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Published: August 13, 2024 by mbelfield
It is with deep sadness and heartfelt respect that we share the news of the passing of Claire Mooney, a cherished activist and beloved member of Manchester’s LGBTQ+ community.
We were incredibly honoured to have had Claire as a part of the LGBT Foundation family. As a volunteer with our Macmillan and Pride in Ageing programmes, Claire played a pivotal role in launching the Pride in Ageing programme in 2019. Her talent and passion also shone brightly at numerous LGBT Foundation events, where she graced us with her performances—whether it was during our “We Can Make You Look Beautiful”: Non-femme Presentation, ‘Pampering’ and Cancer Cabaret at Superbia in 2019, or at the first-ever Sapphic Showcase for our Women’s Programme. Claire’s unwavering support extended to her ALL OUT radio show on All.FM, where she consistently uplifted our work.
Beyond her contributions to the LGBT Foundation, Claire was a trailblazer in the wider community. She was the first patron of Manchester Pride and, in 2021, received the Lord Mayor of Manchester’s Special Recognition Award for her remarkable work with women and girls, workers’ rights, and her relentless fight against homophobia in the city.
From all of us at LGBT Foundation, we extend our deepest gratitude to Claire. Your legacy will continue to inspire us all. Rest in power.
