Supporting LGBTQI+ rights ensures inclusivity and acceptance. Young people can advocate for equality, challenge discrimination, and create environments where everyone, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, can live authentically and without fear.
LGCBTQI+ Equality means we don’t discriminate against people because of their sexual orientations. Fighting for LGBTQI+ Equality means we bring attention to any discrimination faced, and ensure policies around equality are upheld.
Around the world, people are still under attack simply for being themselves, and this is unacceptable. Despite some progress in the UK, it’s still true that many lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer people face discrimination and even violence.
Marcus’s highest profile impact was influencing the UK Government to extend free school meals for children. He also raised the profile of the issue in the media and public leading to a national conversation about food poverty.
