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Binni Brynolf (they/them)

@brynolf.bsky.social

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Proudly trans & queer, library worker, trade unionist, chronically ill, killjoy feminist, grumpy vegan, Trekkie 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈🇸🇪🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🖖 (also tech.lgbt/@brynolf sometimes)

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Binni Brynolf (they/them) @brynolf.bsky.social · 29d

Welcome to my account, which is just Star Trek, cats, general nonsense, and trans & queer stuff.

Binni Brynolf (they/them) @brynolf.bsky.social · 18h

It’s ludicrous to require qualifications that people who happened to be born here don’t need to achieve. Down with nation states!

Binni Brynolf (they/them) @brynolf.bsky.social · 18h

Obviously I’m delighted that @levarburton.bsky.social is now a CILIP Honorary Fellow (have I ever mentioned that I love reading, libraries and Star Trek?) but would like to congratulate all the 2025 Honorary Fellows

CILIP @cilip.bsky.social · 19h

🎉Congratulations to LeVar Burton, Jo Cornish, Kevin Mehmet and Julie Bell our 2025 Honorary Fellowship recipients.

Four inspiring individuals who exemplify excellence across the library and information profession.
@levarburton @JoCornish4 @buliejell #CILIPAGM

Banner with images of the 4 recipients of the CILIP 2025 Honorary Fellowships

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TransActual @transactualuk.bsky.social · 1d

🚨This is an emergency🚨

This Government is currently sitting on an EHRC Code of Practice that will lead to the segregation and exclusion of trans people in public life.

Use our tool to email your MP: tinyurl.com/scrap-the-bathroom-ban

@transsolidarity.bsky.social
#ScrapTheBathroomBan

Image of a flashing red siren. Text reads: Scrap the Bathroom Ban This is an emergency. Tell your MP to say no to segregation. Write to your MP: tinyurl.com/scrap-the-bathroom-ban

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Binni Brynolf (they/them) @brynolf.bsky.social · 1d

My brain mostly behaved, still chronic daily migraines of course but I was very well distracted and temporarily removed from all the news and terrible things

Binni Brynolf (they/them) @brynolf.bsky.social · 1d

Had a blast at the @starfuryevents.bsky.social Warp One Star Trek fan convention this weekend. Lots of love & community, a place where we’re all in welcomed & appreciated. This is why Star Trek is my best escapism, it offers hope of a better world. Heading home with severe post-con comedown…

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Binni Brynolf (they/them) @brynolf.bsky.social · 1d

I just removed a terfy sticker from a lift at Euston station, very satisfying. #transrights #noterfs

Binni Brynolf (they/them) @brynolf.bsky.social · 1d

I spilt coffee on the carpet today too but the Premmy is smart and has stain-coloured carpets…

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CILIP @cilip.bsky.social · 2d

⏰It's TOMORROW!

Still time to sign up for the #CILIP AGM. Join us to celebrate our profession, hear about our key strategic priorities for the coming year and vote on key resolutions for members.

Tues 14 Oct | 2.00pm - 3.30pm | Online via Zoom
www.cilip.org.uk/event/CILIPA...

CILIP AGM 14 Oct | 2.00pm - 3.30pm | Online via Zoom

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Binni Brynolf (they/them) @brynolf.bsky.social · 5d

Prospect union members got an email today about a data breach that happened in June. Way too late and seemingly not enough information shared with members.
Not particularly impressed with our union lately and this doesn’t help…

Claire Mullaly @clairemullaly.bsky.social · 5d

This impacts around 150k people. Importantly - confidential equality data including protected characteristics, including trans people's identities, were breached in June. Members of this union and Prospect Union were told today, almost 4 months later. The Information Commissioner's Office ..

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Bectu Members’ Personal Data & Bank Details Breached In “IT Security Incident”

The personal information of potentially thousands of Bectu members has been breached in an "IT security incident" at its parent trade union Prospect.

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QueerAF @wearequeeraf.com · 7d

Most Trans+ people in the UK will wait more than a third of their adult life to get their first appointment at an NHS gender clinic, and some will never receive care, QueerAF can reveal 👇

www.wearequeeraf.com/gender-clini...

