Pride is a time to celebrate individuality, self-expression, and equality. Aside from treating everyone equally, there are so many ways that you can take part in supporting the LGBTQ+ community; attending Pride Parades and getting creative with Makeup are some of our favourites! If you are looking for Pride makeup ideas, get inspired here.
At Revolution Beauty, equality, diversity, and inclusivity are a central focus. We believe it is important to directly support the LGBTQ+ community, through championing their stories and offering support to specialist charities.
In 2022, Revolution Beauty are supporting Switchboard, a UK charity dedicated to providing help and advice to members of the LGBTQ+ community through a helpline and online resources. Whether you're concerned about coming out to new people, have questions about safer sex, gender identity, relationship issues or you're feeling discriminated against - you can get non-judgemental and not directive support from Switchboard's team of trained LGBTQ+ volunteers. Get in touch.
Switchboard's helpline has been open since 1974, and has supported communities throughout history, facing the everchanging issues of the day. For example, Switchboard worked closely with the creators of Channel 4 drama "It's a Sin" on the historical accuracy of the helpline supporting the characters during the Aids outbreak in the 1980's and 1990's. Find out more.
Switchboard's helpline receives around 15,000-18,000 calls each year, which is always increasing. Revolution's donation of £20,000 will help to maintain the life changing effect that the Switchboard volunteers have on LGBTQ+ individuals and their loved ones every day. The donation will go towards vital training of new volunteers and providing new equipment so that they can offer support from all over the UK. How you can help.
If you or anyone you know needs some help and advice on these topics, do not hesitate to speak to one of their friendly volunteers. You can also find a wellbeing support pack and other resources here.
Love from, Isabel & Team Revolution x
