Friends of Out@UCL allies campaign launch
14 February 2017
Main Quad Pavilion, UCL, Gower Street, WC1E 6BT; 27 February, 5:30-7pm Out@UCL, UCL's LGBTQ+ staff network, is officially launching the
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Allies have of course been historically important to the LGBTQ+ community and
continue to be so.
The Friends of Out@UCL allies campaign seeks
to encourage all UCL staff and students to visibly signal their support for the LGBTQ+
community through a number of practical and effective ways.
Staff also have the opportunity to attend ally training. It is hoped that the active support of allies will lead to a more inclusive and welcoming environment where all
LGBTQ+ staff and students are free to be themselves.
Attendees of the launch event will take part in an interactive training session, encouraging self-reflection on their own actions as LGBTQ+ allies, followed by a drinks
reception.
Useful Links
Fiona Addison, Co-Chair UCL LGBTQ+ Equality Advisory Group & Out@UCL