14 July 2021

Today is International Non-Binary People's Day 

International Non-Binary People's Day is observed each year on 14 July to raise awareness around the issues faced by non-binary people around the world. The day was first celebrated in 2012.

CNWL's Pride@CNWL LGBT+ Staff Network has worked hard for a number of years to increase awareness, inform policies and practices and be an active support network for staff members. The Trust and network work closely with Stonewall to achieve this.

Madi Gianfrancesco, PRIDE@CNWL's Non Binary Lead and social worker at Queen's Park and Paddington Community Mental Health Team, said

"As we celebrate International Non-Binary People’s Day, we remember that non-binary people exist, have always existed, and will always be here. We think about all of the sacred genders celebrated by historical and indigenous cultures pre-colonialism. We celebrate a community who dare to be themselves, exactly who they are, free from gendered expectations. "

Read more about what it is like to be Non Binary today on Stonewalls website

This year, CNWL launched progress rainbow badges to help staff and volunteers show their support for their LGBT+ patients, carers, visitors and colleagues. By wearing this Badge, staff and volunteers are sending a message of being a safe listening ear and someone they can turn to for support.