February is dedicated to celebrating the history of the LGBT+ community and those individuals who played an important role in the LGBT+ rights movement. For us, it’s all about sharing resources, having meaningful conversations and absorbing as much information as possible to further our own personal learning. Here’s a few pieces to get you started..
Something to read..
- The Plymouth champion athlete who stunned the world with incredible gender transformation
- The Dictionary of Homophobia: A Global History of Gay & Lesbian Experience
This book is the work of 70 researchers and writers in 15 countries and includes over 175 essays on various aspects of gay and lesbian history, specifically that of gay rights and homophobia.
Something to watch..
- It’s a Sin: The new five-part drama from Russell T Davies about five friends living and loving in the shadow of AIDS is getting rave reviews. You can watch it on 4oD.
Something to listen to..
- The Log Books Podcast – The Log Books are a unique set of documents tracking Britain’s queer history through the voices of people who have called for help. Since 1974 volunteers at Switchboard, the LGBT+ helpline, have written callers’ stories down in log books. Hosts Tash Walker and Adam Smith are re-opening these pages today, to hear worries and joys from Britain’s queer history.
If you would like to chat about anything in more detail or have anything else you would like some D&I advice on please feel free to reach out for a virtual cuppa.
