Colt knows inclusion must be backed by meaningful action

Inclusive employer Colt Technology Services understands that Pride is a commitment and responsibility, not just a moment.

For LGBT History Month, Colt highlighted why inclusion must be backed by meaningful action.

Through its Pride Matters team, Colt is proud to partner with Stonewall Housing, supporting LGBTQ+ people across the UK with specialist housing advice when they need it most.

Supporting a leading LGBTQ+ charity

Claire Linacre-Hilton, Director of Development at Stonewall Housing, shares how this partnership with Colt helps the LGBT+ community and the charity itself.

“For many LGBTQ+ people experiencing homelessness, making that first call for help can feel overwhelming. Having a free 0800 number matters, it removes a barrier and creates a lifeline. We are incredibly grateful to Colt for their multi-year sponsorship of our 0800 advice line. Their support ensures LGBTQ+ people across the UK can reach specialist housing advice without worrying about cost," explains Claire.

"Stonewall Housing is the UK’s leading LGBTQ+ housing and homelessness charity. For over four decades we’ve provided housing advice, advocacy, supported accommodation, mental health support and sector-leading training. Every year, we hear from people rejected by family, forced from unsafe housing, or navigating systems that don’t understand their needs. Our advice line is often their first safe space—where someone listens, explains their options, and helps them begin their journey to stability," continues Claire.

"Beyond financial sponsorship, Colt champions our work and helps raise awareness. Partnerships like this show how businesses can strengthen community support. We’re proud to work with Colt and deeply appreciate their commitment to ensuring LGBTQ+ people can reach the support they need, when they need it most," adds Claire.

Stonewall Housing is the leading national charity supporting LGBTQ+ people of all ages who live in the UK and are experiencing homelessness or living in an unsafe environment. Founded in 1983, Stonewall Housing provides specialist housing advice, advocacy and support for LGBTQ+ people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Stonewall Housing has specialisms in Mental Health, Domestic Abuse, Substance Misuse and Supported Accommodation.

Stonewall Housing supports thousands of lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and queer (LGBTQ+) people in the UK every year. All of Stonewall Housing's services are free and confidential.