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

  • 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!

  • 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.

  • 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!

  • 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