Strathclyde celebrates LGBT History month
Throughout February, we celebrate LGBT+ History Month.
LGBT+ History Month is an opportunity for learning and celebration of the past, present and futures of lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, non-binary, queer and intersex people and communities.
As a socially progressive and people-oriented organisation, the University of Strathclyde strives to be an inclusive community which recognises the potential, talents and contribution of all people. We value the diversity of our student and staff populations, and are committed to creating a culture and environment where everyone is welcome and thrives in their work and study.
LGBT History Month playlist
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LGBT inclusion & support at Strathclyde
The University’s Student Experience directorate and the School of Education both hold LGBT Charter awards. The Charter is managed by LGBT Youth Scotland and recognises the achievements of organisations in proactively including LGBTI people in every aspect of their work. The School of Education achieved a Bronze award in 2019 and Student Experience a Silver award in early 2020.
The LGBT+ Society represents LGBT+ students at the University. It runs events and campaigns throughout the year, and provides a space for LGBT+ students to socialise and have their voices heard. The Strath Union LGBT+ Liberation Rep is Maia Peat.
In 2021, Strathclyde published updated guidance on supporting LGBT+ students and staff, designed to accompany our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy.
This document aims to promote understanding and provide clarity on issues which may be of particular relevance to LGBT+ students and staff. It provides guidance for staff and line managers on support for students and staff and on ensuring an LGBT+ inclusive environment.
StrathPride: LGBTQI+ Staff & PGR Network
StrathPride, the LGBTQI+ Staff and PhD Student Network, provides an opportunity to build a more diverse and inclusive university community and enhance support for and visibility of LGBTQI+ people at Strathclyde. Over 120 Strathclyde staff and postgraduate researchers who are LGBTQI+ and our allies have joined StrathPride since it formally launched on 21 October 2020.
In addition to our regular network meetings and informal cafes, StrathPride hosts events and gatherings throughout the year, including research discussions, book and film reviews, and in-person meet-ups. Regular meetings and events are for members only – complete this online membership form to receive emails and invitations.
LGBTQI+ Staff & PhD Student Network
‘Ask Alex’: trans, non-binary & gender diverse support
The University is committed to creating an environment in which all students and staff feel welcomed and valued, and in which discriminatory behaviour and harassment is not tolerated.
We recognise the unique issues faced by trans and non-binary students and staff, both in a university environment and in the wider community, and we are committed to providing support.
Our named contact group for trans and non-binary students and staff can advise and help co-ordinate support in a range of areas. Email: Alex
Report & Support
We're committed to creating an environment in which all students, staff and visitors feel welcomed and valued, and in which discriminatory behaviour and harassment isn't tolerated. The University will take prompt action in response to any alleged discrimination, victimisation, or harassment based on sexual orientation, sex, gender and trans status.
If you experience or witness bullying, harassment or violence on campus and/or relating to university staff and students, you can report this via Strathclyde’s Report & Support system. Reports can be made anonymously.
Report & support
Events
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2Feb2023
StrathPride meet-up
Strath Union, 5 pm to 6 pm (staff and PGRs)
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2Feb2023
Screening of Moonlight (2016) and discussion
5.30 pm. Contact strathpride@strath.ac.uk for more information
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3Feb2023
LGBT+ Awareness
1.30 pm to 4.30 pm Online via Zoom Delivered by the Equality Network, this session explores LGBT+ terminology and definitions, social attitudes and experiences of discrimination faced by LGBT+ people, followed by LGBT+ equality and inclusion good practice.
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3Feb2023
Women and Non-Binary Swim Session
Strath Sport, 2 pm to 3 pm (staff, students & public)
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7Feb2023
StrathPride online meet-up
Zoom, 12 pm to 1 pm (staff and PGRs)
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7Feb2023
Decolonial Conversations: the Politics of Pronouns
I invite the audience to join me in exploring the role pronouns hold in politics, exploring concepts such as inclusivity, Western societal norms and their function to grant power to (a)gender diverse people. 5.30 pm to 7 pm, Strath Union (students and staff welcome)
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8Feb2023
Trans and Non-Binary Swimming Session
Strath Union and the LGBT+ Soc have organised this free-of-charge swimming session at Strathclyde Sports, for all trans, non-binary, genderfluid, intersex and genderqueer folks to swim in a safe and non-judgemental space. Free teas and coffees will be provided at Strath Union afterwards, which is also open to folks who can’t attend the swimming session but want to socialise.
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8Feb2023
Online Film Screening and Discussion of Pride (2014)
4.30 pm to 7.30 pm Online via Zoom
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10Feb2023
Women and Non-Binary Swim Session
Strath Sport, 2 pm to 3 pm (staff, students & public)
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15Feb2023
StrathPride meet-up
Urban Bean Café, 1 pm to 2 pm (staff and PGRs)
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15Feb2023
Supporting Trans and Non-Binary Students and Staff
This session will introduce participants to the main considerations when supporting trans and gender diverse students and staff. We will then examine the ways in which we can both support trans and gender diverse students and staff, and drive sustainable change in our classrooms, departments, and faculties, and directorates. 2 pm to 4 pm Online via Zoom
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15Feb2023
Decolonial Conversations: Identities and Intersections workshop:
The identities we hold and groups we belong to shape us, affect our lives, and the ways we view ourselves and each other. Everyone is welcome to join this interactive workshop to explore how these impact our experiences, privilege, and power. 4 pm to 5 pm, Strath Union (students and staff welcome)
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17Feb2023
Women and Non-Binary Swim Session
Strath Sport, 2 pm to 3 pm (staff, students & public)
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24Feb2023
Purple Friday
On Purple Friday, campus buildings will be lit up in purple to show our support for LGBTI young people.
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24Feb2023
Women and Non-Binary Swim Session
Strath Sport, 2 pm to 3 pm (staff, students & public)
LGBT+ Research at Strathclyde
Dr Stephanie Mckendry and Dr Matson Lawrence from Strathclyde’s Access, Equality and Inclusion service used their research on the experiences of transgender, non-binary and gender diverse people in colleges and universities to develop open-access resources, guidance and training materials for the post-secondary education sectors.
STEM Equals is a four-year research and impact project focused on creating more inclusive STEM communities for women and LGBT+ people in both academia and in industry. The project is funded by EPSRC with matched funding from the University of Strathclyde. The project industry partner is BAM Nuttall Ltd. The project is led by Professor Becky Lunn with researchers Dr Jessica Gagnon and Dr Marco Reggiani.
This NORFACE-funded study investigated the potential inequalities experienced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer and intersex (LGBTQI+) people across the lifecourse, led in Scotland by School of Education academic Professor Yvette Taylor with researchers Dr Matson Lawrence and Dr Maja Brandt Andreasen.
Dr Churnjeet Mahn, an academic in the School of Humanities, is leading this British Academy-funded project with Dr Rohit Dasgupta (University of Glasgow) which examines the missing histories of LGBTQI+ South Asian migration to the UK.