Resources

For employers and employees

These Sex Matters publications have advice and guidance that’s relevant for employers and employees, including a list of sector networks.
For journalists

Sex Matters’ Media handbook on sex and gender for journalists and editors explains when and why it is right to talk about people’s sex, and takes account of IPSO’s guidance.
For MPs and PPCs

Here are all the Sex Matters briefings for MPs – and for prospective parliamentary candidates in the 2024 general election.
For parents

Here are all our publications with advice and guidance for parents.
For service providers

These Sex Matters publications have advice and guidance for service providers, particularly those who offer single-sex or separate-sex services.
For teachers

These Sex Matters publications have advice for teachers, headteachers and other education professionals, plus governors and other volunteers involved with schools.
Groups defending sex-based rights

An overview of some of the groups defending sex-realism in the UK. They have been set up by individuals and collectives and are focused on different areas. Although a few have a handful of paid staff, they rely almost entirely on small donations and volunteers’ time.
Attacks on those defending sex-based rights

Intimidation, threats and violence by trans-rights activists; academics targeted; a timeline of efforts to sabotage the EHRC; and transactivist violence on film.
Campaign – sex in the Equality Act

Answers to frequently asked questions about our campaign to clarify sex in the Equality Act 2010.
FAQs – sex and gender

We explain in clear language what’s meant by “sex”, “gender”, “trans”, “intersex”, “gender dysphoria”, “gender-affirming care” and other related terms.
FAQs – gender reassignment

What does it mean for someone to have the protected characteristic of “gender reassignment” under the Equality Act 2010? The government, public bodies, many employers and even employment tribunals are often confused about this.
Sector networks

Professional organisations defending sex-based rights, including sex equality and equity networks for employees in different sectors.

Latest guidance

Applying for a gender-recognition certificate: the facts

Is the process “intrusive, outdated and humiliating”? We examine the evidence.

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Action guide

We want to make sure that every candidate seeking to be an MP hears that people want them to...

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Gender-distressed youth and suicide risk – factsheet

The possibility of suicide can be a concern for parents with a child experiencing distress about their sex, and...

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Health and Equality Acts (Amendment) Bill – briefing

This private member’s bill‘s second reading is on the House of Commons agenda for the morning of Friday 15th...

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Latest reports

Digital verification services

– how the government can solve the problem about sex (or else sleepwalk into chaos)

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The Cass Review – initial analysis

The Cass Review of gender-identity services for children and young people has published its final report and recommendations. Sex...

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WPATH in the UK

A list of organisations in the UK influenced by the World Professional Association for Transgender Health, and lobby groups...

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The House of Lords debate on conversion therapy

On Friday 9th February 2024 Baroness Burt’s Private Member's Bill proposing a ban on "conversion therapy" was debated in...

21st February 2024