2024 theme: Under the Scope - Exploring health and wellbeing in the LGBT+ community
1 FEBRUARY - 2 MARCH 2024
Join us to celebrate LGBT+ History Month with a range of events throughout February.
Join Mayor Rokhsana Fiaz OBE and Councillors to raise the official LGBT+ flag and launch Newham’s LGBT+ History Month. Followed by refreshments and an opportunity to network. FULL DETAILS +
Come swim in the inspiring Aquatics Centre on the Olympic Park in this inclusive, open swimming session. Participants’ tickets will get a third off their first drink at local venue... FULL DETAILS +
This film directed by Filippo Meneghetti, follows the story of the unuttered love and bond of two elderly women, living on the same floor of a building for decades, which... FULL DETAILS +
Join us at Canning Town Library for an art-filled evening led by Miles Coote from Queer Life Drawing Conversation. In addition to drawing life models, focus is given to developing... FULL DETAILS +
Join artist and photographer Sunil Gupta in conversation, exploring the themes of art and activism. Gupta is an internationally renowned photographer, whose work explores the themes of sexual identity, injustice... FULL DETAILS +
Haider Rana is the youngest son of a strongly patriarchal family. Following a long spell of unemployment, Haider secretly lands a job at a burlesque theatre telling his family he... FULL DETAILS +
Join us for an evening with Jack Parlett. Jack, is a writer, poet and scholar specialising in queer history, literature and popular culture. He is the author of three books,... FULL DETAILS +
Bender Defenders is a s a queer and trans community empowerment, Muay Thai and self-defence training movement. Born out of the Queer Night Pride Demonstrations, they provide community martial arts... FULL DETAILS +
In celebration of diversity and solidarity, this panel discussion brings together three inspiring LGBTQ+ activists who have fearlessly navigated the front-lines of advocacy and activism. Their stories, experiences, and insights... FULL DETAILS +
Come join and make friends at this welcoming event, to discuss issues impacting the older LGBT+ community. Refreshments supplied. No booking or ticket required. This event is organised by East... FULL DETAILS +
Following the life and career of musician Little Richard and Black Queer origins of rock n’ roll. Exclusive archive and performance footage brings us into icons complicated inner world, and... FULL DETAILS +
Dive into the world of self-discovery and artistic expression in this inspiring workshop tailored for the LGBTQ+ community. You’ll develop sewing skills and design your own cushion cover, while participating... FULL DETAILS +
Delivered by East London LGBT+ Seniors, this insightful event discusses the issues facing LGBT+ as they get older. The results of a recent survey of 100 LGBTQ+ people over 50,... FULL DETAILS +
Dan Glass is an author, performer, and educator who’s work explores activism, social justice and the history of the LGBTQI+ community. His latest book, ‘Queer Footprints’, takes you through the... FULL DETAILS +
Jules (Nathan Stewart-Jarrett) is among London’s most celebrated drag artist. One night after a show. he is brutally attacked by Preston (George MacKay) and his gang. Months later he encounters... FULL DETAILS +
Rosetta Arts presents , Queer Narratives in Newham, an exhibition showcasing the talents of local, Queer identifying artists from multiple disciplines and backgrounds. It will explore the themes of identity,... FULL DETAILS +
Join Newham Council and Social Convention for an extraordinary evening celebrating Queer history and community. Explore captivating stories, indulge in free food, and be mesmerised by the cabaret show. The... FULL DETAILS +
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