Thread by @stonewalluk

The @EHRC is no longer acting as a credible, independent human rights institution. They are pushing an anti-trans agenda over international human rights law. Today we've submitted evidence to the @UN and @Ganhri1 to intervene in support of trans rights. Read more + take action🧵

EHRC’s recent change in its stance on trans issues is in stark contrast to international human rights standards. It seeks to strip trans people of legal protections and poses a grave threat to the abilities for trans people to participate in daily life with dignity and respect.

That’s why we, along with @GoodLawProject and supported by over 20 LGBTQ+ and trans focused charities and human rights bodies, have submitted evidence to the @UN & @Ganhri1 to support calls for a Special Review of the ‘A’ status of EHRC as a National Human Rights Institution.

To qualify for ‘A’ status, a National Human Rights Institution needs to show that it can act independently of the changing priorities of the government. Our 19-page dossier highlights the numerous ways we believe show the @EHRC is now a compromised, politicised organisation.

All of us need our human rights to be upheld and protected - this is a fundamental value that rises above the politics of the day. We call on the UK Government to show leadership by ensuring we have a revived and truly independent @EHRC that is fit for purpose.

You can support our international efforts by campaigning here in the UK. Ask @BorisJohnson to protect trans people’s long-established rights under the Equality Act. Take action 🚨 bit.ly/EHRC-action

If you've already taken action, please consider donating what you can. We can only continue campaigning with your support ❤️ donorbox.org/support-stonew…