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University of Edinburgh network for LGBT+ colleagues and allies.

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8th November marks Intersex Day of Remembrance.

The event began in 2005 as "Intersex Solidarity Day" following an invitation issued by Joëlle-Circé Laramée.

This follows Intersex Awareness Day (26th October) with some countries marking the time between the two events as the "14 days of Intersex"
November 10, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Evening Social tonight from 5:30pm till late; join us when you can at The Auld House (look for our logo on the wall above our table)
November 7, 2025 at 11:19 AM
October 19th marks the beginning of Ace week.

First established in as Asexual Awareness Week back in 2010 by Sara Beth Brooks.

With the help of AVEN (Asexuality Visibility and Education Network) this event has grown into Ace Week seeking to raise awareness of Asexuality and the Ace experience.
October 20, 2025 at 9:24 AM
The 8th October marks International Lesbian Day.

Celebrated in New Zealand since 1980 and Australia since 1990, it is now an International day designed to highlight the issues faced by lesbians and to recognise and celebrate their achievements and experiences.
October 8, 2025 at 8:46 AM
The 23rd September marks Bisexual Visibility day.
First officially observed in 1999 at the International Lesbian and Gay Association Conference in Johannesburg, the day aimed to promote awareness of bisexuality.
September 23, 2025 at 4:39 PM
The first Friday of the month has sneaked up on us again! 📅 Staff Pride Network Evening Social is TODAY at The Auld Hoose, 5:30PM onwards. Drop in anytime - all LGBT+ staff & allies welcome! We'll be in the seating area left of the bar 🌈
August 1, 2025 at 12:03 PM
There’s never been a more important time to tell your MP and the UK Minister for Equalities why it’s essential that trans people still be included in everyday services.
Use this tool from @scottishtrans.bsky.social and get in touch in 2 minutes: www.scottishtrans.org/emailfortran...
July 18, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Today (July 14th) is International Non-Binary People's Day! Started by Katje Van Loon in 2012, the date falls halfway between International Women's Day and Men's Day. It raises awareness of non-binary identities and kicks off Non-Binary Awareness Week.
July 14, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Keep an eye on the ever-expanding list of events happening for Pride Month, with events starting from tonight!!

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🏳️‍🌈 Pride Month Events 2025 🏳️‍🌈 – Staff Pride Network
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May 30, 2025 at 11:18 AM
Join us this Friday (May 2) for the Staff Pride Network Evening Social at The Auld Hoose, 5:30PM! After a stressful month, let's come together to relax and support each other. All LGBT+ staff & allies welcome! Details: eventbrite.co.uk/e/259606699627 🌈
Staff Pride Network Evening Social
A monthly in-person evening social event for Staff Pride Network members and allies.
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April 30, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Lesbian Visibility Week was founded in 2020 by Linda Riley, publisher of DIVA, the world's leading magazine for LGBTQIA+ women and non-binary people, though earlier observations of Lesbian Visibility Week were held in West Hollywood in the early nineties.
www.lesbianvisibilityweek.com
April 22, 2025 at 8:33 AM
March 31st is International Trans Day of Visibility, created by Rachel Crandell in 2009 to counter negative media coverage and celebrate trans lives while recognizing not all can/want to be visible. Scotland's first Trans Pride March happened in Edinburgh (2018). More: 2024.transpride.scot
March 31, 2025 at 9:14 AM
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During LGBT+ History Month 2021, Edinburgh University LGBT+ Medics, Edinburgh BioQuarter LGBT+ Staff Committee and @uoestaffpride.bsky.social hosted a discussion on creating equity in healthcare.
#LGBTHistoryMonth #LGBTHistory
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Creating equity in healthcare for LGBT+ people
During LGBT+ History Month, Edinburgh University LGBT+ Medics, Edinburgh BioQuarter LGBT+ Staff Committee and the University of Edinburgh Staff Pride Network are delighted to collaborate to bring you ...
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February 20, 2025 at 10:32 AM
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'Legal for 40 years: A snapshot from someone who was there' held by @uoestaffpride.bsky.social in '21 speaks with Terry Munyard on his involvement in the Campaign for Homosexual Equality in the 1970s & co-founding GLAD (Gay Legal Advice).
#LGBTHistoryMonth #LGBTHistory
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Legal for 40 Years: A snapshot from someone who was there
An open licensed video of the event 'Legal for 40 years: A snapshot from someone who was there'. Held by the University of Edinburgh's Staff Pride Network in 2021 on the anniversary of when the
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February 11, 2025 at 11:42 AM
For full details on all our events for LGBTQ+ History Month 2025 see blogs.ed.ac.uk/staffpridene...
LGBTQ+ History Month 2025 – Staff Pride Network
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February 11, 2025 at 9:45 AM
🧶 Happening TODAY BioQuarter: Crochet & Craftivism! 🎨
We've got two fantastic activities planned:
Learn the art of crochet - all skill levels welcome!
Get creative with LGBT+ activism-themed painting
📍 Usher Engage (ground floor, Usher Building)
⏰ 12-2pm
📅 Today
Open to all staff and students!
February 11, 2025 at 9:40 AM
Last evening social of the year tomorrow from 5:30pm at the Auld Hoose.
December 5, 2024 at 1:03 PM
All our regular upcoming in person socials: www.eventbrite.com/cc/socials-4...
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November 26, 2024 at 3:13 PM
Trans Femme Futures - Edinburgh's Radical Book Fair
Lighthouse Bookshop
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November 22, 2024 at 5:24 PM
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Today is #TDoR
We honour the memory of the transgender people whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence.
November 20, 2024 at 6:30 AM
Still time to get tickets for tonight's event!
This Tuesday, don't miss Loud Poets Presents: An Evening of Queer and Trans Poetry!

Featuring performances from Tom Bird & RJ Hunter, an open mic, and drinks and refreshments.

6-8pm, Tues 19/11 at the University of Edinburgh. Tickets (just £5/3): www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/loud-poets...
November 19, 2024 at 10:00 AM
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Where do you stand? This Radical Book Fair, join us in honouring the struggles that came before, their place in the present & how they shape our visions for the future.

Our speakers shared radical histories that have inspired them to continue their work, browse that radical library below!
November 18, 2024 at 11:03 PM
Staff Pride Network Kings Buildings Coffee & Cake
Upcoming: Wednesday, 20 November 2024 at 13:00 GMT
Monthly recurring event
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Staff Pride Network Kings Buildings Coffee & Cake
Regular monthly lunchtime coffee meetup at the Kings Buildings campus.
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November 18, 2024 at 9:02 AM
Staff Pride Network Holyrood Coffee & Cake
Upcoming: Tuesday, 19 November 2024 at 13:00 GMT
Monthly recurring event
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Staff Pride Network Holyrood Coffee & Cake
Regular monthly lunchtime coffee meetup at Holyrood campus.
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November 18, 2024 at 8:00 AM