New research finds the LGBTIQ community twice as likely to feel

uncomfortable holding hands in public. This film highlights the daily pressures that the LGBTIQ community faces. It's a simple and loving gesture to hold your partner's hand, however for fear of discrimination, and experiences in violence and abuse - the reality is that many in the community still don't feel safe.

The disconnect between perception and reality is saddening. Holding hands is the simplest expression of affection, whether it be a family member, friend, first date or lifelong partner. It's hard to fathom, in 2017, that not everyone is comfortable with this small but significant gesture.

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However, rather than simply talk about the political issue at hand, we tapped into a more human insight - the daily struggle that LGBTIQ people feel forced to modify or edit their behaviour in public for fear of repercussions. The simple gesture of holding hands is taken for granted by most of us and the truth that even this small gesture is not permissible to all people struck a chord with many people.