Open Letters: 2025
Open Letters on sex and gender debate - 2025
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A victory for academic freedom
3rd January 2025
From: Christy Hammer
Subject: In Oct 2022, media reported that students had walked out Christy Hammer's class and demanded she be replaced for stating 'there are 2 sexes with variation'. The writer announces that ‘The Maine Human Rights Commission has now ruled that her statement was not discriminatory and agreed that sex realism is a valid view and that educators must be permitted to express controversial ideas in the classroom.’
'Serious Issue' of Chief Exec following Tommy Robinson
6th Jan 2025
To: Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists (RCSLT) Community
From: Irma Donaldson, Chair of (RCSLT)
Subject: The writer addresses the 'Serious issue' of the Chief Executive of RSCLT following the 'far right activist' Tommy Robinson on social media platform X.
Open Letter to ICC & ECB
9th January 2025
To: International Cricket Council & England Cricket Board
From: Afghan Cricket Association
Subject: The letter urges the ICC and ECB "to stand in solidarity with Afghan cricket by voicing support for its continued presence on the world stage, as you have done in the past...While the situation for Afghan women and girls under the current regime is dire and demands strong international advocacy, targeting the Afghan Cricket Team is a short-sighted flawed and misguided approach"
What problem is the Education Secretary trying to solve?
17th January 2025
To: Bridget Phillipson, UK Education Secretary
From: Katharine Birbalsingh, Headmistress of Michaela
Subject: The writer outlines her concerns that Phillipson's time in offer will "destroy the huge gains made over the last decade" and offers advice regarding a number of decisions the Education secretary is set to make.
Framing violence as sex based is problematic
25th January 2025
From: Organisations IPPF and Women Deliver on behalf of
'feminist, human rights and social justice organizations committed to gender equality and social justice'
Subject: The writers 'express deep concern regarding the framing of the call for a thematic report by the Special Rapporteur on Violence Against Women and Girls (SRVAW) [Reem Asalem], which adopts a "sex-based" rather than a "gender-based" approach." They argue the "framing undermines decades of progress in advancing human rights and gender equality and risks confining cisgender women to patriarchal, protectionist policies by interpreting violence as rooted in biology. It further marginalizes vulnerable groups, including trans and gender diverse persons, increasing the risk of violence and hatred."
National Inquiry demand in Australia into 'youth gender medicine'
29th January 2025
To: Anthony Albonese, Prime minister of Australia
From: 100 'prominent Australians' including doctors, psychiatrists & detransitioners
Subject: The signatories "call for a national independent public inquiry into youth gender medicine & a halt on all ‘gender-affirmation’ interventions for children & young people until it’s complete."
"Deep frustration" with NHS Fife
5th February 2025
To: Carol Potter, Chief Executive, NHS Fife
From: Boswell Today
Subject: The writer expresses "deep frustration and anger at NHS Fife’s handling of the employment tribunal involving Sandy Peggie" and poses a number of questions regarding funding of the case and provision for Women's single sex spaces
Ensure NHS Women have single sex spaces
18th February 2025
To: Neil Grey MSP, Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care in Scottish Government
From: Sex Matters, Murray Blackburn McKenzie, Fair Play for Women, For Women Scotland
Subject: The writers are disappointed the Scottish Government has distanced itself from Sandie Peggie's employment tribunal and NHS Fife. They call on Mr Grey with several requests including an unequivocal statement supporting women in NHS to have single sex spaces.
Reverse the ban on hormones for children in Queensland
19th February 2025
To: Queensland Government
From: 100 individuals and organisations
Subject: The letter calls on the Queensland Government “to reverse its ban on hormone treatments for trans and gender diverse young people. The letter states the move was “unreasonable, unnecessary and disproportionate”."
An Open Letter to the Undercover Policing Inquiry
10th March 2025
To: Undercover Policing Inquiry
From: Campaign opposing police surveillance, 92 non-state core participants and 20 groups.
Subject: "We write this open letter to express our collective position, outline the grave concerns we have about the Inquiry's process, and demand immediate changes to ensure a fair, transparent, and effective investigation."
A message to you, GPs
17th March 2025
To: GPs
From: Nick Wallis
Subject: The writer outlines serious concerns an anonymised doctor has forwarded about 'gender affirming care' and doctors prescribing hormones. She states that "All the guidelines for GPs ... have been influenced by activists. We need to stop the affirmative approach with immediate effect... so as to first do no harm.
Response to Amy Hamm guilty verdict
31st March 2025
To: BC college of nurses and midwives
From: WDI Canada
Subject: The writers respond to the professional misconduct the organisation brought upon Amy Hamm, finding her guilty. They assert it is 'deeply concerning' they would waste time and resources to 'persecute a woman for her personal beliefs.
Condemn harrassment and violence for asking women's rights be upheld
22nd April 2025
To: Prime Minister Keir Starmer
From: Sex Matters
Subject: Following the protests after the Supreme Court ruling which saw violent placards calling for the death of women, mass public urination and the defacing of statues, the writers call on Starmer to "condemn the harassment, discrimination, violence and intimidation that has continued for a decade who have simply asking for their rights being upheld".
