Stonewall’s 2014 Equality Walk is on Sunday, May 11.
This years walk which has moved from it’s traditional May bank holiday weekend slot forms part of the the charity’s 25thanniversary celebrations and is supported by American Express.
Walkers will be raising funds to support Stonewall’s work in over 10,000 schools to tackle homophobic bullying. YouGov polling conducted on behalf of Stonewall shows that over half of gay young people experience homophobic bullying at school, while nearly all hear homophobic language. Worryingly, nine in ten teachers report they’ve never received training on how to prevent and respond to homophobic bullying.
Over 800 supporters took part in last year’s Walk, raising a record-breaking £75,000. Walkers will enjoy entertainment by the seaside – including face painting for children, live music and a picnic area – ahead of the walk around Brighton.
The Equality Walk is a family-friendly event, which opens with a gathering in the Royal Pavilion Gardens.
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