Tuesday 12 March 2019

LGBTQ Mental Health Support

Seb Abecasis shared a group to the group: Gay Professional Network.
Hey everyone,
Wanted to share a new group/resource I've made.
It's a Q&A where anyone can ask a question and get an answer from a qualified therapist in our network (I work for a mental health company).
It's part of a wider initiative to increase education around mental health and therapy in the LGBTQ+ community.
Thanks and hope to see some of your there.
Seb

Monday 4 March 2019

Go and see Isa, a member, 12-14th April in How Am I Looking Now?



Dear Friends,

Am enclosing details of a show I'm involved with. The first lot of dates in March have already sold out, and below is a link to book for new shows, should you be interested in April. 

The original show - 'Baring the Weight' happened in the 80's and now a companion piece has been written to see how the original concerns in Suzie Orbach's - 'Fat is a Femininst Issue' impact on women's body concerns  today. 

Suzie Orbach will be speaking after the first show in April on Friday the 12th.

Hope to see you there if you can make it, and are interested in a good belly laugh, with political incorrectness disguising serious matters illustrated behind our social media epidemic of contrived and curated false images suggesting a perfect body leads to a blemish free life.

With Very Best of Wishes

Isa

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-am-i-looking-now-tickets-56176089195

Krow's TRANSformation, do read, watch and help if you can.

Dear Jean-Francois,

I hope you don’t mind me reaching out but I will be distributing a new documentary called Krow’s TRANSformation on behalf of  a Canadian producer called THEY.  The producer is looking to raise some more financing to complete her film and has launched a kickstarter campaign. I was hoping you could kindly help our efforts by sharing this with your network who may be interested in seeing this film completed and be able to make a donation.  See the fundRazrdetails in the email below this one.  This film is such a positive story that I am just doing what I can from London to help her….


Krow’s TRANSformation (1 x 90:00 and/or 1 x 60:00)         Feature Documentary
Production Company: THEY Film
Pdn Year: 2018        Delivery April  2019
Commissioning Broadcaster: OUTTV

The inspirational story of Krow Kian, a  Canadian transgender teen model who transitioned from female to male. Filmed over 3 years, every step of Krow’s transition was captured on camera in unflinching detail. But this wasn’t the only change: Krow, previously a female fashion model, has to relaunch himself as male model and convince an agent to sign him. Will he succeed? The uplifting ending sees Krow sign with a new agency and take a starring role in Louis Vuitton’s show in Paris Fashion Week in October 2018.


Krow Kian  has been in a lot  of press as the “first Transgender Male Model” to be featured on the covers of fashion magazines…   He will also be on the cover of Dazed in April.

I hope you can help.

Best regards
Janice
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Subject: 
 They Film would like your help with "Krow's TRANSformation" Documentary

FundRazr

They Film
They Film
Needs a little help from a friend
Hello there,
There are times in everyone's life when a caring friend makes all the difference. Now could be one of those times. They Film thought you could help with a fundraising campaign and asked us to tell you about it.
Here's the campaign:
$30,000 goal
"Krow's TRANSformation" Documentary: We need your help to finish bringing Krow's story of transitioning to the world, also with hopes to educate people, possibly even save some lives. Post production funds are in need to bring his story to the screen. ...View campaign

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call for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Queer+ Women: survey

Hi there,

I hope you’re well.

I am contacting you from INvolve, as we are conducting some LGBT+ research and would appreciate your help.

The research is to understand how LGBT+ networks can better engage with Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Queer+ Women. We will be looking into how and why engagement of these LB+ women within LGBT+ networks is often lower than their male counterparts, and what can be done to improve this.

As part of this research, we have created a survey which we would like to be shared far and wide to reach as many lesbian, gay, bisexual+ women as possible. The link to this survey can be found below.


We would appreciate you sharing this survey link with your network for maximum impact. The survey is open to anyone who identifies as a woman, is in current employment, and also identifies as LB+ (lesbian, bisexual, pansexual, polysexual, queer etc).
If you have any questions about the research, or would like to be more involved, do let me know.
Best wishes,
Alice MacDonald
[She/Her]
Research Executive

     +44 203 405 6919
a      9 Dallington Street, London, EC1V 0LN
w    involvepeople.org

Wednesday 20 February 2019

News of GPN and events


Under the patronage of 
The Lord Scriven of Hunters Bar 
 
Welcome to the Gay Professional Network  (GPN) newsletter.

Please check our blog for more offers news from other organisations and events and pictures of our past events.  http://gaypronet.blogspot.co.uk/ and look at www.gpn.one  for more.


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.

It only costs £20 a year to access a wealth of expertise, information and meet wonderful multi-faceted people. Not to forget our mentoring program.

