08 Feb LGBTQ+ History Month
February marks LGBTQ+ History Month. Ahead of the launch of our Hammersmith Pride Network in 2024, we want to take the time to celebrate LGBTQ+ employees in the local area, recognising that employees thrive if they can bring their authentic selves to work.
We have collated some resources offering support for the LGBTQ+ community, and allies who want to learn more. Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing personal stories about what Pride means for different LGBTQ+ employees in Hammersmith and launching our self-guided Hammersmith Pride Walk.
Resources for LGBTQ+ History Month 2024
Definitions
Stonewall Glossary: Stonewall, the leading LGBTQ+ charity in Europe, has provided a list of LGBTQ+ terms to accommodate informed discussions that make LGBTQ+ people as comfortable as possible.
Events
LGBTQ+ History Month in H&F: Hammersmith & Fulham Council have put together a programme of free events across the borough in celebration of LGBTQ+ History Month. More details can be found on their website.
Hammersmith Pride Network
The Hammersmith Pride Network, launching in 2024, will aim to create a safe, resilient, and more inclusive Hammersmith through collaboration, education, and Pride events. Please email the Hammersmith BID team if you wish to join the local Hammersmith Pride Network.
LGBTQ+ Charities
Stonewall: Stonewall is the leading LGBTQ+ charity in Europe and supports the rights of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community. Stonewall’s best practices, toolkits, and resources, are designed to help empower senior leaders and support the creation of LGBTQ+ inclusive workplaces.
West London Queer Project: The West London Queer Project (WLQP) is a non-profit, aiming to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ people in West London through events, safe spaces, and advocacy work.
Media
Gay Times: Gay Times is the World’s Leading LGBTQ+ Media Company. The Gay Times Group specialises in delivering industry-leading strategy, brand content, and experiential production that directly connects with LGBTQ+ and global audiences.
Support
Mind LGBTQ+ Mental Health support: Mind provides information about mental health support for people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, intersex, queer, or questioning.
Reporting hate crime: Crimes committed against someone because of their disability, gender or gender identity, race, religion, belief, or sexual orientation are hate crimes and should be reported to the police. Follow the link to report Hate Crimes in Hammersmith.
Zoteria: Zoteria is an app designed to support the LGBTQ+ community and tackle hate crimes. The app provides a platform for reporting and creates a precise and detailed picture of what is happening. Gaining a global and local perspective can ultimately help support social and policy change. If you see or experience an anti-LGBTQ+ hate incident, flag it with Zoteria.
Additional Information
If you have any questions about any of the resources provided or wish to join the Hammersmith Pride Network, please email Hammersmith BID.