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Position of HIV organisations on trans rights and the EHRC’s draft Code of Practice
The Supreme Court ruling on the definition of biological sex in the Equality Act has sent shockwaves through our communities. So many trans[1] people are…
Farewell to two of our Board members
Spectra wants to say a big thank you and farewell to two of our Board Directors, who are leaving Spectra to focus on other initiatives. …
We Stand With Our Trans Communities
Spectra are deeply concerned today about the UK Supreme Court ruling around the sex definition in the Equality Act 2010. The judgement said: “The unanimous…
Spectra Announces Joel Robinson as New CEO
Spectra is thrilled to announce the appointment of Joel Robinson (he/him) as our new Chief Executive Officer. Joel brings over two decades of experience in…
“Searching: a film by Spectra”
We‘re so excited to finally share: “Searching: a film by Spectra.“ The short film gives an overview of Spectra’s trans services. From counselling, to health advocacy, to mentoring and social groups – our services are delivered by people of trans experience themselves in a friendly, safe, confidential, non-judgemental and accessible space.
Red Run 2024 – fundraise for Spectra!
The World AIDS Day RED RUN returns to Victoria Park, East London for its 14th year on 23 November 2024. The 10K or 5K fun…
SWL Young People’s Services: An e-service review
This report details the findings from a series of focus groups and survey sessions run by Spectra CIC in 2024 to investigate the preference of…
Farewell to our Founder and CEO
Spectra’s Founder and CEO, Karen Skipper, is stepping down after 12 successful years with the organisation. She will remain on the Board of Directors. She…
SPECTRA’S STATEMENT ON DRAFTED RSE GUIDANCE
The UK’s Department for Education released a Draft Relationships Education, Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) and Health Education Guidance on 16 May, open for consultation…
Spectra at British HIV Association Spring Conference 2024
Our Research and Performance Coordinator Grace attended the British HIV Association (BHIVA) Spring Conference 2024, which took place from Monday 29th April to Wednesday 1st…