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Newcastle Pride expands its committee

Eighteen year-old transgender man, Jay Anderson is the newest member of Newcastle Pride’s Committee.

Jay came out as trans when he was just 16, saying: “Coming out was not easy.”

His role involves attending Newcastle Pride Committee meetings, helping to organize events and contracting relevant organizations for resources.

Jay has also teamed up with a popular LGBT festival.

He added: “LGBTQ youth homelessness is disproportionately high and so are suicide rates, especially among trans youth so it’s more important than ever that we stay tight as a community.”

Stephen Willis, festival director of Newcastle Pride, also commented: “We want Newcastle Pride to be as inclusive as possible because it is a space for everyone in the LGBT community.

“We are looking forward to working with Jay for input on the best ways to make young trans people feel included and welcome.”

Newcastle Pride takes place from July 20-22 at Nuns Moor.

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