Together: The LGBTQIA+ Community and Staverton

When the UK was plunged into lockdown 2/3 during autumn 2020, we were introduced to Switchboard — a charity that’s supported the LGBTQIA+ community since 1974 and the issues they continue to face.

Switchboard provides information, support and referral services for lesbians, gay men, bisexual and trans people — and anyone considering issues around their sexuality and/or gender identity.

In a joint effort between the architectural practice Hawkins Brown, the sports betting, gaming and entertainment provider Flutter, and ourselves, we donated pre-loved furniture to the charity.

We all wanted to support the LGBTQIA+ community and help the environment by ensuring the used furniture didn’t go to waste — a service we provide to all our clients.

Switchboard is a 100% confidential and helpline, and all of the charity’s volunteers self-define as LGBTQIA+. You can find out more about how they can help here, or if you need someone to talk to, call 0300 330 060.

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