This week the panel are joined by Eli Fitzgerald to discuss what an ally actually is. Find out what makes someone a good (or a bad) ally, as well as how to be an ally for your patients or colleagues. Learning resources: The Genderbread Person | A free online resource for understanding gender identity, gender expression, and anatomical sex. https://www.stonewall.org.uk/system/files/lgbt_in_britain_health.pdf Allies | PFLAG Trans & non-binary services - 56 Dean Street- Sexual Heath Services — If you have been distressed or affected by any of the topics discussed in this programme, you can seek support from : LGBT Foundation Helpline (0900-0900 weekdays) - https://lgbt.foundation/helpline Switchboard.lgbt (phone line 1000-2200) - https://switchboard.lgbt Stonewall What’s in My Area? - https://www.stonewall.org.uk/help-advice/whats-my-area

Mindline Trans+ (National Line, Mondays and Fridays from 2000 to 0000.) - https://bristolmind.org.uk/help-and-counselling/mindline-transplus