Supporting LGBTQ+ Asylum Seekers
and Refugees Across the UK

Article IName and Registered Address

1.1 The organisation shall be known as Worcester LGBT (Asylum, Support, Network)®, hereinafter referred to as “Worcester LGBT” or “the Organisation”.

1.2 The Organisation holds United Kingdom Intellectual Property Office registered trade mark number UK00004270362.

1.3 The registered address of the Organisation is held on record and available to authorised parties on request.

Article IIPurpose and Objectives

2.1 The purpose of Worcester LGBT is to provide community support, guidance, and advocacy to LGBT asylum seekers and refugees in the United Kingdom.

2.2 The Organisation shall: (a) provide welfare and emotional support to LGBT asylum seekers; (b) assist members in navigating the UK asylum system; (c) promote the rights and dignity of LGBT individuals; (d) engage with legal representatives, Home Office officials, and tribunal bodies on behalf of members where appropriate; (e) produce evidence in support of asylum claims using the DSSH methodology.

2.3 The Organisation shall operate on a not-for-profit basis. Any surplus income shall be reinvested in the Organisation’s charitable and community activities.

Article IIIStructure and Governance

3.1 The Organisation shall be governed by a leadership structure comprising the following named roles:

3.2 Founder and Chairman. The Chairman holds overall responsibility for governance, strategy, and the lawful operation of the Organisation.

3.3 The governance structure may be amended by a resolution passed at a General Meeting in accordance with Article VIII.

3.4 The Chairman may appoint volunteers, coordinators, or advisers to assist with the delivery of the Organisation’s activities. All appointments shall be documented and held on record.

Article IVMembership

4.1 Membership of Worcester LGBT is open to any individual who identifies as LGBT and who is seeking asylum in, or has refugee status within, the United Kingdom.

4.2 Applications for membership shall be submitted on the prescribed form and shall be subject to verification in accordance with the Organisation’s procedures.

4.3 The Organisation shall maintain a membership register. All membership data shall be processed in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

4.4 Membership may be suspended or terminated by the Chairman where a member has acted in breach of this Constitution, the Code of Conduct, or the Safeguarding Policy.

4.5 Each member shall be assigned a unique reference in the format WLGBT[DDMMYY][II][XXX], where DDMMYY is the date of joining, II are the member’s initials, and XXX is a three-character random identifier.

Article VMeetings

5.1 The Organisation shall hold meetings as required for the effective governance of its activities.

5.2 The Chairman shall give reasonable notice of any meeting to all relevant participants.

5.3 Decisions at meetings shall be by consensus where possible. Where a vote is required, the Chairman shall hold a casting vote in the event of a tie.

5.4 Minutes of all formal meetings shall be recorded, approved, and retained as part of the Organisation’s records.

Article VIFinance and Voluntary Donations

6.1 The Organisation’s funds shall be managed by the Chairman or such person as the Chairman may designate in writing.

6.2 All income and expenditure shall be recorded and accounts shall be maintained in accordance with good accounting practice.

6.3 The Organisation may accept voluntary donations from individuals and organisations in support of its activities. All donations shall be acknowledged and recorded.

6.4 No individual shall derive personal profit from the Organisation’s funds. Reasonable out-of-pocket expenses may be reimbursed upon production of receipts.

Article VIICommunity Support and the DSSH Model

7.1 The Organisation shall provide community support to LGBTQI+ asylum seekers and refugees. This support includes community engagement, welfare assistance, and the production of letters of support based on the member’s own account and the Organisation’s internal records.

7.2 The Organisation uses the Difference, Stigma, Shame, and Harm (DSSH) model as a structured framework to help understand a member’s personal situation and lived experience. The DSSH model is used solely as an organisational tool to structure engagement with the member and to assist in producing an accurate and faithful account of what the member has shared.

7.3 The Organisation does not assess, determine, or make findings on asylum claims. The assessment of asylum claims is exclusively a matter for the Secretary of State for the Home Department and, on appeal, for the Immigration and Asylum Chamber of the First-tier Tribunal and the Upper Tribunal. The Organisation’s role is entirely distinct from that function.

7.4 When a member requests a letter of support, the Organisation shall send them a structured DSSH questionnaire for completion. The questionnaire is completed by the member in their own words and returned to the Organisation.

