Celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month with us
Celebrating the lives and achievements of the LGBTQ+ community in Birmingham and beyond.
In the UK, February marks LGBTQ+ History Month; an annual observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people (LGBTQ) in history. The awareness month was first initiated by Schools OUT UK, the LGBTQ+ education charity, in 2005.
This is an important opportunity to celebrate and increase visibility of LGBTQ+ people, their histories and their lived experiences and raise awareness amongst the University community.
At UoB, this month-long celebration is a chance for us all to come together to increase our understanding of LGBTQ+ issues and to reaffirm or commitment to LGBTQ+ equality. Our amazing students and staff have put together a varied and exciting programme of events running throughout February. There really is something for everyone – do check them out! What event are you most looking forward to? Let us know by using the hashtag #UoBLBGTHM on your socials.
Upcoming Events
Politics in Art - 'The Arc is Long'
This year’s LGBTQ+ History Month theme is ‘The Arc is Long’ which is inspired by the Martin Luther King Jnr's quote: “The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice.”
According to the LGBT+ History Month website, the quote reflects the ‘continuing and often winding journey towards full equality, which has suffered many setbacks while still moving forwards.’
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UK’s first LGBTQ+ museum to open
After four years of planning, the UK’s first LGBTQ+ museum - founded by the charity Queer Britain - is due to open this spring in London.
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2021: A Landmark year LGBT+ TV
From ‘It’s a Sin’ to ‘Strictly Come Dancing’, queer representation on mainstream TV last year had never been better.
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LGBTQ+ Networks and Societies
At UoB, we have several networks and societies to support and represent our LGBTQ+ students. Find a safe, accessible, and inclusive space.
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Your Voice
Whether you’re an ally or member of the LGBTQ+ community, connect with the Student Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) team on our socials and celebrate together.
Student EDI