Press & Media

​About Sparkle
Sparkle is a UK-based charity supporting transgender, non-binary, and gender-diverse people through community, advocacy, and events. Best known for Sparkle Weekend, the UK’s longest-running celebrations of gender diversity, the organisation works year-round to create inclusive spaces, amplify voices, and drive meaningful change. 

Media Enquiries
Email: press@sparkle.org.uk

Please include: deadline, publication, and details of your request

Response time: within 5–7 working days

For emergency press enquiries, please ring 07359750313

(Please note that all calls are recorded)

Latest Press Releases 

• Sparkle Weekend 2026 Updates - 5 May 2026

• Leadership Transition Announcement - 31 March 2026​​​

Key Information

• Founded: 2005

• Based in: UK (Manchester)

• Focus: Trans and gender-diverse communities

• Flagship event: Sparkle Weekend

• Annual reach: Thousands of attendees 

• Model: Community-led (“by and for”) 

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Spokespeople

• Jay Crawford – Ambassador / Former Chair

• Trustee representatives – Available on request

Media Resources

• Logos (PNG / SVG)

• Event photography

• Headshots

• Brand guidelines

​Notes for Editors

Sparkle is a grassroots UK charity supporting trans, non-binary, and gender-diverse people. Through events, advocacy, and community work, Sparkle creates inclusive spaces and celebrates gender diversity across the UK.