After the success of the SuperGay Weekend in 2007, organisers have confirmed a similar festival will go ahead from the 10-14th of September 2008 - only this time, bigger!
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The group is for young LGBT people aged 15 to 25 years to meet in a safe fun environment on a Tuesday evening 5.30 till 9pm at Miners hall in Durham Map attached ! First hour drop in the rest of the time is taken up with group work activities . We are also involved in raising awareness of LGBT issues and working in and around the county attending events . Currently the group are organising a film festival in Durham please also see attached.
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Film Festival
Sunderland University has elected Dan Frost as LGBT Officer for the Studentsunion this year and he is in post now.LGBT OfficerUniversity of SunderlandStudents' Union.
UPDATE: Southall Black Sisters’ Victory against Ealing Council:On 18 July at the High Court, in a dramatic turn of events, Ealing Council withdrew their case after one and a half days of a hearing which saw their defence rapidly unravelling. From the outset, it became apparent to the presiding judge, Lord Justice Moses and to all those present in the courtroom including the packed public gallery, that Ealing Council was skating on really thin ice in attempting to justify its decision to cut funding to SBS and to commission instead one generic borough wide service on domestic violence on the grounds of ‘equality’ and ‘cohesion’.
Update 19th July 2008
Wednesday 17th September 2008Journal Culture Awards finalists and creators of “Tonic” and “FallingKnives & Runaround Wives”, Open Clasp Theatre Company will be touring theirbrand new comedy drama in September this year, this time wholeheartedlyturning their attention to the lives, loves and experiences of lesbians inour region.A Twist of LemonFour women set off on holiday, each seeking sun, sea, sand, love andromance however a white knuckle drive in a taxi, along with a power cut anda ride on the resorts Banana Boat, not only put one woman’s back out butresults in the women having a major fall out.This production is aimed at audiences who are 13yrs +‘We’ve been working with lesbians from Middlesbrough, Hartlepool andNewcastle since the summer of 2007, they’ve created the characters for thepiece. It’s a unique opportunity to have lesbian theatre in the Northeast.It’s going to be funny, brave and challenging to both straight and not sostraight audiences’ (Catrina McHugh Artistic Community DevelopmentDirector/Writer with Open Clasp)
The Institute for Volunteering Research (IVR) has been commissioned by Natural England to undertake a piece of research exploringenvironmental volunteering within the North East of England. This research has the potential to be of great value to the environmental sector within the region – as well as informing policy and practice, it is anticipated that the research will lead to a number of funding bids that will bolster the provision of volunteering opportunities within the region. As part of this project, they have created an online survey they would like people to complete – this is relevant for anyone who currently volunteers with environmental organisations, those who used to do so in the past but do not currently, and for those who do not and have never done so. They are particularly interested in ensuring representation from a range of diversity audiences.
The survey can be completed online
here It should take 10-15 minutes and there is also the chance to win a £25 book voucher If you have any problems/queries contact Nick Ockenden, the Research Officer on 0207 5208 931 ornick.ockenden@volunteeringengland.orgYou can also find out more about IVR at www.ivr.org.uk.
“This year will be bigger and lots more people have said they’re coming. This is a growing event and can only get better. 10 - 14 September. Put it in your diaries; you don’t want to miss this!”
SupergayRemember to book your tickets in advance via rockndoris@aol.com. Just send you name and number of tickets, we will send you email confirmation and hold you ticket on the door till 8.30 on the night.
We will always have ticket available on the door, but you may need to come early to make sure you get one.
FlyerA free fun day of sport and activities on Saturday 6th September from 10am at the Throston Youth Centre
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RegistrationThe Equality 2025
Committee is an advisory group to the Office for Disability Issues
(ODI). The Committee is made up of individual disabled and Deaf people.
The Office for Disability Issues (ODI) has been set up to help
government deliver on the commitment made in the report, 'Improving the
Life Chances of Disabled People <http://www.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/strategy/work_areas/disability/>'.
The
report says that by 2025, disabled people should have the same
opportunities and choices as non-disabled people and be respected and
included as equal members of society. The ODI acts as a champion of
disabled people within government, working with all departments to help
them better understand and meet the needs and aspirations of disabled
people.
Equality 2025 want to maintain active and effective engagement with
disabled people and will ensure that any advice we give to government is
firmly rooted in the views and opinions of as wide a range of disabled
people as possible. Their work plan covers Independent Living,
Equalities, Human Rights and Engagement.
This is an event particularly for the disabled and Deaf people in the
North East Region. We do hope you
are able to attend. Please pass the invites onto disabled and Deaf
people or groups whose members may be interested in attending.
