authors show how social change can be achieved through transformative practices that allow queer life to thrive in a time of climate, health, political and economic crises.
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TAKE CARE
FREE Restorative Sound Bowl Yoga Session - Sunday 20th April
@mars_meditation is offering free spots to their Restorative Sound Bowl Yoga Session at @silkbrighton this Sunday 20th April at 7pm.
Location: Silk Brighton, 3 Queens Place, BN1 4JY
Click HERE to send Mars Meditation a DM and reserve a free slot
Free Trans Therapy Resources & Services
VODA
Traditional mental health resources don’t address rising transphobia, hate crimes, drag bans, or long medical waitlists. Our community needs mental health resources from those who have lived trans+ experiences.
This library contains 52 self-led mental health programmes that address the most pressing issues for the trans+ community. Whether you're managing the emotional toll of waiting for gender-affirming care, or building resilience against transphobia, there is something designed to help you.
Visit VODA’s free The Trans+ Therapy Library HERE
SPECTRA
Spectra offers free, confidential counselling for trans, non-binary, and gender-questioning individuals aged 16 and over in Greater London. Sessions are led by LGBTQ+ counsellors and can address any topic, not just gender identity. Participants may receive up to 12 weekly one-on-one sessions, available in person, online, or by phone. Please note that waiting times may vary based on availability.
Spectra offers free, confidential counselling for trans, non-binary, and gender-questioning individuals aged 16 and over in Greater London. Sessions are led by LGBTQ+ counsellors and can address any topic, not just gender identity. Participants may receive up to 12 weekly one-on-one sessions, available in person, online, or by phone. Please note that waiting times may vary based on availability.
Explore the counselling options with Spectra HERE
How to look after yourself in difficult times: Tips from a Mermaids’ Support Line Officer
Mermaids is one of the UK’s leading trans-focused charities. They provide services directly to trans children and young people, to families, and work to educate and inform professionals and organisations who want to be part of a society where trans children and young people are safe, included and empowered to be their best selves.
Follow @mermaidsgender on Instagram.
Read ‘Tips from a Mermaids’ Support Line Officer’ HERE
Switchboard: LGBTQIA+ Support Line
Switchboard is the national LGBTQIA+ support line. For anyone, anywhere in the country, at any point in their journey. We can discuss anything related to sexuality and gender identity. Whether it’s sexual health, relationships or just the way you’re feeling. This is your space – to explore, talk and be truly heard.
Click HERE to connect with Switchboard
Liberty Human Rights: Your rights as a trans/non-binary person if you’re arrested
What are your legal protections against transphobic discrimination? Do you have to have a Gender Recognition Certificate? When do you need to identify your gender in police custody?
Learn about your rights HERE
Galop: National Helpline for LGBT+ Victims and Survivors of Abuse and Violence
Galop is the UK’s LGBT+ anti-abuse charity. We work with and for LGBT+ victims and survivors of abuse and violence.
Galop works directly with thousands of LGBT+ people who have experienced abuse and violence every year. We specialise in supporting victims and survivors of domestic abuse, sexual violence, hate crime, honour-based abuse, forced marriage, so-called conversion therapies, and other forms of interpersonal abuse. We are a service run by LGBT+ people, for LGBT+ people, and the needs of our community are at the centre of what we do.
Get help with Galop HERE
LGBT HERO: Trans Directory
LGBT HERO is the national health and wellbeing charity dedicated to uplifting and supporting LGBTQ+ people. Every month we support over 100,000 people with trusted information, advice, and various forms of support to keep our community happy and healthy while campaigning to tackle the health and social inequalities our communities face.
Follow @lgbthero.org.uk in Instagram
Visit the Trans Directory HERE
TAKE ACTION
Trans Charter by Saskhia Menendez
The Trans Charter for the Music Industry is a transformative initiative designed to create real, systemic change. It offers a set of actionable guidelines that music organisations, labels, venues, festivals, and professionals can commit to. This isn’t just lip service—it’s a roadmap for building a more inclusive and affirming environment for trans and non-binary artists and professionals.
The Charter’s core pillars include:
Establishing trans-affirming policies and best practices.
Amplifying trans and non-binary voices through authentic representation.
Providing comprehensive educational resources and training.
Creating networks of support and collaboration for marginalised communities.
Connect with Saskhia Menendez
Email: saskhia.menendez@gmail.com
Instagram: @mizsaskia
LinkedIn: Saskhia Menendez
Sign the Trans Charter HERE
Queer Capita: Trans Allyship Pledge
Queer Capita is a 501(c)(3) non-profit diversity development organization dedicated to empowering LGBTQ+ professionals in the music industry. With over 450 members across 150+ companies, Queer Capita leads national DEI efforts through workshops, resources, and events that foster inclusive, thriving workplaces.
In solidarity with the transgender community, Queer Capita proudly introduces the Trans Allyship Pledge—a public commitment to uplift, protect, and celebrate trans music industry professionals.
shesaid.so has signed the pledge ahead of Transgender Day of Visibility on March 31, 2025—and we invite you to stand with us.
Sign the pledge HERE