Since 2010. Get connected, proactive and productive with GPN, the LGBT network to further your business or career and makes meaningful business and social contacts, join now on https://www.gpn.one, membership starts at £60 a year!
We are a science-led global healthcare company with a special purpose: to help people do more, feel better, live longer.
Happy,
motivated people are key to the success of our business, so we do
everything we can to make working here rewarding. Our values are at the
root of our business and help create and maintain an inclusive culture.
They guide us to help people do more, feel better and live longer. If
our values match yours, you’ll find GSK a rewarding, inspirational place
to work.
Information:Join
us for monthly networking in Canary Wharf at Giant Robot. It’s a great
chance to meet other professional LGBT+ women and non-binary people who
work on the Wharf or nearby...
Information:We're
pleased to provide our Trans & Non-Binary Inclusion training at an
open community session at the Belfast Trans Resource Centre each month.
This training & workshop session provides health & education
employers, service providers, employers and other people supporting
trans & non-binary people through their work with the information on
how to make their work inclusive, accepting and culturally competent...
Information:The
FEMALE FUTURE FORCE DAY is a day full of inspiration, strong voices,
relevant content with good food, cool music and a lot of magical moments
and experiences. We have come up with a program that opens new horizons
for you and allows you to grow beyond yourselves. We want to spend a
day with you that changes your life...
Launching a Diversity & Inclusion Initiative at your Organisation
Where: Chicago, IL (USA) When: 28 August 2018
Information:Hear
first-hand how People Teams have effectively launched diversity hiring
initiatives, and what they’ve learned along the way. Walk away with tips
and tools you can use to make the case for and launch a diversity
hiring initiative at your organisation....
Information:Empower
LGBT + 2018, in its fourth edition, opens the doors to all the public
interested in connecting with the LGBT + business community and making
new business. Come and meet the entrepreneurs who are changing the
direction of our community and the corporate committed to diversity....
Information: EqualEngineers
connects inclusive organisations with diverse talent, and employee
network leaders play a key role in paving the way forward in cultural
transformation. This event is for employee resource group/network
leaders, HR Professionals, Diversity & Inclusion Managers or
executive sponsors of diverse groups working in engineering or
technology...
A very warm welcome to the London edition of our Newsletter! As a UK-wide organisation, we recognise the need for having a separate bulletin for all the work we do in London. One-third of our members are based in the Greater London area and we need to address some of the specific needs and challenges they face and also celebrate the great work they do in the Capital. You will find news, events, jobs and training opportunities below.
News
Recruitment: Funding and Fundraising Development Officer
Working as a full time member of LGBT Consortium’s Engagement Team, the successful candidate will provide training, support and resources to Consortium’s Membership of LGBT Voluntary & Community Groups on a wide range of topics to improve Members’ funding knowledge, skills and activities.
Find out more about this role and how to apply here
News from City Hall
The London Datastore holds 700 datasets about London. To make this information more accessible, City Hall is launching digital datastore office hours. Email us any questions or queries about London’s data and we will respond, signpost and support you to find what you need.
The online office hours will take place on the 2nd and 4th Friday every month. Requests can be sent in at any time to: civilsociety@london.gov.uk
London Networking Event: Meet the Funders
A networking event for LGBT groups. Come and meet other organisations and funders to discuss what the future of funding in the LGBT sector looks like. Refreshment available.
Sharing your Skills and Knowledge with other LGBT Groups
Do you want to learn about each other's services, shadow the CEO or draft a project proposal together? Apply to host or visit an organisation or group. The Hosted visits provide an opportunity for organisations to spend focused time together to exchange experience, resources, skills and start new collaborations. LGBT Consortium are able to make a financial contribution towards participating groups time.
• If you feel that you have skills or experience to share clickhere • If there is a specific area of work you would like to develop and feel you could benefit from the experience of another group click here
BI Pride UK event
Bi Pride UK is a national charity which seeks to create celebratory spaces for anyone who experiences attraction beyond gender. To celebrate Bi Visibility Day this September they are hosting a Bi-Lights Variety Show starring American artist Lucy & La Mer alongside other special guests.
The event will take place from 19:00 on Thursday 27th September at The Two Brewers in Clapham and will be hosted by The Bisexual Magician, Marcus Morgan. Early bird tickets available here For more details see the Bi Pride UK Facebook page
For more information or to have an item included in the next London ebulletin, please email our London Engagement Officer - Martin.
Training & Networking
Regional Round Tables
Bringing together LGBT organisations and groups operating in London to share common challenges, and locally map the services in the area.
• East London: 11th of September register here• West London (Inner): 25th of September register here• North London: 9th of October - register here• South East (Inner): 16th of October - register here• South West (Inner): TBC - register your interest here
Task Force: Organisations and Groups working with Older LGBT+ People and Communities
TASK forces will bring specialist organisations to address the main issues in their area of work by drafting a joint statement and guides to produce a more coherent and united voice as a network and influence decision-makers.
DATE: 21st of September. Contact us if you are interested.
Training - Choosing the right Legal Structure for your LGBT Group
Is your group's structure fit for purpose? Has your group outgrown its original structure? Does your group's structure allow you to develop new income streams? Come along to our training session and find out about the different options available to your group.
Training - Boosting your LGBT Group's Social Media Presence.
Baffled by Facebook boosts? Twitter just something that birds do as far as you're concerned? Then this is the training session for you! Come along and find out how to increase your social media presence and get your groups message out there.
DATE: 24th of September. Find more information and register here
Training - Governance Made Easy
Most people just want to get on with the good work they are doing, but making sure that your group's governance is fit for purpose and following best practice is essential. This session is great for anyone involved in running a LGBT group - no matter how small, especially trustees, staff and volunteers who lead on operational/constitutional matters.
DATE: 8th of October. Find more information and register here
Task Force: LGBTQ+ Youth Organisations and Groups
TASK forces will bring specialist organisations to address the main issues in their area of work by drafting a joint statement and guides to produce a more coherent and united voice as a network and influence decision-makers.
We are now opening GFEST to groups / organisers to enable them to present their own LGBTQI+ arts events. Promoted by arts charity Wise Thoughts, #GFEST2018 #SociallyEQUAL events to be running from Mon 12 Nov to Sat 24 Nov. More details to subbit GFEST 2018 events and check DIY guide
check website / call us 020 888 99 555 / get in touch Annual LGBTQI+ cross-art festival GFEST - Gaywise FESTival ® by arts charity Wise Thoughts. supported by: Follow us :
