Here is a presentation created by one of our students who attends our LGBTQ+ group based at our Wolverhampton base.  It highlights the social and political impact of Section 28 enacted in 1988.  Although overturned in 2003, this legislation cast a massive shadow on the LGBTQ+ community and created an atmosphe...

One of our students from LGBTQ+ group has created a presentation to raise awareness and visibility of Asexuality. This presentation is full of information and answers questions such as: - What is Asexuality? - What does each colour mean on the flag? - How can I be an ally? - Representation in the LGBTQ+ community, fictional characters and cele...

It's LGBT+ History Month, this year's theme is Celebrating Activism and Social Change. One of our students from our LGBTQ+ Recover Together group has researched and written a summary of 10 Historical Activists that lived in the United Kingdom to share on our blog. We hope you enjoy reading about these Activists and if any of the...

 February is LGBT+ History Month. The theme for 2025 is Activism and Social Change, one approach to activism is through sharing stories. At The Recovery College, we have a great Recover Together LGBTQ+ group as part of our connecting pathway where we meet and learn about things close to the hearts of the LGBTQ+ community.  Today's post is...

It's LGBT+ History Month, this year's theme is Celebrating Activism and Social Change. You may wonder how can you get involved to raise awareness and support LGBT+ history month?  Well here are a few things you can do Educate yourself and those around you. Read books, articles, and watch documentaries that explore the history and experiences o...

 Every year Schools Out highlight LGBT+ people across the centuries. The figures this year have created social change for women, the environment, housing, nuclear disarmament, preserving heritage, abolition of the slave trade, and immigration, among many other causes. One of these figures is Octavia Hill (1838-1912). She was one of V...

Its LGBT+ History Month, this year's theme is Celebrating Activism and Social Change.  Below we have a message from The Recovery College Principal, Kerry Wilkes: This year's theme of celebrating activism and social change calls for us to think about how we truly create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued respected and empowere...

February is LGBT+ History Month.  The theme for 2025 is Activism and Social Change, one approach to Activism is attending events in support of LGBT+ communities. There are many events going on across the Black Country and Birmingham to raise awareness and provide support this month.  Keep reading to learn more! https://blgbt.org/whats-on/...