Impact of U.S. foreign aid freeze on LGBTQ+ charity Stonewall
Britain’s top LGBTQ+ charity, Stonewall, is considering cutting half of its staff due to U.S. President Trump freezing foreign aid payments. Stonewall had relied on American taxpayer money through the Global Equality Fund. The charity faced backlash for its radical gender politics and promotion of puberty-blocking drugs for children.
Key Points
- Stonewall heavily relied on U.S. foreign aid through the Global Equality Fund.
- The charity had faced criticism for promoting controversial gender politics and drug use for children.
Pros
- Stonewall received significant funding from the U.S. government to support LGBTQ+ communities worldwide.
Cons
- Stonewall may have to lay off up to half of its staff due to the funding cut.
- The charity faced backlash for radical gender politics and promotion of puberty-blocking drugs for children.