Newsletters

The Rainbow SIG are launching a new newsletter and want to hear from you! 

Writing for the Rainbow SIG newsletter

We welcome articles on a variety of topics linked to LGBTQ+ health including:

• Innovative service developments
• Education and training initiatives
• Descriptions of attended events, opportunities or experiences
• Reviews of relevant clinical and research topics
• Case reports
• Book and film reviews related to LGBTQ+ mental health
• Original artwork or photography (provided there are no copyright issues)
• Adverts of upcoming LGBTQ+ events, courses or conferences

If you have an idea but are unsure on whether this would be appropriate for the newsletter or wish to discuss a concept that may be of interest please do contact us. 

Research articles with a lot of statistics are not suitable for the newsletter.

Regulations:

• Send your article as a Microsoft Word document
• Word limit of 800-1,500 words
• Ensure all abbreviations are explained
• Please follow the BJPsych referencing format
• Ensure any illustrations are sent with the copyright holder’s permission
• Up to four references may be included. Articles with more than four references may be considered for publication but references will only be provided on request

Please include the following:

• Title of article
• Names and affiliation of all authors (it is possible to publish an article anonymously, please just let us know when sending your submission if this is your preference)
• Contact information of main author

Please send your submissions and queries to sigs@rcpsych.ac.uk.