7.5 Upon receipt of the completed questionnaire, the Organisation shall review its internal records, including attendance records and any notes made in the ordinary course of community engagement with the member, to ensure that the letter accurately reflects the member’s genuine participation with the Organisation.

7.6 Once the Chairman is satisfied that the questionnaire is consistent with the Organisation’s internal records and that the member has demonstrated genuine engagement, the letter of support shall be drafted. The letter shall reflect only what the member has stated and what the Organisation’s own records confirm. The Organisation does not independently verify or assess the truthfulness of asylum claims.

7.7 All letters of support shall clearly state that the contents are drawn from the member’s own account and from the Organisation’s community records. The letter shall not present any statement as a legal finding or as a determination of the merits of the asylum claim.

7.8 All letters of support shall be signed by the Chairman and shall bear the Organisation’s letterhead and registered trade mark.

7.9 The Organisation shall maintain a complete and indexed record of all letters of support issued.

7.10 The Organisation shall cooperate with legal representatives acting for members and shall provide supplementary information on request where that information is within the Organisation’s own records and knowledge.

7.11 No officer or volunteer of the Organisation shall provide immigration advice or legal advice. Members requiring legal assistance shall be referred to qualified, regulated legal professionals.

7.12 All community support activities shall be conducted with due regard for the dignity, privacy, and wellbeing of each member.

7.13 The Organisation shall keep its community support procedures under regular review and shall update them as necessary to reflect changes in good practice and organisational learning.

7.14 The Organisation shall provide all community support and letters of support free of charge. Voluntary donations are entirely separate from the receipt of any support service and shall never be a condition of, or influence the outcome of, any letter or support activity.

Article VIIIAmendments

8.1 This Constitution may be amended by resolution of the Chairman following consultation with members, provided that not less than 14 days’ notice of the proposed amendment has been given.

8.2 All amendments shall be recorded in the Document Control Register at Appendix A and shall take effect from the date specified in the resolution.

8.3 No amendment shall be made that is inconsistent with the charitable and community purposes of the Organisation.

Article IXDissolution

9.1 The Organisation may be dissolved by a resolution of the Chairman where it is determined that the Organisation’s purposes have been achieved or can no longer be pursued.

9.2 Upon dissolution, any remaining assets of the Organisation shall be transferred to another organisation with similar purposes, as determined by the Chairman.

9.3 No assets shall be distributed to members upon dissolution.

Article XCompliance

10.1 The Organisation shall comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to: the Equality Act 2010; the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999; the Modern Slavery Act 2015; the Data Protection Act 2018; and UK GDPR.

10.2 The Organisation shall not engage in any unlawful activity or activity that is contrary to its stated purposes.

10.3 The Organisation shall maintain up-to-date registration with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) in accordance with data protection legislation. The Organisation’s ICO reference number is ZB990983.

Article XISafeguarding

11.1 The Organisation is committed to the safeguarding of all members, volunteers, and individuals with whom it works.

11.2 A safeguarding policy shall be maintained and reviewed annually.

11.3 Any safeguarding concern shall be reported immediately to the Chairman and, where appropriate, to the relevant statutory authorities.

11.4 All volunteers and staff shall be made aware of the Organisation’s safeguarding procedures before commencing any work with members.

Article XIICode of Conduct

12.1 All members, volunteers, and staff of the Organisation shall conduct themselves with integrity, respect, and professionalism.

12.2 Behaviour that is discriminatory, abusive, or that brings the Organisation into disrepute shall constitute grounds for suspension or termination of membership or engagement.

12.3 The Code of Conduct shall be provided to all new members and volunteers upon joining the Organisation.

Article XIIIEthics

13.1 The Organisation shall operate according to the highest ethical standards in all of its activities.

13.2 No document, statement, or evidence produced by the Organisation shall be misleading, exaggerated, or fabricated. All evidence shall be accurate and verifiable.

13.3 Conflicts of interest shall be declared and managed in accordance with Article XVII.

Article XIVData Protection

14.1 The Organisation is a data controller for the purposes of the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR.

14.2 Personal data shall be collected and processed only to the extent necessary for the Organisation’s stated purposes.

14.3 Members shall be informed of how their personal data is used and shall be able to exercise their rights under UK GDPR, including the right of access, rectification, and erasure.

