Event List 2020/21

Meet & Greet:

Icebreaker Games (Fresher’s Week/ Welcome Week)

Queer Media Club:

Film Nights, Book Clubs, plus discussion groups – fiction and non-fiction

In the Spotlight:

Talks highlighting the contributions of various individuals and organisations who have been leading figures for queer liberation

Fundraising:

Bake sales, quiz nights, drag competition, virtual walks/runs/however you cover a great deal of distance, online talks and workshops, craft nights, talent shows etc

• Chester Pride March
• Pride Month Celebrations
• Intersectional Celebrations
• Seasonal/ Holiday Events

Many of these can be hosted online but can also be run in person with appropriate social distancing and hygiene measures in place, so there will be something for everyone!

Queer Media Club and In the Spotlight will run once a month, on the day of the week that suits the majority of members.

Fundraising events will be held on a bimonthly basis, once every two months, at a set date and time notified in advance.

Pride Month celebrations will occur throughout February 2021.

Intersectional celebrations will occur at various times throughout the year (e.g. Black History Month is celebrated throughout October 2020 and will be highlighted during this time).

Holiday events occur seasonally and will be based on the cultural and religious practices of our members.

Chester Pride dates are yet to be announced but will likely be in August 2021 – it would be fantastic for our society to show our pride and march that weekend!

We would absolutely love to welcome new members to the LGBTQ+ society!

We’re a friendly bunch and very supportive, no matter where you are on your life journey. There is a space for everyone here, and we ensure that everyone is seen and heard. And so, all your contributions will be respected and valued – and we’re open to suggestions and feedback, so if there’s something you want to see from us, let us know!

We run regular events – some fun and social, some educational talks – and we are a great support network for any issues you may face during your time at University (although hopefully there won’t be any)! And we want to actively give back to the charities that do so much for the LGBTQ+ community, through volunteering our time and fundraising. So if you want to be part of a society that has fun but also makes a difference, this is the one for you!

We also have opportunities for committee roles for new joiners, so if you want to get involved in the operations of the society and gain some new experience for your CV, we’d love to help facilitate that!

We welcome all members, including those who fall under the LGBTQ+ umbrella, those questioning, and allies.

To be updated following Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility training in September.

However, we always endeavour to ensure our events are accessible for all, including both physical and online activities.

Please let us know if there are any adjustments we could make to ensure the comfort and participation of all our members.