Invitation
Booking Form
Mr Benjamin R S Lawson will be taking a detour from his current sell out exhibition at the National Glass Centre in Sunderland to exhibit with ArtCafe / LaBoca. This is a limited run of three weeks only and will probably be Bens last exhibition.
More information.La Toongay Football Tournament will be held as part of this year’s Northern Pride, Saturday 12th July at Leazes Park (Black Bull entrance). Registration from 1.30pm, Kick off 2.00pm, Finish 5.00pm. Cost: £2.50 per team.This tournament is for fun, frolics in the sun and laughing lesbian footballers.
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The Lesbian and Gay Foundation would like to invite support for the forthcoming event at Manchester Cathedral which is aimed at welcoming lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people on Thursday 12th June 2008 at 7.30pm. The event is the result of excellent partnership working with The Bishop of Manchester, The Rt Rev Nigel McCulloch and his Advisory Group on Sexuality in offering much needed support to our communities over the last five years. There is much concern within our communities that with the constant presence of negative media headlines, ordinary people with general pastoral needs relating to sexuality will be forgotten.
There is evidence of homophobia in all faiths and an event such as this sends out a very positive message of an inclusive church that is welcoming and open to all. The Bishop of Manchester himself has promised the church and the gay community that he will do his utmost to keep the dialogue open, to
listen and to understand.
We believe that this event is a fantastic way in which we can advance our work together for the benefit of all in our communities to promote tolerance, understanding and break down the barriers which prevent lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people from being fully welcomed by the Anglican Church.
Durham Police Authority is committed to ensuring that County Durham and Darlington have an efficient and effective Police Force and to do this we need to listen to and act upon the views of our local communities. With effect from 1 October 2008 we will have three vacancies for members of the general public to work with us to help shape the way we operate, at least one of those appointed should also be a lay justice.
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- An overview of the Northern Pride festival – find out more about the activities that will be taking place in July.
- A statement on the recent postponement of N-Pride
- The Pride Parade Handbook - with more details on how to get involved and this year’s theme True Colours.The parade will be following a route through Newcastle city centre and culminating at the Pink Picnic in Leazes Park. Unfortunately it has not been possible to include motorized floats in this year’s parade but the handbook gives you lots of ideas on how to get involved. If you want to register your group to participate in the parade please send the registration form toSian.Broadhurst@newcastle.gov.uk
- Volunteers needed – Northern Pride is a volunteer run organization and we are looking for more people to help us to run our events in July. In particular, we are looking for people to be stewards on the Parade and Pink Picnic. If you can’t make it on the day itself then you can still get involved by volunteering to distribute our publicity. For more information please see the attached flyer or get in touch with Northern Pride.
- Art exhibition – La Boca art café will be hosting an exhibition of work by LGBT artists as part of this year’s Northern Pride Festival. For more information or if you would like to show your work please see the poster attached. Thanks to the guys at La Boca Art Café for organizing this event.
- Details of Northern Pride’s comedy night. The very best of LGBT comics rounded up under the same roof for one night only!
Overview of the Pride Festival
Statement on N-Pride
Pride Parade Handbook
Comedy Night information
Pride Market Stall bookings
We are the only dinner Theatre in the North East and would love all members from the lesbian and gay community to come along and enjoy a fabulous night in welcoming surroundings. For a truly magical night out with the finest food and spectacular entertainment, The Theatre Restaurant is a one-stop venue, offering the glitz and glamour of the West End and Broadway while you dine.
This exclusive venue is surely becoming Sunderland’s hot spot for all that is musical theatre. It is pure theatre from start to finish combining a fabulous three-course meal with dynamic musical productions. You will be escorted to your table, served your meal prepared by our talented and experienced chef, then the lights will dim, the music begins and the curtain rises for our main feature show. Every eight weeks there will be a new fantastic show and delicious menu to choose from.
More information: Sam Hawkins, The Theatre Restaurant, 1-2 John Street, Sunderland, SR1 1HT.
www.thetheatrerestaurant.com 0191 565 3580
Launch Party: Sunday 1st June 4pm – 7pm. Place: LaBoca Café, Upper Princess Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8ER (Next to Central Library) Tel: 0191 230 5756 Cost: Free Times: Mon 8.30am – 4pm / Tues - Sat 8.30am – 5pm Disabled Access: Yes.
