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Speak to our team on: 0113 240 2444 or email contact@leedsgate.co.uk
Welcome to Leeds GATE
Leeds Gypsy & Traveller Exchange, known more commonly as Leeds GATE, is a vibrant and brave grassroots organisation led by Gypsy and Traveller people in partnership with others in and across West Yorkshire.
Our thriving community building is based in Cross Green, Leeds but we work and have members across the region, in Bradford, Kirklees and Wakefield.
A member-led organisation working to improve quality of life for Gypsy and Traveller people.
Latest News and Blogs
New research project launched
The Narrow Margins research project, in partnership with Birmingham City University will focus on the impact of the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act on Gypsy and Traveller communities.
Understanding experiences of probation
Our research platforms the needs and experiences of Gypsy and Traveller people in probation in West Yorkshire, with community-led recommendations.
A Journey to Appleby
Written by Rhianna Doran, a young Leeds GATE member, describes her love of travelling to fairs as part of our Gypsy, Roma Traveller History Month 2022 celebrations and education program.
Did You Know?
At least 7000 Gypsy and Traveller people live in West Yorkshire. Many of us live in houses, or in our caravans on private or public sites. Some of us live on short term camps.
Did you know?
Gypsies and Travellers are recognised Ethnic Minority groups under the Race Relations Act as amended in 2000, and we have ‘protected characteristics’ according to the 2010 Equality Act.
Did You Know?
The average life expectancy for Gypsies and Irish Travellers in Leeds is about 50 years of age, compared of the settled population of Leeds which is around 78 years (Leeds Racial Equality Council, 2005). This means that if other groups think of older people as being 70 or over, we have to think of Gypsy or Traveller people who are over 50 as being ‘older’.
Did you Know?
Some of the best known Gypsy or Traveller activists now and in the past are from West Yorkshire? Tommy Doherty, Ada North, Jim Connors, Eileen Lowther, and Kim Moloney MBE are all from West Yorkshire!
Growth &
Ambition
Leeds GATE continues to grow and gain recognition for their expert knowledge, an impressive range of services and the innovative approach they take to involve their members. To find out more about our award-winning services please get in touch.
“I’d be lost without Leeds GATE”
