ABOUT THE SOCIETY
The University of Huddersfield LGBTQ+ Society is a group for LGBTQ+ students to meet, socialise, and get involved in LGBTQ+ related events and/or activism in an inclusive, safe, and welcoming space. We're inclusive of everyone who is not cisgender, not heterosexual (including people on the asexual and aromantic spectrum), is intersex, and/or is questioning their gender or sexuality.
Whether you're out to everyone in your life or no-one, we'd love to get to know you!
WHAT WE DO
We run events, provide someone to talk to (or else direct you towards someone else who can help), share resources, maintain online spaces, run campaigns, fundraise to support LGBTQ+ causes and the local community, and advocate for improvements to LGBTQ+ students rights and experiences.
OUR EVENTS
We hold weekly "wet" socials where we meet up at a local bar, this will be every Friday, time and venue to be determined so keep your eyes peeled!
We also hold fortnightly "dry" socials where we meet at Arcade Coffee in Huddersfield every other Saturday from 1pm, you can meet us there or a committee member will be at a designated meeting spot at the university in enough time for everyone to make it
Trans + Nonbinary specific socials will be held once a month on the second Thursday every month at 6pm. Brand new for 2021/22 will be our aspec meetings for asexual and aromantic members of the society and members who are questioning whether they are aspec to meet and socialise with other aspec members. These will be held on the second Tuesday of every month at 6pm, for more details on both of these please contact Kezia Johnston on u1958791@unimail.hud.ac.uk
If you have any suggestions of things you'd like to see from us, please get in contact!
MEET THE COMMITTEE
The LGBTQ+ Society is run by elected volunteers studying here at the University of Huddersfield.
Jake Livingstone
Role: President
Pronouns: he/him
Studying: Biomedicine
A bit about me: local dad jokes afficionado
Contact me: on Facebook or by email.
Holly Proctor
Role: Women's Welfare
Pronouns: she/her
Studying: English Literature with Creative Writing
A bit about me: That Avril Lavigne conspiracy, amiright?
Contact me: by email
Harry Duggan
Role: Men's Welfare
Pronouns: he/they
Studying: Psychology
A bit about me: Believe it or not I'm the one on the right!
Contact me: by email
Kezia Johnston
Role: Trans and Non-Binary Welfare
Pronouns: they/ze/he
Studying: Drama
A bit about me: I'm not actually from this realm, I just live here
Contact me: by email.
Liza Fraser
Role: Equalities and Accessibility
Pronouns: she/they
Studying: Music Production
A bit about me: The purple bookworm who sings to the night
Contact me: by email.
FAQs
Q: Do you have alcohol-free events?
A: Yes, we do! Our fortnightly coffee afternoons and our early evening activities (typically 6-8PM) are all alcohol-free unless otherwise specified.
Q: I'm not sure if I'm LGBTQ+ or not, can I join anyway?
A: Yes! We'd be happy to support you in figuring out your identity and giving you a chance to be part of a community of LGBTQ+ people.
Q: I'm definitely not LGBTQ+ but I am an ally. Can I join?
A: Some of our events are open to everyone, and we'd love to see you at some of these! However, other events aren't unless you're accompanying someone who is an LGBTQ+ student. If you're not sure, feel free to reach out and ask!
Q: Can I bring a friend or partner to an event, even if they don't go to this University/aren't LGBTQ+/don't live in Huddersfield?
A: You can, although we have to officially say that we aren't responsible for your guest.
Q: I have accessibility requirements, will I be able to attend events?
A: We will do our best to support you and make our events as accessible as possible. Please get in touch with the Society President or Equalities Accessibility Officer to discuss what support you would need.
Q: I have a problem and I need someone to talk to. Can you help?
A: We try to offer support where we can, and where we can't, to direct you to the right services or people. Get in touch with a committee member for more information.