14.4 Personal data shall not be shared with third parties without the member’s consent, save where disclosure is required by law.

14.5 The Organisation shall maintain and implement a data protection policy and a privacy notice, both of which shall be reviewed annually.

Article XVDonations

15.1 The Organisation may solicit and accept donations in furtherance of its charitable and community purposes.

15.2 Donations shall be used solely for the purposes of the Organisation. No donation shall be applied for the personal benefit of any officer or volunteer.

15.3 The Organisation shall maintain a donations register recording all donations received, including the identity of the donor where known.

15.4 Where a donor attaches conditions to a donation, those conditions shall be respected and documented.

Article XVIEvidence Integrity

16.1 The integrity of all documents produced by the Organisation is paramount. All letters of support shall be based exclusively on what the member has stated in their own words and on what the Organisation’s own records confirm through genuine community engagement.

16.2 No letter of support shall be issued for any individual who is not a current member of the Organisation.

16.3 Before any letter of support is produced, the Organisation shall: (a) confirm that the individual is a current member and appears in the Organisation’s membership records; (b) review its attendance records and engagement notes for that member; (c) ensure that the completed DSSH questionnaire has been received from the member.

16.4 The Organisation does not verify or assess the merits of an asylum claim, nor does it make findings on any legal or factual issue relevant to the claim. Those functions belong exclusively to the Secretary of State for the Home Department and the Tribunal.

16.5 The Organisation presents only what has been told to it by the member and what its own internal records confirm. No letter shall contain statements presented as independently verified facts unless they are drawn from the Organisation’s own records.

16.6 All records relating to letters of support, questionnaires, attendance, and engagement shall be retained securely and shall be available for inspection by the member concerned.

16.7 Any attempt to obtain a false or misleading letter of support shall result in immediate termination of membership and may be reported to the relevant authorities.

Article XVIIConflict of Interest

17.1 Any officer, volunteer, or member of the Organisation who has a personal interest in a matter under consideration shall declare that interest and shall withdraw from any decision-making relating to that matter.

17.2 A register of declared interests shall be maintained by the Chairman.

17.3 No officer or volunteer shall derive personal financial benefit from any transaction entered into by the Organisation, save for reimbursement of reasonable expenses.

Article XVIIIDigital Conduct

18.1 All digital communications made by or on behalf of the Organisation shall be professional, accurate, and consistent with its values and purposes.

18.2 No person shall use the Organisation’s name, logo, or contact details in any digital communication without the authorisation of the Chairman.

18.3 Social media activity on behalf of the Organisation shall be subject to the Code of Conduct and shall not include any material that is defamatory, discriminatory, or misleading.

18.4 Data shared digitally, including via email, shall be subject to the data protection obligations set out in Article XIV.

1. Purpose and Scope

Worcester LGBT (Asylum, Support, Network)® (WLGBT) is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all members, volunteers, and individuals with whom the Organisation works. This policy applies to all officers, volunteers, and members of WLGBT in all settings, including in-person events, online meetings, and digital communications.

WLGBT recognises that LGBTQI+ asylum seekers and refugees are a particularly vulnerable group who may have experienced trauma, persecution, violence, or discrimination. All safeguarding activity shall be conducted with a trauma-informed approach and with respect for the dignity and confidentiality of each individual.

2. Designated Safeguarding Lead

The Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for WLGBT is the Founder and Chairman.

Contact: enquiries@worcesterlgbt.co.uk | Telephone: 020 8058 5460

All safeguarding concerns must be reported to the DSL without delay. In the DSL’s absence, the Secretary shall act as the interim safeguarding contact.

3. What Is a Safeguarding Concern

A safeguarding concern is any situation in which a member, volunteer, or other individual connected with WLGBT may be at risk of harm. This includes but is not limited to:

a) Physical, emotional, sexual, or financial abuse or exploitation
b) Domestic abuse or coercive control
c) Trafficking or modern slavery
d) Self-harm, suicidal ideation, or significant mental health crisis
e) Abuse or exploitation by a person in a position of trust
f) Any behaviour by a WLGBT officer or volunteer that places a member at risk

4. Raising a Safeguarding Concern

Any member, volunteer, or officer who has a safeguarding concern must report it to the DSL as soon as practicable. Reports may be made by:

a) Speaking directly to the DSL in person or by telephone
b) Sending an email marked confidential to enquiries@worcesterlgbt.co.uk

Concerns should not be discussed with others within the Organisation or outside it except as required by this policy. Confidentiality is paramount.

