Exposed Magazine - LGBT+ column: December 2015

The festive edition of Exposed Magazine is out now!

Check out Heather's December piece in Exposed Magazine here.

See more from Heather at her own site - http://www.heatherpaterson.co.uk/

Exposed Magazine - LGBT+ column: November 2015

Check out Heather's November piece in Exposed Magazine here. 

The focus is on the 'T' in LGBT, as November sees the commemoration of the International Transgender Day of Remembrance.

See more from Heather at her own site - http://www.heatherpaterson.co.uk/

Sheffield Transgender Day of Remembrance 2015 - Friday 20 November

Friday 20 November 2015 will see Sheffield's annual commemoration of the International Transgender Day of Remembrance.

This day is a vital opportunity for transgender communities and their allies to unite and make their voices heard against the injustices that are still levied at transgender lives. 

Queer Protest - The Aftermath...

Well. 

What to say? Other than thanks to everyone for a fantastic day and night of political ponderings and partying!

Exposed Magazine October 2015 - student special!

Exposed Magazine October 2015 - student special!

Yes folks, it's that time of year again. Thousands of new and returning students flock to Sheffield for a new academic year.

It's only fair that they have an entire edition dedicated to them, and Exposed is no different. Neither is its established LGBT+ column, courtesy of Heather Paterson, who welcomes our LGBT+ newbies to the city in style with all they need to know.

Queer Protest - Saturday 3 October 2015

ROLL UP, ROLL UP! 

For our third instalment, LGBT Sheffield and INVERT are honoured to be teaming up with the mighty FAERGROUND ACCIDENTS to bring you a whole day and night of queer fun.

In the daytime we will be bringing you a number of documentaries focusing on the protest traditions of LGBTQ community and also talks focusing on some issues we think deserve our attention. These range from queer sex workers to LGBTQ homelessness and the continuing destructive views of the church towards our community. It's time to remember what we have got to be mad about.

#BiVisibilityDay 2015 - Wednesday 23 September

There's a whole day dedicated to raising awareness of the issues and stigma still faced by bisexual people. But what is it, and why is it needed?

Bisexuality is still widely misunderstood, misrepresented and stigmatised.

Bisexual people are too often perceived as uncertain, confused or simply 'greedy'. These offensive myths are often perpetuated to such an extent that it is hard for bisexual people to be listened to or regarded with respect from the wider populace. These myths also impact on bisexual individuals' access to vital public and health services, as well as their performance in the workplace.

LGBT Sheffield at The University of Sheffield's Ideas Bazaar

LGBT Sheffield at The University of Sheffield's Ideas Bazaar

On Wednesday 16 September, some of our LGBT Sheffield folk went along to the University of Sheffield's 'Ideas Bazaar'.

Wait, let me explain. 

Exposed Magazine - LGBT+ column: September 2015

Exposed Magazine - LGBT+ column: September 2015

Our very own Heather Paterson has a new, regular LGBT+ column in Exposed Magazine - Sheffield's premier, free listings/events/culture magazine.

This month, Heather muses on our little weird but wonderful scene here in Sheffield, and some potential growth, with a focus on some of the exciting developments coming up.

Have a read of August's full LGBT+ column here.

Keep an eye out for this and future issues, distributed widely around Sheffield's shops, pubs, cafés, bars and venues.

Exposed Magazine - LGBT+ column: August 2015 (bigger and better!)

Our very own Heather Paterson has a new, regular LGBT+ column in Exposed Magazine - Sheffield's premier, free listings/events/culture magazine.

This month (August), Heather has impressed the folk over at Exposed to such a degree she's bagged herself a full page in the publication! 

Exposed Magazine - July's LGBT column by Heather Paterson

Our very own Heather Paterson has a new, regular LGBT+ column in Exposed Magazine - Sheffield's premier, free listings/events/culture magazine.

International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia - Sheffield, Sunday 17 May 2015

Nearly 200 people gathered at Sheffield Peace Gardens on Sunday 17 May 2015 to mark the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia.

