6. Older LGBT+ People in England and Wales
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Welcome to Episode 6 of Justice Studio Sessions. in this episode we delve into the issues of Older LGBT+ people in England and Wales. Justice Studio has undertaken a number of projects to promote and understand LGBT+ activism as well as the challenges facing older people, and we are glad to discuss these important issues in this episode. Joining us for our discussion is Bridget Symonds. Bridget is the CEO of Opening Doors, a charity dedicated to supporting LGBT+ people over 50 across the country. Before this she was Head of Women's Centres and Safeguarding at Women in Prison, and has worked extensively with survivors of domestic and sexual violence, homeless people, and older women fleeing domestic abuse. In this episode we discuss the people at the intersection of LGBT+ discrimination and ageism, in some difficult topics such as loneliness, and experience of abuse in care homes. But we also speak of inter-generational solidarity, recognising the beauty and wisdom in age, the innovative Pride in Care Mark, and celebrating older LGBT+ people through Silver Pride. Links for this episode: Follow Opening Doors on Twitter: @openingdoorsuk  Follow Opening Doors on Instagram: @openingdoorslgbtq Donate to Opening Doors through their website:   https://www.openingdoors.lgbt Justice Studio’s website: www.justicestudio.org Follow Justice Studio on Instagram: @justicestudio Follow Justice Studio on Twitter: @justicestudio Follow Marianne on Instagram @creatrix.london
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