What is the Equality Act 2010?

The Equality Act 2010 provides the legal framework that protects you from discrimination.

There are 9 protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010:

age
disability
gender identity and gender reassignment
marriage or civil partnership (in employment only)
pregnancy and maternity
race
religion or belief
sex
sexual orientation.

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Black Trans Alliance

Our funding campaign that will help to continue our work supporting black trans people in London and the wider community. As a supporter you can give a one-off donation today or a reoccurring monthly donation.
What We Do

Learn about the work that Black Trans Alliance does.
Our Team

Meet the Executive Team leading Black Trans Alliance.
Apply to volunteer

Bring your skill, enthusiasm and passion as a volunteer to help us in our vital work that goes to uplift the lives of black trans people.
Elevation of Black Transgender Voices

Elevation of black transgender voices through sharing of short films and other media that depicts the lived experience of black trans people.
Peer to Peer Support

Peer-to-Peer support is a key element of our services. We believe that it is powerful as it enables people to share their experiences, challenges and support each other as equals.
Community Ally Program

Trans allies can help to make life for black trans people so much better. This may be the start of your journey in becoming an ally and it is important that you begin by learning what it means to be transgender.
Black Trans Podcasts

A list of suggested trans and queer black podcasts.
Advice and Information

General advice and information for black trans people, their friends and family.
The Difference We Make

Learn how the work that Black Alliance does makes a difference.

Hardship Fund

Support our Hardship Fund with a £1, £5, £10 donation or any other amount that you can give. Read more

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