Philippa Willitts

A government consultation asking whether conversion therapy should be banned closes in a few days. My experiences tell me we must resist calls for religious exemptions and also ensure any ban protects trans people.

Invaluable online workshop will "pass on knowledge and best practice" to anyone who wants to understand trans issues, intersectionality and the law.

“I am spoken to as an athlete, not someone with disabilities. Boccia is a professional sport and I feel respected when on court and off court,” says Sheffield boccia player Amy Darlow.

Councillor fears “a victory for those campaigning against the rights of those in the LGBTIQA+ community,” despite long-term success in the programme, a Freedom of Information request shows.

As pregnant people are prioritised for jabs, health professionals are urging those in Sheffield to get vaccinated.

Sheffield Talking News has read news aloud for disabled people in the city since 1988. Now on edition 1506, we found out more about this vital service.

If the city centre moves forward but disabled people are left behind, Sheffield is failing its citizens.

On Saturday, Sheffield’s LGBTQI+ community and allies will stand together to mark Transgender Day of Remembrance.

To reach the communities most affected by Covid, Sheffield City Council is asking community, voluntary and faith groups for help.

While Chella Quint’s guide to periods for pre-teens may challenge conservative parents, it is vital and inclusive in a revolutionary way.

Steel City Queer History launches podcast and film for DIY walking tour of Sheffield’s gay past.

Everything queer and questioning students need to know about starting life at one of the Sheffield universities.

Disabled People Against Cuts in Sheffield are part of a week of action next week.

When an area of Sheffield is pedestrianised, many people are excluded from that part of their city. Encouraging walking and cycling should not alienate marginalised populations.

At the start of the new school year, parents of clinically vulnerable children face a no-win situation. We spoke to one mum about her family's experiences as Covid restrictions are removed.

Sheffield salon changes pricing to counter the 'pink tax' and gender binaries.

In Doncaster, peer-led mental health support is changing lives.

Trans people report being turned away from barbers and hairdressers. We profile eight hair-cutting businesses in Sheffield that welcome LGBT+ customers.

Between 18,000 and 22,000 people in Sheffield are autistic. To make Sheffield an inclusive city, this new network is aiming high.

Shocking discoveries at Sheffield service for people with learning disabilities and autism lead to ‘inadequate’ ratings and a closure to new admissions.