An Open Letter of Solidarity With the Trans Community from UK Writers
21st April 2025
To: 'Trans Community'
From: UK writers including Russell T. Davies
Subject: The writers respond to the UK Supreme Court ruling calling it "a coordinated and privately funded attack on the human rights and dignity of trans and non-binary people in the UK." They "call upon our industry to meet this moment with bravery and solidarity" and stand in solidarity with the trans community.
Urgent Concerns Regarding Strangulation ‘Education’
22nd April 2025
To: Alex Davies-Jones MP, Jess Phillips MP, Nicola Jacobs, Keir Starmer, Eluned Morgan, Johanna Robinson
From: 77 verified signatures
Subject: The writers express "serious concerns" regarding curriculum content currently being delivered in Bridgend County Borough - which involves the idea that strangling a partner during sex can be acceptable if consent is given. They urge Ministers to "address this matter immediately and ensure that all educational materials promote safety, respect, and a clear understanding of the real risks associated with such acts."
Faculty protests MSP's attack on the judiciary
22nd April 2025
To: Karen Adam MSP, Maggie Chapman MSP,
From: Roddy Dunlop KC, Dean of the Faculty of Advocates on behalf of Office Bearers of the Faculty of Advocates
Subject: The writer responds to video footage circulating widely online, where Maggie Chapman MSP is seen to condemn what she claims is the “bigotry, prejudice and hatred that we see coming from the Supreme Court”. The writer requests Ms Chapman to "reflect on her words, and whether they allow her to properly discharge her responsibilities as Deputy Convenor in line with the impartiality requirements of the Guidance on Committees issued by the Scottish Parliament."
‘The aggrieved’ demand Trans rights now!
23rd April 2025
To: Members of Parliament
From: 'The aggrieved'
Subject: The writers respond to what they deem the 'illegitimate' Supreme Court ruling on the definition of 'sex' in the Equality Act. They proclaim 'trans rights' are being removed and outline several demands.
BACP Accused of Bias After Supreme Court Ruling on Sex and Gender
26th April 2025
To: BACP
From: David Britten MBACP
Subject: David Britten criticises the BACP for its statement supporting the trans community after a Supreme Court ruling affirmed sex as biological under the Equality Act. He accuses the organisation of ideological bias, neglecting gender-critical members, and failing to address harassment faced by women advocating for sex-based rights.
"Not In Our Name": 'non trans' Feminist Academics Reject Supreme Court Ruling
1st May
From: 'non trans' Feminist Academics & educators
Subject: A group of "non-trans" feminist academics and educators have issued an open letter opposing the Supreme Court’s ruling that defines sex based on “biology” and “sex at birth.” They "speak out against trandphobia" and reject the EHRC’s interpretation, which they say could lead to "trans people" being excluded from “workplaces, schools, sports and services.” The authors assert, “We do not need protection from trans people,” and call instead for action on issues like “rape, domestic violence and everyday sexism.” They condemn defining women by biology as “neither feminist nor scientific,” and label the ruling “a victory for patriarchy.” Declaring, “This ruling does not speak for us. Not in our name,” they reaffirm "transwomen are women and transmen are men".
Culture Sector Oppose EHRC Interim Guidance on Sex-Based Rights
2nd May 2025
To: John Kirkpatrick, CEO of the EHRC
From: leaders from the UK Culture Sector
Subject: Over 1,600 UK cultural sector professionals signed an open letter to the EHRC expressing strong opposition to its interim update following the Supreme Court’s ruling on the legal definition of “woman.” The letter criticizes the guidance as rushed, harmful, and impractical, warning it may lead to discrimination against 'trans, nonbinary, and intersex people', particularly in public and cultural spaces. Signatories argue that the guidance risks violating privacy and data protection laws, and they urge full consultation before any formal guidance is adopted.
Legal Warning to Arts and Charity Sector Signatories of Open Letters
3rd May 2025
To: Arts and Charity Sector Signatories of Open Letters
From: Audrey Ludwig
Subject: A former equality solicitor cautions arts and charity sector professionals against signing open letters that show one-sided support for protected characteristics (such as gender reassignment) while ignoring others. Referencing key legal cases, the letter warns that such actions can expose both individuals and organisations to serious legal and reputational risks, particularly in cases involving gender-critical or lesbian claimants. The message is clear: don’t sign without fully understanding the legal implications.
Grassroots Club Condemns FA Ban on men playing in women's football
3rd May 2025
To: CEO of The FA, Mark Bullingham
From: Goal Diggers Football Club and friends
Subject: The writers condemn the FA's 2025 decision to ban men from football, calling it a repeat of the FA’s 1921 ban on women's football. The signatories express being “horrified, disappointed and deeply disturbed,” criticising the FA for a “pitiful and weak response” when leadership was needed. After marching 12 miles in protest, they state plainly: “Trans women belong in football.” The letter demands the FA reverse the ban.
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