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Correspondence, 2 Jan 1974 - 29 Jul 2004
Series
Identifier: GD61/4
Scope and Contents
This series contains correspondence sent and received by Lothian Gay and Lesbian Switchboard and its predecessor bodies, as well as correspondence relating to the Scottish Homosexual Rights Group Edinburgh Branch. It includes correspondence from service users and members of LGLS. It also includes correspondence relating to the administration and running of the service, training, statistics, staffing, and campaigning.
Further information is provided at sub-series and file...
Dates:
2 Jan 1974 - 29 Jul 2004
Found in:
Lothian Health Services Archive
Edinburgh Gay Switchboard and Edinburgh Lesbian Line Annual Report, 1987 - 1988
Item
Identifier: GD61/3/2
Scope and Contents
The Annual Report contains a Co-ordinator's report which discusses: statistics showing an overall decrease in calls but an increase in serious counselling and details of which types of calls have increased; a grant from the Social Work Department; increase in new trainees for Lesbian Line; report on annual Training Conference; increase in befriending calls following a broadcast on the Community Service Announcement Scheme via Scottish Television (STV); introduction of the AIDS working group;...
Dates:
1987 - 1988
Found in:
Lothian Health Services Archive
Edinburgh Gay Switchboard and Edinburgh Lesbian Line Annual Report, 1989 - 1990
Item
Identifier: GD61/3/3
Scope and Contents
The Annual Report contains a Co-ordinator's report which discusses the following: an increase in the number and types of call received; the creation of the Stonewall Youth Group; an increase in calls from married people and the inclusion of the Edinburgh Human Sexuality Group at a training session; a report on the Training Conference which concentrated on relationships; the purchase of a new computer; and a welcome for new members.A Training Report is provided which discusses a...
Dates:
1989 - 1990
Found in:
Lothian Health Services Archive
Edinburgh Gay Switchboard and Edinburgh Lesbian Line Annual Report and Accounts, 1993 - 1994
Item
Identifier: GD61/3/5
Scope and Contents
The Annual Report contains a Mission Statement which details the aims and purposes of the Switchboard as stated in the Trust Deed dated 11/12/1985.A Co-ordinator's summary review is provided which discusses the following: an increase in calls and befriending; negative images of gay people in the media resulting in vulnerable people experiencing low self-esteem and other mental health problems which Switchboard are trying to address; overview of call statistics for Edinburgh Gay...
Dates:
1993 - 1994
Found in:
Lothian Health Services Archive
Lothian Gay and Lesbian Switchboard and Lothian Lesbian Line Annual Report and Accounts, 1994 - 1995
Item
Identifier: GD61/3/6
Scope and Contents
The Annual Report contains a Statement of Purpose which details the aims and purposes of the Switchboard as stated in the Trust Deed dated 11/12/1985.A summary review is provided which discusses the following: The 21st anniversary of Switchboard; achievements in 1994-1995 including continued increase in calls and activity; the increased profile of Switchboard and the bus advertising campaign; continued harm caused by societal attitudes towards the gay community; Switchboard’s...
Dates:
1994 - 1995
Found in:
Lothian Health Services Archive
Lothian Gay and Lesbian Switchboard Annual Report and Accounts, 1997 - 1998
Item
Identifier: GD61/3/8
Scope and Contents
The Annual Report and Accounts outlines the aims and purposes of LGLS including the service they provide, their volunteer programme, the organisational structure, and access to the service.A Chairperson’s report is included which discusses the following: building on progress achieved in previous year and an organisational review; the closure of Glasgow’s Lesbian Line; introducing safer sex in to calls and Switchboard’s role in preventing HIV, AIDS, and other STDs; raising...
Dates:
1997 - 1998
Found in:
Lothian Health Services Archive
Minutes of Lesbian Line Meeting, 8 May 1995
Item
Identifier: GD61/1/1/5/3
Scope and Contents
Topics discussed include: a review of recent calls and befriending; an update on the Social Group and memberships; statistics; accounts/budget; Disability Equality Training; information folders; and a disco for Pride Scotland.
Dates:
8 May 1995
Found in:
Lothian Health Services Archive
Minutes of Lesbian Line Meeting, 10 Jul 1995
Item
Identifier: GD61/1/1/5/6
Scope and Contents
Topics discussed include: the role of Lesbian Line within Switchboard; a new category added to statistics for when safer sex advice is not appropriate; discussion of phone calls and befriendings; Social Group meetings; and a membership update.
Dates:
10 Jul 1995
Found in:
Lothian Health Services Archive
Minutes of Lesbian Line Meeting, 6 Nov 1995
Item
Identifier: GD61/1/1/5/11
Scope and Contents
Topics discussed include: phone calls and befriending; feedback on first Social Group; membership update; Stonewall training and low number of women; statistics; and an upcoming meeting with the Co-ordinator of Strathclyde Switchboard to discuss women's issues.
Dates:
6 Nov 1995
Found in:
Lothian Health Services Archive
Minutes of the EGS Annual General Meeting, 17 Apr 1986
Item
Identifier: GD61/1/1/3/17
Scope and Contents
Topics discussed include: obtaining insurance; election of office bearers; report on the official opening of new premises; treasurer's report including finances; Friends of Gay Switchboard (FROGS); rent rebate from Scottish Homosexual Rights Group (SHRG); call statistics; training; and an update on calls and meetings.
Dates:
17 Apr 1986
Found in:
Lothian Health Services Archive