All events are free to members, and they take precedence in case of waiting list, occasionally there are events when we need to preorder tickets and food and drinks at costs. GPN is a not for profit, fully inclusive organisation since 2010 and your platform to promote your cause, business, venue and yourself. It is also a get together of like minded people who enjoy meeting other people. All very nice people in a relaxed atmosphere.
 
Now for more information and events, space is limited and first come, first booked:

Join me on the 27th February to the Whitefriars Club held in the Savile Club. Please do not pass this invitation on, I know who you are and don't expect people I don't.

Our Guest speaker is Anthony McCarten who has won several nominations and received many awards for this films like  The Theory Of Everything and Darkest Hour.Bohemian Rhapsody  RSVP and more details:
https://www.outsavvy.com/event/2371/dinner-with-anthony-mccarten-27th-february-2019-tickets

On the 27th March, we shall welcome Lisa Hilton and on the 24th April Sir Antony Beevor

Are you single? Would you like to meet exceptional people?

My friend Rachel is the Founder and CEO of the world’s top matchmaking agencies (multi-award-winning). They specialise in finding life partners for the world’s most exceptional people (gay and straight). Membership is strictly invite only; however, I have been given my own invite code so I can give complimentary Open Membership (worth £360) to my friends/contacts. Open Membership is Vida’s passive tier, so it doesn’t guarantee any introductions. You’ll submit a profile which is stored discreetly offline and speak/meet with a matchmaker before being introduced to anyone. You could meet someone amazing!

To register –
·         click on this link https://thevidaconsultancy.com/membership/#,
·         click ‘apply’ on the Open Membership section,
·         enter the invite code: JeanF
Here is one event that they organise:
Vida Event  Meet the Gay Elite - London
 Home House
20 Portman Square, London, W1H 6LW
Wednesday 13 March
18:30 – 20:30 
EliteSingles and Vida are excited to announce their first jointly hosted London event forgay male professionals taking place at the exclusive private members' club, Home House. Glass of wine on arrival and Vida cupids on standby to make introductions. It’s your chance to talk to a professional matchmaker and potentially meet the man of your dreams in the most elite setting. Don’t miss this chance to meet some of London’s most eligible men age range 25 – 40’s. Book now to secure your spot!
 Dress Code: Date Night! (Smart Casual).
Those of who were lucky enough to hear Olly Pike on the 19th February may want to continue helping him with his educational resources for children, parents, schools to create a more accepting world for future generations. Here is the link to his site https://www.popnolly.com/, go to donate if you can.

Yes he is cute, yes he is young and yes he deserves our support!

Please check Beatrice Colbrant's blog for a report of this evening http://beatricecolbrant.blogspot.com/2019/02/the-gay-professional-network-at-civil.html


Tuesday 19th March 

Join us for a social and business networking event in the centre of London, a stone throw from Trafalgar Square in a private club. Speaker to be announced nearer the time.

RSVP and details: https://www.outsavvy.com/event/2334/gpn

All other regular events for the year will be on the same link above.

I am meeting with The Lord Scriven on the 5th March to decide on the date of our House of Lords's reception.

Please give me your feedback and ask for other events that you may want to organise or attend.

I very much look forward to seeing you soon!

Best wishes,

J-F.

J-F Dor
Founder
Gay Professional Network
jf@gpn.one
https://gpn.one
 






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Friday 8 February 2019

Join us on the 19th, we are expecting you!

Https://www.outsavvy.com/event/2234/gpn

Join us on the 19th with @ollypike #lgbthm19 #education #gaypronet #gay #lgbt #instagay #gaystagram #gaymen #gaylife #gayprofessional


Join us for a social networking drink in the Civil Service Club, a stone throw from Trafalgar Square on Tuesday 19th February. 

All members have the opportunity, not at all compulsory, to say a few words, if they choose to do so, 2 minutes maximum each but most fit this within 30 seconds 
like "Hi, I am J-F and organise events, chat with me after to find out more or if need help with any forthcoming celebration, meeting, incentive, conference and events." 

This month, I will say a few words about the LGBT History Month and have invited other speakers. Do check their diary 


Olly PikeI am delighted to announce that Olly Pikewill say a few words about his educational resources for children, parents, schools to create a more accepting world for future generations. 

The privatised area that is reserved for us is at the further end of the main bar so order your drink(s) in passing and join us, pick up your badge and start meeting likeminded people. 

Your name (when you register) is on the list at the reception, there is no need to print any confirmation, we expect you. 

It is a free event to our contributing and honorary members and they take priority in the bookings: badges are prepared.  Non-members are asked to pay £30 towards the organisation of the evening either in cash or card on arrival, if space allows.   

Please RSVP here if you have not done so already: https://www.outsavvy.com/event/2334/gpn
Share this event with and invite your friends and colleagues, ask them to join us on www.gpn.one (only £20 a year...)

Please share this event on Facebook and Twitter with your friends.

I very much look forward to seeing you then. 

With all best wishes, 

J-F for GPN

jf@gpn.one
www.gpn.one