If a person believes there is an immediate risk of harm, they should contact emergency services (999) in the first instance before notifying the DSL.

5. Recording Concerns

The DSL shall record all safeguarding concerns in writing as soon as possible after receipt. Records shall include:

a) The date and time the concern was raised
b) The name of the person raising the concern
c) A factual description of the concern, in the words used by the person raising it
d) Any action taken in response

All safeguarding records shall be stored securely, separately from general membership records, and shall be accessible only to the DSL and, where necessary, statutory authorities.

6. Escalation to Statutory Authorities

Where a safeguarding concern raises a risk of serious harm, the DSL shall refer the matter to the relevant statutory authority without delay. This may include:

a) The local authority adult safeguarding team
b) The police, where a criminal offence may have been committed
c) NHS services, where there is a risk to physical or mental health

WLGBT will cooperate fully with any statutory authority investigation. Where possible, the individual concerned will be informed of any referral unless doing so would place them or others at further risk.

7. Safeguarding in Digital and Online Settings

Safeguarding obligations extend to all digital communications, including WhatsApp groups, email, video calls, and social media. Officers and volunteers must not:

a) Share images or personal information of members without explicit consent
b) Engage in private one-to-one digital communications with members outside the Organisation’s usual channels without informing the DSL
c) Request personal information from members that is not required for WLGBT’s legitimate organisational purposes

8. Allegations Against Officers or Volunteers

Any allegation that an officer or volunteer of WLGBT has caused harm to a member or other individual must be reported to the DSL immediately. Where the allegation concerns the DSL, it should be reported directly to the Secretary.

The officer or volunteer concerned may be suspended from their role pending investigation. Any suspension is a neutral act and does not imply a finding of wrongdoing.

9. Training and Awareness

All volunteers and officers shall be made aware of this policy before commencing any work with members. The DSL shall ensure that this policy is reviewed and updated annually and that any changes are communicated to all officers and volunteers.

10. Review

This policy shall be reviewed annually by the DSL and updated as necessary to reflect changes in legislation, statutory guidance, and organisational practice.

This policy was adopted by resolution of the Founder and Chairman of Worcester LGBT (Asylum, Support, Network)® on 1 April 2026. It is a living document and will be reviewed annually.

1. Data Controller

The data controller for Worcester LGBT (Asylum, Support, Network)® (WLGBT) is:

Worcester LGBT (Asylum, Support, Network)®
Email: enquiries@worcesterlgbt.co.uk
ICO Registration Reference: ZB990983

WLGBT is registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) and processes personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

2. What Personal Data We Collect

WLGBT collects and holds the following categories of personal data about its members and volunteers:

a) Name, contact details (telephone, email, address), and date of birth
b) Home Office reference number and nationality
c) Sexual orientation and gender identity (special category data)
d) Personal circumstances, asylum history, and lived experience as shared in questionnaire responses and interviews
e) Attendance records and notes from community events and meetings
f) Correspondence and communications with or about the member

WLGBT collects only the personal data that is necessary for its stated community support purposes. We do not collect data we do not need.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

WLGBT processes personal data on the following legal bases under UK GDPR:

a) Consent: Members provide explicit consent for WLGBT to process their personal data, including special category data relating to sexual orientation and gender identity, for community support and community engagement verification purposes.

b) Legitimate interests: WLGBT processes certain data to maintain organisational records and to operate as a community support network, where those interests are not overridden by the rights of the individual.

c) Legal obligation: WLGBT may process data where required to do so by law, including safeguarding obligations.

4. How We Use Your Personal Data

WLGBT uses personal data solely for the following purposes:

a) Maintaining membership records and managing community engagement
b) Producing letters of support and community engagement verification documents at the member’s request
c) Recording attendance at WLGBT events and activities
d) Communicating with members about WLGBT activities and events
e) Meeting safeguarding and data protection obligations

WLGBT does not use personal data for commercial purposes, profiling, or automated decision-making.

5. Special Category Data

Information about sexual orientation and gender identity is special category data under UK GDPR and is afforded the highest level of protection. WLGBT processes this data only with the explicit consent of the member and only for the purposes of providing community support and producing letters of support.

