The fight for human rights is not a straight path
Seven years ago I wrote about the need for transgender people to come out of the shadows and take our
Continue readingThe fight for human rights is not a straight path
Seven years ago I wrote about the need for transgender people to come out of the shadows and take our
Continue readingThe fight for human rights is not a straight path
The stars dance before my eyes, multi coloured shards of light piercing the darkness. The darkness that holds me and
People’s Pride Southampton (PPS) was started in January 2020 and became a registered charity in October 2020. The organisation aims
Continue readingSouthampton charity People’s Pride names first patron — Daily Echo
“What a journey, Sophie. Yours is a life well-lived because of all the impact you are making for others and
Continue readingYour bravery shines a light on the path forward
“I attended a talk recently where you shared your story. I’m a cis-gendered white woman and recognise my privilege, but
“I have just jumped off the Instagram Live talk that Sophie gave and have nothing to say other than: AMAZING! BRILLIANT!
Continue readingThe world is a better place with people like you in it
Those of us that grew up before and during the days of Section 28, when knowledge of LGBTQ identities was
Continue readingThe importance of LGBTQ education in schools
“I just wanted to thank you again for the fantastic sessions you delivered for our Diversity Day last week. I’ve
The past week has been one of the most challenging of the an already challenging year for me. As a
Continue readingDancing by myself — COVID & celebrating alone
On Friday November 27, Dr Sophie Cook – the 13th most influential figure in Brighton, according to the 2019 Power
Continue readingBrighton’s Dr Sophie Cook wins British LGBT+ Award — Scene Magazine