COMMUNITY ORGANISATION

VOLUNTEER STAFF

AWARD RECIPIENT

^{Trans Healthcare Action}

Trans Healthcare Action is a grassroots organisation that offers a space for transgender and gender diverse people, as well as allies, to come together and campaign for access to healthcare services. Upon accepting the award, which the team called an “absolute honour”, Trans Healthcare Action acknowledged: “We really shouldn’t have to do this work, but we appreciate being recognised for it.”

They added: “The current system of trans healthcare is failing us. Our work to change that is not yet done. We need an informed consent model in community and primary healthcare settings created in collaboration with the trans community.”

NOMINEES

^{Clonmel Pride}

Clonmel Pride was recognised for all of the value it brings to the LGBTQ+ community in Tipperary through social activities, activism, and support. The team has hosted wonderful community Pride festivals, family fun days, social events and more.

^{Intersex Ireland}

Intersex people are some of the most marginalised within the LGBTQ+ community. Intersex Ireland provides support and education for intersex folks across the country, while helping to raise awareness and understanding around intersex issues. The team runs an incredible support group in Outhouse for those who have or suspect they may have variations in sex characteristics, and the group advocates for intersex rights through lobbying and activism.

^{Wicklow Pride}

This year, Wicklow Pride hosted its second annual parade and festival, and the event was praised for offering a welcoming and uplifting environment despite threats and bigotry. In the face of hate, the committee continued to display courage, conviction, and leadership, presenting a Wicklow Pride festival like no other.

By Nicole Lee

PAID STAFF

AWARD RECIPIENT

^{Midlands LGBT+ Project}

Midlands LGBT+ Project was recognised for its incredible impact in the counties of Laois, Offaly, Westmeath, and Kildare. Three years ago, the group organised the first Pride in Laois and it has continued to expand its reach with similar events in different towns across the region. Also hosting regular monthly social meet-ups, peer support groups and awareness events, the organisation strives to offer a sense of community and reduce isolation for LGBTQ+ people in the Midlands. Upon receiving the award, the team at Midlands LGBT+ Project thanked the NXF, GCN and the crowd for the recognition, as well as all their volunteers for their hard work.

NOMINEES

^{Gay Project}

Founded in 1984, Gay Project celebrated 40 years of activism in 2024. Since its conception, the organisation has done outstanding work to provide a safe and welcoming space for the LGBTQ+ community in Cork and beyond. Gay Project offers and supports several groups and initiatives throughout the year, including events, workshops, talks, peer-support, social groups and more.

^GOSHH

With a combination of social support and regional outreach, GOSHH (Gender Orientation Sexual Health and HIV) has made a significant impact for the LGBTQ+ community in Limerick, Clare and North Tipperary. The organisation offers workshops and training, as well as a variety of meet-up groups, providing an invaluable community space to people in the Mid-West.

^{Outhouse LGBTQ+ Centre}

With its central location in Dublin, Outhouse LGBTQ+ Centre is a cornerstone for the queer community in the Irish capital. Driven by its new Space for All strategic plan and the unwavering dedication of its staff, the work done at Outhouse has strengthened the fabric of the community in Ireland. Through a variety of events, meet-ups, and support groups, the centre offers a safe and welcoming space to all the different members of the community, fostering connection and social interaction.

By Beatrice Fanucci