here at the xtra edit we want to do more than just print good magazines, we want to create a community. we have put together this community page full of resources, fundraisers, petitions & a calendar for lgbtqia+ events/dates. feel free to dive in, support & make a difference!
community
talie, mua & model
“Incredible getting to meet new queer creatives and make valuable friendships”
lily winfield, mua
“immaculate vibes, such good energy from everyone, most comfortable I’ve felt on a set”
quinn fishwick, mua
“the xtra edit has allowed me to meet so many new creatives, friends and has opened my eyes to more possibilities that i couldn’t of imagined”
ajmair khanzada
“Loved ever bit on set with the coolest mag in brum”
jaila thorne
“working with xtra has been the most blessed experience of my life, finally getting to live the true meaning of queer joy”
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our xtra creatives!
resources
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Switchboard is a national LGBTQIA+ chatline open from 10am till 10pm, every day of the year. They provide the options to chat via online, phone or email and is ran by an all LGBTQIA+ team. You can even opt to volunteer!
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Misfits is a scheme run by not a phase, to supply the trans community with free classes sign up here
they offer classes in self defence, wellness and fitness.
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strut safe is a uk phone line, open during the weekends with volunteers to keep you company on the line whilst on your commute. If you feel uncomfortable in public & want some company, drop them a call. You can also volunteer!
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umbrella is a branch of free sexual health clinics spread across Birmingham & Solihull. Through umbrella you can get access to free sit lists, condoms, sexual health check ups, pregnancy testing, substance abuse services, services for sex workers and more!
events / dates
july 2025
5th - london pride
13-19th - non binary awareness week
16th - international drag day
19th - glasgow pride
August 2025
2nd-3rd - brighton pride
10th - uk black pride
15th-25th - manchester pride
31st - bi pride uk
september 2025
4th - world sexual health day
16th - 23rd - bisexual awareness week
27th - National Gay Men’s HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
october 2025
8th - international lesbian day
10th - world mental health day
11th - national coming out day
15th - international pronouns day
20th-26th - asexual awareness week
26th - intersex awareness day
november 2025
transgender awareness month / 13-19th - trans awareness week
20th - trans day of REMEMBRANCE
december 2025
1st - world aids day
8th - pansexual pride day
10th - human rights day