Volunteer Spotlight – Andrew
Andrew first visited Birmingham LGBT centre back in February 2013, when it was still being set up. Very quickly he ended up becoming a volunteer in our very first volunteer cohort, taking up roles managing reception and also getting involved with various outreach and fundraising events. Andrew is now our longest-serving volunteer, and we are […]
Friends of Dorothy – Meet our community
Birmingham LGBT Centre has moved to a brand new centre in the heart of the Gay Village. To celebrate, we’re featuring staff and community members, the people who make our centre and village. Chris (he/him) Lead development officer, Substance support service “I have worked at Birmingham LGBT since November 2017. Starting as a sessional worker, […]
There’s no place like Hurst Street đ
THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE Hurst street… Birmingham LGBT Centre is moving on up! A brand-new centre for our award winning LGBTQ+ charity. Summer 2025 sees exciting changes for Birmingham LGBT, the largest LGBTQ+ support service in the Midlands. After 12 years in our current site on Holloway Circus, our award-winning charity is moving to a brand-new […]
Black History Month 23: Artist Spotlight – Diana Amma Gyankoma Abankwah
To celebrate Black History Month UK we sent an artist call out to Black LGBTQ+ artists in Birmingham and surrounding areas. Working with Birmingham Pride & SHOUT Festival, the brief was to create a poster celebrating Black History Month 2023, Birmingham and being LGBTQ+. Artist: Diana Amma Gyankoma Abankwah Diana was born and raised in […]
BHM23 – Events to check out!
Black History Month 2023 – events you need to check out!We’d like to highlight some of the fantastic Black led events that we have here in Birmingham! â Wile OutRun by Soriah Lewin, this night is all about no boundaries and playing the music you donât hear on a normal night out that you wish you […]
BHM23 – Companies to check out!
Black History Month 2023 – companies we think you need to check out!Here’s a spotlight on some of the fantastic companies that we have here in Birmingham. âWe don’t settleWe Donât Settle is committed to working with communities of empowered young people who are minoritised by society, systems and structures. They cultivate creativity, embrace cultures, and […]
BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2023: COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT ON CHAR BAILEY
BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2023: COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT ON CHAR BAILEY This month we are celebrating Black History Month UK with Birmingham Pride & SHOUT Festival. Follow us as we shine a spotlight on the incredible LGBTQ+ black individuals making moves in our community, as well as businesses, events and resources in our vibrant city. Meet Char […]
BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2023: COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT ON KAYLEE GOLDING
BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2023: COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT ON KAYLEE GOLDING This month we are celebrating Black History Month UK with Birmingham Pride & SHOUT Festival. Follow us as we shine a spotlight on the incredible LGBTQ+ black individuals making moves in our community, as well as businesses, events and resources in our vibrant city. Meet Kaylee […]
BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2023: COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT ON KRIS BROWN
BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2023: COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT ON KRIS BROWN This month we are celebrating Black History Month UK with Birmingham Pride & SHOUT Festival. Follow us as we shine a spotlight on the incredible LGBTQ+ black individuals making moves in our community, as well as businesses, events and resources in our vibrant city. Meet Kris […]
black history month 2023: community spotlight on soriah lewin
black history month 2023: community spotlight on soriah lewin This month we are celebrating Black History Month UK with Birmingham Pride & SHOUT Festival. Follow us as we shine a spotlight on the incredible LGBTQ+ black individuals making moves in our community, as well as businesses, events and resources in our vibrant city. Meet Soriah […]