Welcome to metlgbt.co.uk
This is the website of the London Met LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans) Society. The site aims to give LGBT students, especially those at London Met, information and advice
on a range of subjects, keep them up-to-date with the news and allow us to let you know what events are out there for LGBT students.
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What's New?
Upcoming Events (yyyy-mm-dd):
Glitterball - Annual LGBT Student Ball
Venue: The Golden Lion, 2 Britannia St, London WC1X 9JE
Date: 2008-06-04 / Time: 1930 to 0200
The Glitterball is London's Annual LGBT Student Ball held in the Golden Lion in King's ross.
Think gay prom with more fun and less of the formalities.
A perfect way to end the academic year and say bye to all your friends.
What you need to know...
£5 a ticket - available on the door.
Student I.D. may be required for you to gain entry.
Guests are only allowed with a student.
Dress code: Smart/Formal
Drink Promos:
£1 Shots (Corkys, Sourz etc)
£2 Shots (Tequila and Sambuka - normally £3)
£4.50 Cocktails - choice of 5 cocktails (announced soon!)
Pride London
Venue: London
Date: 2008-07-05 / Time: All Day
In the 35 years since Pride in London began the LGBT community has truly 'come out'. 2005 saw the introduction of Civil Partnerships for same sex couples and we have recently seen the end of other homophobic laws including Section 28.
Pride is fully inclusive and now embraces our growing acceptance in the world of politics, business, media and entertainment. However there is still a long way to go and Pride is committed to tackling issues including bullying, discrimination and homophobic abuse.
Pride London is now in its Fourth year as a registered charity. The organisation is run by volunteers. Our aim is to produce a highly professional Pride Festival and an annual Pride Day comprising a Parade through central London, a politically based Rally and free entertainment in central London. Our mission is also to raise awareness for the LGBT community.
Pride London NEVER charges the Public for any of the events on the Main Day which is this year 5th July 2008.
THIS YEARS THEME FOR PRIDE LONDON IS
"FAIRY TALES,- MYTH'S AND LEGENDS.
Brighton Pride
Venue: Brighton Seafront, City Centre & Preston Park
Date: 2008-08-02 / Time: All Day
Most of those that went to Brighton Pride 2007 said it was the best ever. London may be famous, but the city just carries on around the parade. Brighton pretty much comes to a standstill, and Preston Park could fit 20 Trafalgar Squares into it with ease!
Be there... its the event of the year!
More info at http://www.brightonpride.org/
Remember to invite all your LGBT & LGBT-friendly mates to this event.
I've been asked to remind you that Brighton Pride is a free to enter event - but they need money off people to make it stay that way - otherwise it will have to change.
Last year on the park they raised £20,000 - that means 17p per person. So they need your money to help
One way is to become a member of Pride for just £20 and that means you get access to all the luxurious toilets and members area on the day, with no queues!
Latest News:
NUS LGBT Awards
The NUS Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans campaign is proud to launch the NUS LGBT Awards 2008.
In recent years the landscape of LGBT equality has changed dramatically. The rights, opportunities and privileges that the majority takes for granted are now finally becoming available to LGBT people. Adoption rights, recognition of partnerships, gender recognition, protections from discrimination in the workplace, vocational education and the provision of goods facilities and services have all contributed to making the UK a more equal place for LGBT people to live, study and work.
The student movement has played an important role in the realisation of these rights and has been at the forefront of the campaign for a more equal Britain. But LGBT student groups also play an important role for their members - enabling LGBT students to come together to share their experiences, and empowering them to campaign for change. That is why we believe that it is important that there is recognition for the activists and groups which have had an impact on the lives of LGBT Students in the UK.
The NUS LGBT Awards will recognise excellence, innovation and inclusivity within the LGBT student movement. Nine awards are open to LGBT groups, societies and individuals. Nominations close at 12pm on Thursday 24th April 2008.
More info at www.nuslgbtawards.org.uk
London Lesbian and Gay Film Festival - Free workshop for LGBT people under 25
Put yourself in the picture with the LLGFF's four day workshop for aspiring filmmakers. This is your chance to hear from festival filmmakers about how they got started as well as learn top tips from industry insiders. The sessions are FREE and include screenings from the Festival. If you have little or no experience of filmmaking, are under 25 and are lesbian, gay, bi or trans, this workshop is for you.
To book tickets, please phone Box Office on 020 7928 3232.
Day One: What is Queer Cinema? Thu 3 Apr 16:30-18:30 Studio
Day Two: Nancy Boys and Bull Dykes Fri 4 Apr 16:30-18:30 Studio
Day Three: Using the Camera (incorporating Generations of Love) Sat 5 Apr 14:00-17:00 Studio
Day Four: Funding and Exhibition Sun 6 Apr 14:00-17:00 Studio
Want to Intern at the Millivres Prowler group?
Millivres Prowler (Gay Times, DIVA, Prowler, Pink Paper), Europe’s largest gay and lesbian company are looking for students who may be interested in some short/long term work experience/internships.
We are in particular looking for students interested in working in marketing, ecommerce and journalism.
The hours and days are flexible and we have short and long term internships available with travel and lunch paid for. The placements will be at our head office near Kentish Town.
For those interested please contact both:
bav@millivres.co.uk neil.giles@millivres.co.uk
and quote London Met LGBT