Some people in Scotland will never get gender clinic appointment on 224-year waitlist

Revealed waiting times of all GICs in UK: Most Trans+ people in the UK will wait more than a third of their adult life to get an appointment, and some will never receive care

www.wearequeeraf.com

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Philippa East (Author) @philippaeast.bsky.social · 8d

Sadly, Hampstead Heath Bathing Ponds is turning into a horrible battle against GCs to preserve trans inclusion 🏊‍♀️🏳️‍⚧️🏊‍♂️
@translucent.org.uk are stepping up (with @goodlawproject.bsky.social) for the legal fight
Please support if you possibly can via this fundraiser: translucent.org.uk/keep-hampste...
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Keep Hampstead Heath's Ladies' Pond Inclusive: Fund Trans Rights and Defend Our Community! - TransLucent

Keep Hampstead Heath's Ladies' Pond Inclusive: Fund Trans Rights campaign defends inclusivity.

translucent.org.uk

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Binni Brynolf (they/them) @brynolf.bsky.social · 10d

The joys of tower block seaside living during a storm - it’s stunningly noisy, the sea is incredibly dramatic, and there’s been damage to some windows. Everyone is safe however.

Don’t open your windows during a storm if you live in a tower block near the sea…

Binni Brynolf (they/them) @brynolf.bsky.social · 12d

The tambourine has its place, for example when played by an expert percussionist like Jack Ashford on hundreds of Motown records. But its place should be limited.

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Binni Brynolf (they/them) @brynolf.bsky.social · 13d

You’d think that at my age, I would know better but it’s quarter past one and I’m considering a “quick nap” with a pillow and blanket. And pyjamas. I’ll see you all at tea time.

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guy who is definitely not about to fall into a surprise midday nap with an aftermath worse than a hangover: it seems like a really good idea to lay in bed and get cozy under the blanket as part of my plan not to fall asleep. I do not know why.

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Sian Berry MP @sianberry.bsky.social · 17d

I have come to the conclusion the EHRC guidance on single sex spaces should not even come to Parliament. It is misleading and has caused distress for my trans constituents.

I urge @bphillipsonMP to reject it on grounds of practicality and human rights.

sianberry.org.uk/publications/l…

An image of Sian's letter to the Minister for Women and Equalities.

You can read the full text of her letter at:

https://www.sianberry.org.uk/publications/letter-regarding-statutory-guidance-from-the-equality-human-rights-commission/

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Binni Brynolf (they/them) @brynolf.bsky.social · 17d

I’d love to see more live games. There’s a local inclusive rugby club, the Liverpool Tritons. I should become a super fan.

Binni Brynolf (they/them) @brynolf.bsky.social · 17d

I can imagine! The first time I went to a game was in Cardiff and I was nervous thinking it might be lads lads lads and it was just fine? And friendly? And all the fans mixed? My friend explained “it’s not football”

Binni Brynolf (they/them) @brynolf.bsky.social · 17d

Some good friends of mine always watch and got me into it, and I enjoy it now although I still can’t always follow the rules

Binni Brynolf (they/them) @brynolf.bsky.social · 17d

Chunky thighs have no gender

Binni Brynolf (they/them) @brynolf.bsky.social · 17d

It’s not just the thighs but that helps (so superficial). I could never imagine playing myself, I’d be broken in half instantly, but I like to watch these days

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Binni Brynolf (they/them) @brynolf.bsky.social · 17d

I never used to like rugby because of bad experiences with drunken, misogynistic, homophobic, generally awful student rugby players at uni. Here I am watching the women’s World Cup final and getting really invested.

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Binni Brynolf (they/them) @brynolf.bsky.social · 17d

If you’ve ever thought “the network should do this” or “I wish we could do more”, this is one way to get involved. Also good for gaining skills and experience while doing good work. Plus the world seems less terrible when we’re together and doing what we can to make it better!

Binni Brynolf (they/them) @brynolf.bsky.social · 17d

Are you a library, knowledge and/or information worker who is LGBTQ+ and wants to get involved in the CILIP LGBTQ+ network? The committee is looking for a new chair, and I can highly recommend joining! Everyone on the committee is enthusiastic and engaged, the chair will have all the support

CILIP @cilip.bsky.social · 25d

Our CILIP LGBTQ+ Network seeks a new Chair. You'll act as a leading officer & inform the decisions made to raise awareness & advise Library, Knowledge & Information workers in UK on LGBTQ+ subjects. Role open to those who identify as LGBTQ+ or Queer. informationprofessionaljobs.com/jobs/chair-u...

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Binni Brynolf (they/them) @brynolf.bsky.social · 17d

Me too! It’s exciting (and I don’t mind who wins)

Binni Brynolf (they/them) @brynolf.bsky.social · 17d

@petparent42.bsky.social are you watching the rugby this afternoon/morning?!