The Rainbow Project

The Rainbow Project named in top 10 UK Charities for ‘GSK Impact Awards’

The Rainbow Project

The Rainbow Project named as Macmillan Equity Champion

The Rainbow Project

The Rainbow Project named Community Organisation of the year at The Galas

The Rainbow Project

The Rainbow Project named in top 10 UK Charities for ‘GSK Impact Awards’

The Rainbow Project

The Rainbow Project named as Macmillan Equity Champion

The Rainbow Project

The Rainbow Project named Community Organisation of the year at The Galas

Our Staff

Leo Vardie

(He/Him)

Sexual Health & Advocacy Coordinator

Leo Vardie

I’m responsible for providing rapid HIV & syphilis testing for trans and non-binary individuals or men who are gay, bisexual or have sex with other men.

I can also provide rapid testing for anyone regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity if they’re at risk of HIV or they’re in distress about their HIV status. I am here to help you with friendly, non-judgemental and confidential advice or support regarding any sexual health matter whether that’s PEP, PrEP, safer sex materials, testing or STIs. I proudly run ‘BeU’ our monthly meet-ups for trans, non-binary and intersex people who are aged eighteen and over.

Outside of work, you’d find me booting up a retro console to play survival horror video games and torturing my co-workers with film recommendations that no one will take heed of!

Meet Our Team

The People Behind Our Work

Behind every service, campaign and community programme is a passionate team dedicated to supporting LGBTQIA+ people across Northern Ireland. Get to know the people helping create positive change every day.
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Get Involved

Creating lasting change takes all of us.

Whether you’re looking to support a campaign, raise awareness, volunteer your time or help amplify LGBTQIA+ voices, there are many ways to get involved and make a difference.

Together, we can build a more equal Northern Ireland for everyone.

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