NEW: LGBT+ Column in Sheffield's Exposed Magazine

Our very own Heather Paterson has a new, regular LGBT+ column in Exposed Magazine - Sheffield's premier, free listings/events/culture magazine.

IDAHOT / IDAHOBIT 2015 - Sunday 17 May in Sheffield

This Sunday (May 17^th) sees Sheffield once again make some noise to mark IDAHOT - International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia.

(You may also see reference to IDAHOBIT - International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia.)

LGBT Sheffield are proud to be involved again this year. Information from the organising group (via Facebook):

"Now in its 10th year, May the 17th sees the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHOT) and commemorates the date in 1990 on which the World Health Organisation declassified homosexuality as a mental disorder.

To mark the day, a public event will be taking place in the Sheffield Peace Gardens at 12 noon on Sunday 17th May, where a one-minute ‘noise' will join our voices with other events across the world to send a clear message that homophobia and transphobia have no place in our society. We hope you, your friends and families can join us in making as much noise as possible!

To continue the celebration of sexual and gender diversities in our city, and directly after the event in the Peace Gardens, Museums Sheffield will be holding a range of free exhibitions, stalls and presentation activities between 1pm-4pm at the Millennium Gallery.

For more information or to find out more about how you can support the event contact: 

Sexual Health Sheffield

Tel: 0114 305 4444 

e-mail: sheffield.gay@nhs.net

To find out more about IDAHOT and other events taking place across the world visit www.dayagainsthomophobia.org

IDAHOT 2015 co-ordinated in partnership with Sexual Health Sheffield, Sheffield City Council, Museums Sheffield, LGBT Sheffield, Sheffield PRIDE, E.D.E.N Film Productions and SAYiT".

View the full flyer here.

Join the Facebook event here https://www.facebook.com/events/570508783090097/

Join in the Twitter fun with #IDAHOT2015 #IDAHOBIT2015 #bethenoise

Check out E.D.E.N Film Productions fabulous promo video:

SEE YOU THERE! 

Links

Sexual Health Sheffield

Twitter: @SHSheffield

Facebook: www.facebook.com/SHSheff   /  www.facebook.com/GaySheff

Web: http://www.sheffieldsexualhealth.nhs.uk/

Sheffield City Council

Twitter: @SCCEquality

LGBT Equality Hub: https://goo.gl/BsAfpC

Museums Sheffield

Twitter: @MuseumSheffield

Facebook: www.facebook.com/Museums.Sheffield

Web: http://www.museums-sheffield.org.uk/

LGBT Sheffield

Twitter: @LGBTSheffield

Facebook: www.facebook.com/LGBTSheffield

Web: http://lgbtsheffield.blogspot.co.uk/

Sheffield Pride

Twitter: @SheffieldPride

Facebook: www.facebook.com/SheffieldPride

Web: http://sheffieldpride.co.uk/

E.D.E.N Film Productions

Twitter: @EDEN_F_P

Facebook: www.facebook.com/edenfilmproductions

Web: http://www.edenfilm.co.uk/

SAYiT

Twitter: @SAYiTSheffield

Facebook: www.facebook.com/sayit.sheffield

Web: http://www.sayouthtrust.org.uk/

E.D.E.N Action! Panel Debate: “Do We Need A Gay Scene?” - Thursday 5 March 2014

E.D.E.N Film Productions – the team behind the brilliant film, ‘Families Like Ours’ created and released back in 2014 – facilitated an open debate as part of a new project (E.D.E.N Action!), with the main discussion at its core: do we need a gay scene?

The subjects up for discussion were a little broader than the title suggests, with a focus on more than just the typical perception of what a ‘scene’ is, such as LGBT spaces, inclusive non-LGBT spaces, community services and provisions and so on.

Meet the Panel

Friends of Edward Carpenter Voice & Influence event - #LGBTHM15

The weekend of 20-22 February saw a whole program of celebratory LGBT History Month activities, courtesy of the Friends of Edward Carpenter.

Friday evening saw a launch event, with opening remarks and a charity auction, whilst Saturday and Sunday saw a variety of incredible performances, speeches, music and screenings.