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akt’s statement on Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s pledge to end rough sleeping this Christmas
akt welcomes the announcement from Prime Minister Andy Burnham of the Rough Sleeping Programme to end rough sleeping this Christmas.
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Check out our most recent news stories and catch up on our latest announcements.
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The reality behind What It Feels Like for a Girl, and the ongoing need for akt
The new BBC series What It Feels Like for a Girl is a beautiful and deeply authentic portrayal of queer experience. At akt, we’ve seen stories like Byron’s time and time again.
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CEO Blog: Hearing the voices of young people on trans inclusion
akt submitted its response to the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) consultation on proposed changes to its code of practice, following the Supreme Court ruling in April. Understanding and responding to the consultation has been a challenge for a small, very busy charity like akt
putt with pride this june!
akt is thrilled to partner with Puttshack, who will donate 5p for every hole-in-one scored across each of its four venues, helping us continue to support LGBTQ+ youth at risk or experiencing homelessness.
we’re looking for our next ceo!
Find out more about akt's search for a new CEO and how to apply.
akt awarded grant by lha london to assist young people with housing needs
akt are delighted to have been awarded one of three grants by LHA London to continue assisting young people with housing their needs.
new lgbtq+ youth homelessness research study
We are looking for young people and organisations to take part in our new LGBTQ+ youth homelessness research study. The research will be used to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ young people experiencing homelessness or housing issues.
our impact 2022-2023
Read our latest impakt report, which highlights the support we have provided to LGBTQ+ young people at risk of, or experiencing homelessness.
transgender schools’ guidance: how to respond
How to respond to the UK Department for Education’s draft guidance for teachers regarding transgender and gender nonconforming students in schools.
tinder and chet lo launch collection for akt
akt is thrilled to benefit from the new Tinder x Chet Lo fashion line, launched to help support LGBTQ+ youth at risk or experiencing homelessness.
akt appoints interim ceo
Shān Nicholas has been appointed interim CEO of akt, the National LGBTQ+ youth homeless charity.