This data is never shared without consent.

6. Sharing of Personal Data

WLGBT does not sell, rent, or share personal data with third parties for commercial purposes. Personal data may be shared in the following limited circumstances only:

a) With the member’s legal representative, at the member’s request and with their explicit consent
b) With the Home Office or a tribunal, where the member requests that WLGBT submit a letter of support on their behalf
c) With statutory authorities, where required by law or by safeguarding obligations

In all cases, only the minimum necessary data will be shared.

7. Retention of Personal Data

WLGBT retains personal data for as long as is necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, and in any event for no longer than seven years from the date of the member’s last active engagement with the Organisation. After that period, data will be securely deleted or destroyed.

Safeguarding records may be retained for longer where required by statutory guidance or legal obligation.

8. Security

WLGBT takes appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against accidental loss, destruction, damage, alteration, or unauthorised disclosure or access. Access to personal data is restricted to the Chairman and, where necessary, the Secretary on a need-to-know basis.

9. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, members and volunteers have the following rights in relation to their personal data:

a) The right to be informed about how their data is used (this notice)
b) The right of access to their personal data
c) The right to rectification of inaccurate data
d) The right to erasure (‘the right to be forgotten’) in certain circumstances
e) The right to restrict processing
f) The right to data portability
g) The right to withdraw consent at any time, without affecting the lawfulness of processing carried out before withdrawal

To exercise any of these rights, please contact WLGBT at enquiries@worcesterlgbt.co.uk. WLGBT will respond within one calendar month.

10. Complaints

If you are unhappy with how WLGBT has handled your personal data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office at www.ico.org.uk or by telephone on 0303 123 1113.

11. Review

This policy and privacy notice shall be reviewed annually by the Chairman and updated as necessary to reflect changes in data protection law, ICO guidance, and organisational practice.

This policy was adopted by resolution of the Founder and Chairman of Worcester LGBT (Asylum, Support, Network)® on 1 April 2026. It is a living document and will be reviewed annually.

1. Our Values

Worcester LGBT (Asylum, Support, Network)® (WLGBT) is built on the values of dignity, respect, inclusion, integrity, and confidentiality. Every person who is a member of or volunteers with WLGBT agrees to uphold these values in all their interactions within and on behalf of the Organisation.

2. Respect and Inclusion

2.1 All members and volunteers shall treat every person within WLGBT with dignity and respect, regardless of nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or immigration status.

2.2 Harassment, bullying, intimidation, verbal abuse, threats, hate speech, or any behaviour that creates an unsafe or unwelcoming environment will not be tolerated.

2.3 Discriminatory language, jokes, or attitudes directed at any individual or group have no place in WLGBT.

3. Confidentiality

3.1 All personal information shared by members within WLGBT, including details about identity, asylum status, family circumstances, or personal history, is strictly confidential.

3.2 No member or volunteer shall share, disclose, or discuss another member’s personal information with anyone outside WLGBT without the explicit consent of that member.

3.3 This obligation of confidentiality continues after a person’s membership or volunteering ends.

4. No Legal Advice

4.1 WLGBT is a community support organisation and does not provide regulated immigration advice or legal services.

4.2 No member or volunteer shall give immigration advice, legal advice, or any opinion on the merits of another member’s asylum claim, in any setting.

4.3 Members requiring legal advice must be directed to a qualified, regulated legal professional. WLGBT may assist with signposting but shall not recommend specific firms or individuals in a manner that could create a dependency or conflict of interest.

5. Evidence Integrity

5.1 WLGBT’s credibility and the welfare of its members depend on the integrity of all documents and statements produced by the Organisation.

5.2 No member or volunteer shall fabricate, exaggerate, or misrepresent any information provided to WLGBT or included in any WLGBT document.

5.3 Any member who knowingly provides false information to obtain a letter of support may have their membership terminated and may be reported to the relevant authorities.

5.4 Volunteers must not produce, encourage, or assist in the production of any misleading or inaccurate WLGBT document.

6. Online and Digital Conduct

6.1 All members and volunteers must conduct themselves with the same standards of respect and confidentiality in online spaces (including WhatsApp groups, social media, and email) as in person.

6.2 Photographs, screenshots, or personal information of other members must not be shared in any online space without the explicit consent of the person concerned.

