LGBTQ+ safety campaign 'Ask For Clive' has rapidly gained popularity after its successful pilot in St Albans, which has resulted in 200 pubs, restaurants, gyms and sports clubs across the country backing it.
The campaign encourages entertainment establishments to show solidarity against discrimination, in the fight against homophobia and transphobia.
The initiative has been encouraging people to ‘ask for Clive’ at the bar if they are feeling, or have experienced, threats and/or abuse in the establishment they are in.
Those places taking part in the campaign recieve a rainbow sticker, which reads, "Everyone is welcome here. This venue will not tolerate any form of discrimination. Should you see or encounter any form of abuse, please ask for Clive at the bar and we will resolve the issue".
The campaign’s founder and community activist, Danny Clare said of the campaign, “We have big plans and media support is critical to get the message out there and drive as many venues to sign up.
"We have some very big UK household names keen to join us and also lots of interest from across Europe and the USA. This campaign is about taking a stand to eradicate unacceptable behaviour and build a visible support network for everyone in the wider community".
He concluded, "Mash will be supporting us in rolling out Ask For Clive across the UK. Ultimately, we don’t want anyone to ask for Clive. We want our supporting venues to be inclusive and for everyone to feel safe".
The campaign is similar to the 'Ask For Angela' campaign, which aims to protect woman against sexual assault when going about their daily lives.
This is a GREAT campaign!
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