ShOUT is the @DefenceHQ LGBTQ Employee Staff Network representing all Sexual Orientation and Gender Identities across the civilian workforce πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ

Joined April 2013
309 Photos and videos
Pinned Tweet
A joint statement from the Defence LGBTQ Networks on the publication of the LGBT Veterans Independent Review.
1
11
2,904
MOD LGBTQ Network retweeted
🌈 Members of the @RoyalNavy, @BritishArmy, @RoyalAirForce and civilians across the @DefenceHQ landscape marched at #PrideInLondon today, and celebrated with a group photo at the end of the parade.
79
117
757
105,842
MOD LGBTQ Network retweeted
Our LGBT veterans are an important part of the defence community. Today @BWallaceMP apologised to those affected by historic LGBT Armed Forces policies. These policies do not reflect today’s military, and we are proud to be a military where everyone is welcome.
33
57
210
59,150
MOD LGBTQ Network retweeted
Replying to @HPevkur
Building on the UK-Estonia πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ roadmap agreed upon in 2022, the joint statement includes: 1️⃣ Agreement to work together to continue the development of the πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Division 2️⃣ Several πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ staff officer positions embedded into the πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Division (2/3)
6
11
69
27,991
MOD LGBTQ Network retweeted
Another myth busted 🀜🏻
4
2
7
1,997
MOD LGBTQ Network retweeted
This #LGBTQ HistoryMonth πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ were interested to see what your favourite LGBTQ film or book is? πŸ“šπŸΏ Leave your responses in the comments box below πŸ‘‡ #BehindTheLens #LGBTplusHM @PrideInDefence @LGBTHM @MODLGBT
9
8
18
10,360
MOD LGBTQ Network retweeted
It’s the first day of LGBT History Month! We’re hoping to share some stories from our work at FWP as part of observing the month, both here on our twitter, and over on our Instagram (FightingWithPride). How are you planning on marking the month, or learning more? πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ
4
9
25
3,494
It’s @LGBTHM #LGBTHistoryMonth and we have been digging into the archives to explore our own history of our staff network. This week the @RAF_LGBT network are taking the baton with their annual network conference on Mon/Tues #BehindTheLens #PrideInDefence #WholeForceInclusion
11
48
577,455
MOD LGBTQ Network retweeted
Replying to @PrideInLondon
@PrideInLondon is 1 July 2023 and our lovely friends at MoD are supporting us! So save the date #cadets will be there! @MODLGBT @PrideInDefence @RAFAC_Aspire @ASPIRELEAD1 @SeaCadetsUK @VCCcadets @XOSupportVCC @ArmyLGBT #LGBT #Pride πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ
3
4
11
1,301
MOD LGBTQ Network retweeted
23 years ago this week the MoD’s ban on LGB was lifted - much respect to all those affected by the ban and our thanks to those who helped change it! Proud to serve and proud to be #LGBT πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ πŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ#prideindefence @MODLGBT @fightingwpride @ArmyLGBT @RNCompass @RAF_LGBT @RAFAC_Aspire
1
6
26
2,453
MOD LGBTQ Network retweeted
Today, 23 years after the UK Armed Forces' #LGBT ban was lifted, @Fightingwpride & @Northern_Hub @NorthumbriaUni held the 1st UK Annual Research Conference reporting on the impacts of the ban, with huge thanks to the amazing veterans, presenters & 37 organisations who took part!
2
18
69
5,095
This week we marked 23 years since the lifting of the ban on lesbian, gay and bi people from serving in our Armed Forces. As the civilian network for @DefenceHQ we are proud of all those who served and continue to serve to protect the UK πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ πŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ #PrideInDefence
8
42
5,553
RT @ArmyLGBT: 23 years ago today, 12 January, the ban on lesbian, gay & bisexual personnel serving in Britain’s Armed Forces was lifted and…
15
MOD LGBTQ Network retweeted
As of yesterday, 23 years have passed since the ban on LGBT people serving in the British Armed Forces was lifted. We think of all those affected, and those who fought so tirelessly to see it lifted. We are here whenever and for however you may need us. Thank you. #LGBTVeterans
9
23
2,801
MOD LGBTQ Network retweeted
23 years ago to the day, the ban on LGBT people serving in the armed forces was lifted. Today the Royal Navy is a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves. #navypride
2
16
83
28,218
Happy New Year from all of us at @MODLGBT. We hope everyone had a restful break. Lots to look forward to this coming year. @LGBTHM is just round the corner. Follow us for more info as it comes out. #LGBTQ #NewYear2023 #PrideInDefence @RAF_LGBT @ArmyLGBT @RNCompass @cslgbt
6
29
3,600
MOD LGBTQ Network retweeted
This National Inclusion Week, Defence is showcasing its commitment to developing an agile, skilled and diverse engineering profession, placing diversity and inclusivity at the heart of the recruitment and retention agenda #ThePowerOfNow #engineers youtu.be/R-4n-hFztfQ
2
10
MOD LGBTQ Network retweeted
On a day that will be remembered forever, we reflect upon the life of a Commander-in-Chief entwined with the Armed Forces from a young age. Today, service personnel from across the military will come together to pay their final respects to Her Majesty The Queen.
69
597
4,192
MOD LGBTQ Network retweeted
Lance Sergeant Wordsworth talks about his experiences in the Coldstream Guards preparing for The Queen's state funeral, which takes place on Monday. The Armed Forces will play an important ceremonial role in the funeral of Her Majesty. Read here: ow.ly/r5oV50KMoQb

9
32
259
MOD LGBTQ Network retweeted
Thank you, Ma'am. The United Kingdom's service chiefs, led by Chief of the Defence Staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, stand vigil at Her Majesty The Queen's coffin in Westminster Hall, where they paid their respects to the late sovereign.
37
438
3,488