6.3 Content that is abusive, discriminatory, or that brings WLGBT into disrepute must not be posted in any WLGBT-affiliated online space.

7. Attendance and Engagement

7.1 Members are expected to engage genuinely and consistently with WLGBT activities and events. Genuine attendance and engagement are the foundation of the support WLGBT provides.

7.2 Members must not ask others to falsely record their attendance or participation.

8. Reporting a Breach

Any member or volunteer who believes this Code of Conduct has been breached should report it to the Founder and Chairman at enquiries@worcesterlgbt.co.uk. All reports will be treated confidentially and investigated promptly.

9. Consequences of a Breach

A breach of this Code of Conduct may result in:

a) A formal warning
b) Suspension from WLGBT activities or events
c) Termination of membership or volunteering
d) Referral to the relevant statutory authorities, where the breach involves a criminal matter or safeguarding concern

All decisions on consequences shall be made by the Founder and Chairman.

This Code of Conduct was adopted by resolution of the Founder and Chairman of Worcester LGBT (Asylum, Support, Network)® on 1 April 2026 and applies to all members and volunteers from the date of their joining or engagement.

1. WLGBT’s Commitments to You

1.1 WLGBT will provide you with an induction and explain the Organisation’s policies, procedures, and safeguarding obligations before you begin volunteering.

1.2 WLGBT will treat you with respect, dignity, and fairness at all times.

1.3 WLGBT will reimburse reasonable, pre-agreed out-of-pocket expenses on production of receipts.

1.4 WLGBT will support you if you experience a safeguarding concern or other difficulty during your volunteering.

2. Your Commitments to WLGBT

2.1 You will carry out your volunteer role with integrity, respect, and care, in accordance with WLGBT’s Constitution, Code of Conduct, Safeguarding Policy, and Data Protection Policy.

2.2 You will treat all members and other volunteers with dignity and respect at all times.

2.3 You will maintain strict confidentiality in relation to all personal information about members that you encounter in the course of your volunteering. This obligation continues after your volunteering ends.

3. No Immigration or Legal Advice

3.1 You understand and agree that WLGBT is not an immigration advice provider and does not provide regulated legal services.

3.2 You must not give immigration advice, legal advice, or any opinion on the merits of a member’s asylum claim, in any setting, at any time.

3.3 If a member asks for legal or immigration advice, you must direct them to a qualified, regulated legal professional and inform the Chairman.

4. Evidence Integrity

4.1 You understand that the integrity of WLGBT’s documents is paramount, both for the credibility of the Organisation and for the welfare of its members.

4.2 You must not produce, encourage, assist with, or be party to the creation of any WLGBT document that is false, misleading, or exaggerated.

4.3 All information included in any WLGBT letter or record must be based only on what the member has stated and on what WLGBT’s own records confirm. The Organisation does not assess or verify the merits of asylum claims. That is a matter exclusively for the Secretary of State and the Tribunal.

5. Safeguarding

5.1 You will report any safeguarding concern to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (the Chairman) without delay.

5.2 You will not place yourself or members in a situation that could give rise to a safeguarding concern.

5.3 You will complete any safeguarding training or awareness activity that WLGBT reasonably requests.

6. Data Protection

6.1 You will handle all personal data in accordance with WLGBT’s Data Protection Policy and UK GDPR.

6.2 You will not access, use, share, or retain personal data about members or other volunteers beyond what is strictly necessary for your volunteering role.

7. Conflict of Interest

7.1 You will disclose to the Chairman any personal, financial, or professional interest that might affect your impartiality in carrying out your volunteer role.

7.2 You will not accept gifts, payments, or other benefits from members in connection with your volunteering.

8. Ending the Volunteer Relationship

8.1 Either party may end this arrangement at any time without notice.

8.2 WLGBT may end your volunteering immediately if you breach the Code of Conduct, this agreement, or any WLGBT policy, or if a safeguarding concern arises.

8.3 Your obligations of confidentiality and evidence integrity continue after your volunteering ends.

By agreeing to volunteer with Worcester LGBT, the volunteer confirms that they have read, understood, and agree to the terms of this Volunteer Agreement and WLGBT’s associated policies.

This Volunteer Agreement was adopted by resolution of the Founder and Chairman of Worcester LGBT (Asylum, Support, Network)® on 1 April 2026.