{"id":3262,"date":"2020-07-21T12:24:07","date_gmt":"2020-07-21T11:24:07","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/lgbtstaff\/?page_id=3262"},"modified":"2020-07-21T12:25:57","modified_gmt":"2020-07-21T11:25:57","slug":"nadia-davies","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/lgbtstaff\/role-models\/nadia-davies\/","title":{"rendered":"Nadia Davies"},"content":{"rendered":"

Learning Environment Assistant
\nInformation Services<\/h2>\n
Tell us your coming out story<\/div>\n
I didn\u2019t really have to come out, my mum just asked me if my \u2018friend\u2019 was more than just a friend and I said yes. She then proceeded to tell all our family and friends which saved me the trouble of coming out but also took away my agency. My dad took a little longer to come to terms with it as he is a Christian but overall, my family are very supportive and accepting.<\/div>\n
Did you have any LGBT+ role models growing up? Who were they and why?<\/div>\n
I looked up to people my age who were out and living proud and happy lives. There wasn\u2019t an abundance of out celebrities when I was growing up, so I looked more to the real people in my life who were living their truth, for inspiration and support.<\/div>\n
Have you suffered prejudice in your job or personal life and, if so, can you describe what effects it had on you?<\/div>\n
Fortunately, I have never suffered prejudice at work because of my identity. I have encountered some instances of verbal abuse but have been able to brush them off.<\/div>\n
What would you say to those who may be facing difficulties regarding their LGBT+ status at work?<\/div>\n
Join the staff LGBT+ network. Also advise them of the university\u2019s commitment to equality, diversity and inclusivity.<\/div>\n
What can we all do to make University of Kent a better place for being an LGBT+ member of staff?<\/div>\n
Understand that everyone is different, and we all deserve to be happy and supported at work. Ally workshops are an excellent tool to teach staff how to be a good ally.<\/div>\n
What do you think of being LGBT+ in Kent?<\/div>\n
There is a strong LGBT+ community in Kent, with several local pride celebrations and support services. Kent has improved hugely since I was a teenager and I believe it is now not only tolerant but supportive to LGBT+ people.<\/div>\n
Why do you want to be an LGBT+ role model? Why is it important?<\/div>\n
I don\u2019t want anyone to feel that they don\u2019t have anyone to talk to about any difficulties they may be having. Having a good support network is essential for anyone\u2019s happiness and feeling secure and confident enough to be yourself.<\/div>\n

Nadia is happy to be contacted by email: nd343@kent.ac.uk<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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