To mark LGBT History Month 2017, the University of Kent LGBT+ Staff Network, in partnership with Kent Union and the LGBT+ student society, has organised a number of events to promote awareness of LGBT issues and history on campus and provide opportunities for LGBT staff and allies to network and socialise. To mark the 50th anniversary of the partial decriminalization of male homosexuality, this year’s theme is ‘Law and Citizenship’.
Events are open to all (regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression), including staff, students, alumni and the public. We will be raising funds for Stonewall throughout the month at events and various outlets across the campus and would be grateful for any and all donations you might be able to make. Plus, look out for our rainbow pin badges and wear yours with pride!
Contact us at lgbtstaffnetwork@kent.ac.uk for further information on any of the events and activities below.
EVENTS
Don’t forget to keep an eye on the LGBT+ Student Society blog for updates on events. The LGBTIQ Network at CCCU (CCCq) has also organised a range of events. Find out more on their blog.
Friday 3 February
Screening of ‘The Pass’ (2016)
18.15, Gulbenkian Cinema
Russell Tovey and Arinzé Kene give excellent performances as two young footballers in love in Ben A. Williams’ heartfelt, intelligent drama, adapted from John Donnelly’s sharply written stage play.
Followed by a post screening discussion in CGUS from 20.15
Tuesday 7 February
LGBT+ Staff Network Lunch, Medway
13.00 – 14.00, No.1 Bistro, University of Kent Medway campus
Open to all staff, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity/expression.
Tuesday 7 February
Glitterbomb Pub Crawl
20.00 – 23.00, details TBC
Organised by the LGBT+ Student Society
Further information on the LGBT+ Student Society History Month blog.
Thursday 9 February
Dale Martin Lecture: “Ancient, Biblical, and Modern Families”
19.00 – 18.30, Keynes Lecture Theatre 1, University of Kent
Dale Martin, Woolsey Professor of Religious Studies at Yale University gives a lecture in association with the Department of Religious Studies. Followed by a wine reception. Further information on the LGBT+ Student Society History Month blog.
09 – 20 February: LGBTQ Writers’ Week
Presented by the Centre for Gender, Sexuality and Writing
Further information about the series can be found on the Centre’s Facebook group.
Monday 13 February
LGBTQ Writers’ Week: Poetry Reading
20.00 – 22.30, Water Lane Coffee House, Water Lane, off Stour Street, Canterbury
Chaired by Dr Ben Hickman. Featuring: Zia X, Lawrence Uziell & Ingrid Casey
Monday 13 February
LGBTQ Writers’ Week: Interview with Matthew Todd
18.00, Grimond Lecture Theatre 3, University of Kent
An interview and discussion with Matthew Todd, author of ‘Straight Jacket: How to Be Gay and Happy’ (2012).
Chair: Dr Declan Kavanagh, Centre for Gender, Sexuality and Writing.
All welcome.
Tuesday 14 February
LGBTQ Writers’ Week: Screening of Redefining Juliet (2016)
17.00 – 18.30, Grimond Lecture Theatre 1, University of Kent
Redefining Juliet is a unique re-telling of Romeo & Juliet casting six diverse Juliets, tall, small, big, deaf and wheelchair-using but each owning Shakespeare’s iconic feminine heroine for themselves. Starring Kent alumna Storme Toolis. Supported by the Centre for Medieval & Early Modern Studies.
Followed by a post screening discussion.
Wednesday 15 February
LGBTQ Writers’ Week: Public Lecture: “The Life & Legacy of Audre Lorde”
18.00, Laud Lecture Theatre 1, Canterbury Christ Church University
Lecture given by Dr Stella Bolaki. In collaboration with CCCU LGBTQ+ Staff Network.
Friday 17 February
LGBT+ Staff Network Social, Canterbury
17.30, Gulbenkian Café Bar, University of Kent
Open to all staff, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity/expression.
Monday 20 February
LGBTQ Writers’ Week: Posthumanist Reading Group
18.00, Grimond Seminar Room 3, University of Kent
“Emotional Rescue: The Demands of Queer History” by Heather Love. Special session led by Dr Declan Gilmore-Kavanagh. Organised by Peter Adkins and Harrison Sullivan.
Wednesday 22 February
Researching the Rainbow Conference 2017
15.30 – 20.00, Woolf Lecture Theatre
Kent academics and students from a range of schools and disciplines will discuss their research on topics related to LGBT+ people and issues. Includes refreshments and networking. Further information, including the agenda is here.
Wednesday 22 February
Medway informal lunch with guest speaker
Time TBC, Deep End Hub Mezzanine
Organised by the Medway LGBT+ Student Society
Join students and staff for an informal lunch with a special guest speaker (TBC). Open to all.
Saturday 25 – Sunday 26 February
Student Pride
The LGBT+ Student Society is excited to be visiting National Student Pride again this year! If you are interested in attending, please email lgbtsoc@kent.ac.uk as the deadline is fast approaching.
Monday 27 February
Medgay Monday: LGBT History Month Special
Time TBC, Deep End
The Medway LGBT+ Student Society’s fortnightly social, Medgay Monday, will be hosted in the new student bar, The Deep End to celebrate LGBT History month. All are welcome.
Tuesday 28 February
Glitterbomb Pub Crawl
20.00 – 23.00, details TBC
Organised by the LGBT+ Student Society
Further information on the LGBT+ Student Society History Month blog.