Coming up this June is Pride Awareness Month. As always, we are excited to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, learning from their history, and exploring the work that still needs to be done. Here are some ways that you can celebrate with us:
- Join the 20th anniversary Pride parade - On 3 June, Oxford Pride will be parading through town, starting at Radcliffe Square (OX1 1BG). It’s the 20th anniversary parade so be sure to get dressed up and celebrate!
- Learn about LGBTQ+ representation in art and culture - On 1 June, Balliol College are hosting Queering the Nation or Normalising the Queers?. From limited tolerance to the battle over gay civil liberties, this lecture explores the relationship of queerness to the British nation through drawing on literature, cinema, theatre, television and radio.
- Keep up with the current discussions - On 5 June, Oriel College are hosting the David N. Lying Lecture on the Politics of Sex and Gender in Diverse Societies. The expert panel will be sharing their lived experience and expertise.
- Get involved in activities in the town - From a Pride themed parkrun, to rainbow family picnics, Church gatherings and the official pride afterparty, enjoy what this year's Oxford Pride team have lined up. Read the Oxford Pride Guide.
- Make LGBTQ+ issues a year-round focus - Whilst Pride is a great way to celebrate, LGBTQ+ rights should be championed all year round. Learn more about the LGBTQ+ network at Oxford University, how you can get support and advice, how you can be a better ally, and year round events.
Events and activities
Oxford Trans+ Pride
Tuesday 30 May, 2.00pm, Lincoln College
Oxford Trans+ Pride is being organised by the Oxford University LGBTQ+ Society, supported by a number of local organisations. It will begin in Lincoln College at 2pm on Tuesday, May 30th. First, two panels of trans+ speakers will be held. Following the panels, there will be a rally at Bonn Square at 4 pm, and march to the Oxford Union.
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Queering the Nation or Normalising the Queers?
Thursday 1st June, 5.30pm, Balliol College
On 1st June, Balliol College are hosting From limited tolerance to the battle over gay civil liberties, this lecture explores the relationship of queerness to the British nation through drawing on literature, cinema, theatre, television and radio.
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Politics of Sex and Gender in Diverse Societies
Monday 5th June, 5.45pm, University Church
On 5th June, Oriel College are hosting the David N. Lying Lecture on the Politics of Sex and Gender in Diverse Societies. The expert panel will be sharing their lived experience and expertise.
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Pride banner-making workshop
2 June, 15:30 - 17:00, Seminar Room 1, St. Anne’s College, Woodstock Road, Oxford OX2 6HS
Join members of the Neurodiversity Network for a relaxed banner-making session in preparation for Oxford Pride 2023. Light refreshments and all craft materials will be provided; you are welcome to bring your own.
Neurodiversity at Oxford will be attending Oxford Pride on Saturday 3 June with a booth of their own.
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Oxford Pride 2023
3 June, 12.00 to 19.00, Westgate Centre and Castle Quarter
Combining joyful celebration and purposeful protest, 2023 marks Oxford Pride’s 20th anniversary. Alongside the parade and the street parties, there will be quiet spaces in the County Hall for those who would like to have a break from the crowds. You can also drop in on Members of the Oxford LGBT+ Staff Network and Neurodiversity at Oxford at their stalls in the Castle Quarter.
Find out what’s going on across the city in the Pride Guide.
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The Rainbow System: Queer Data and the Limits of LGBTQ Inclusion
5 June, 17.00 - 18.00, The Oxford Internet Institute, 1 St. Giles, Oxford
The Oxford Internet Institute is hosting a talk by Dr Kevin Guyan on his research into "Queer Data and the Limits of LGBTQ Inclusion".
Many of the systems we encounter have adapted to welcome some LGBTQ individuals. But with this turn to recognition, who is left behind? In this lecture, Guyan will share new work on the importance of systems – and their associated documents, policies and administrative practices – as a key battleground for LGBTQ equalities in the UK.
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Support / Resources
- Rainbow Peers as part of the Oxford University Peer Supporter Network. Rainbow Peers identify as LGBTQ+ and support Oxford LGBTQ+ students, exploring themes around sexuality, sexual identity, prejudice, inclusivity, belonging, society, Peer Support and the University.
- The University of Oxford Counselling Service is LGBT+ supportive. All clinicians are very experienced and trained in working with LGBT+ students, are a aware of the issues and challenges faced by this community and have several clinicians who identify as being part of the LGBT+ community.
- Student Minds' LGBTQ+ resources guide for LGBTQ+ students and friends and support for trans students
- Switchboard LGBT+ Helpline
- LGBTQ+ And In A Difficult Family Situation? By Fumble.
- LGBTIQ+ mental health with Mind
- LGBT+ History Month with the Proud Trust
- Stonewall helping LGBTQ+ people everywhere to thrive
- Information for staff and students on the University's response to Harassment and Bullying including support and advice can be found on the Harassment Advice page
- The Samaritans are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, call 116 123 for free
