Gender Identity Research and Education Society Information

Founded in 1997 GIRES is one of the longest established charities in the UK, its purpose is through quality research and education to improve the lives of all Trans and gender diverse people wherever they are. GIRES is renowned for its historic achievements, is at the forefront of research, providing answers to the questions that haven’t been answered. GIRES provides highly respected training to both public and private sector, this training is constantly updated due to our research focus as an organisation. Standing out for its overarching aim to improve the lives of all Trans and gender diverse people in all settings, achieved through its track record and expertise within research, training, advocacy and policy work, in addition to its support for individuals. GIRES is recognised widely as the organisation that horizon scans for whole life time responses that will achieve true equality for Trans and gender diverse people through research, education and policy. GIRES actively represents the Trans and gender diverse community to government, global health organisations and campaigning bodies.