More informationWe are pleased to tell you that Julie Storey has agreed to run a deaf-awareness session for us - July 16th 6.30 - 8.30 at Colby Court Fire Station in their Community Room. Address Colby Court Community Fire Station, Elswick Rd Newcastle NE4 6HL For map see-
http://www.twfire.org/yourarea/colby-court/contact-us
Places are limited so book in now by emailing: lgbt@met.uk.net
Louise Evan-Wong
We would like to invite you to the Northern Conference Against Racism that will take place on the 21st of June 2008 Northumbria University Students Union, in Newcastle-Upon Tyne. This conference is organised by TCAR (Tyneside Community Action for Refugees). There will be several interesting speakers as well as interactive workshops to choose from. As TCAR is mainly funded via donation, we have set a small fee for the conference - £3 for working people and free for unwaged.
To book a place, please contact Tom on 07813073846. Childcare is available but place are limited. If you would like to use it, please let us know when you book your place.
Durham Sub Area Meeting of North East Coalition on Disability is hosting an event aimed at improving the lives of, and making things equal for disabled and Deaf People: How will we know it is being done right if we aren’t involved and represented? We want to bring disabled people and Deaf People from User Led Organisation’s together to agree a way forward for representation at a Regional Level. This does not mean one organization but a coalition of user led organizations and disabled people working together.
The attached leaflet explains more of the past history to this. Date: 2nd June 2008 at 10am at the Pioneering Care Centre in Newton Aycliffe.
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Invitation
Booking Form
The Consortium and the National Support Service are running a one day event aimed at identifying support of LGBT organisations in the Voluntary and community sector in relation to funding and becoming sustainable. The event will be held on Wednesday 25 June in Sheffield.
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The next Rock n Doris is 14 June at the Side Café 8pm – 12 midnight. Live music. For LGBT people and our friends.
More informationThe West End Operatic Society's next performance is a version of "La Cage Aux Folles" (The Bird Cage). This will be performed at the Theatre Royal, Newcastle in April 2010. They are looking for around six boys to take the part of girls in the show. If you have some singing and dancing experience (especially tap dancing) and you are interested in taking part and treading the boards, please contact Dorothy Coleman on 0191 2670890 / dorothy@weos.co.uk
We are looking for an actor (female) for our new show A Twist of Lemon (a story that follows four lesbians on a trip to the island of Lesvos). We go into rehearsal on the 11th Aug and will be touring in Sept 2008. We are looking for a professional actor, aged around 40yrs (she is to play opposite a woman of the same age, and they were girlfriends from 13yrs to 28yrs, so have a big history together) this character needs to represent a really solid and sorted lesbian (her other half is still bouncing around with regards to her sexuality). Anyone interested in audition for this part can contact Catrina via email or at the office on the telephone number below.
Open Clasp's video is now online –
click here to watch!
Catrina McHugh, Artistic Community Development Director, Open Clasp Theatre Company, E -
catrina@openclasp.plus.com, W -
www.openclasp.org.uk T - 0191 230 1698, F - 0191 261 7144
The Sunderland Music Forum is seeking the help and support of everyone who likes music or who is involved in making music. Rock The Cats Bar is a FREE Music Festival Event happening on May 24th 08, at Sunderland’s Stadium Of Light. 12 noon to 5pm. The aim of this event is to kick start building up Sunderland’s Reputation as a Music City. All Community Projects, Schools, Colleges, Music Lovers and Music Makers in Sunderland are invited to attend and support this event.
The main purpose of Sunderland’s Music Festival is to encourage improved communication and representation of Sunderland’s Diverse Music Community. In addition to Performance, there are Workshops, a Local Music Record Stall and an Exhibition Space for People to Display What they do with regard to Music in Sunderland.
More informationAre you aged 16 to 21?
- Do you identify as lesbian or gay?
- Want to find out how you can take part in a new study into lesbian and gay youth?
I am a PhD student based at Newcastle University carrying out a study on the experiences of young gay men and lesbians. I am looking for gay men and lesbians aged between 16 and 21 to interview. I want to hear about your experiences of being young and gay or lesbian and your thoughts and feelings about your sexuality.
The study has been funded by the Economic and Social Research Council.The aim of the research is to look at the experiences of gay and lesbian youth, exploring what it means for you to be young and gay or lesbian.
The research shall explore how identifying as gay or lesbian shapes who you are and also what it is like to be young and gay or lesbian today.
Interviews should be about an hour long and will be tape recorded. Interviews will be strictly confidential and anonymous. You do not have to give your real name. Interviews will take place within Newcastle University, where the research is based, although other locations may be used if this is not suitable.Travel expenses will be reimbursed.
For more information, contact
edmund.research@ncl.ac.uk or Text 07942 773606
The Commission for Social Care Inspection explore equality and diversity issues from a health and social care perspective within their In Focus publication, which is attached and is of particular interest to anyone concerned about the quality of care for older LGBT people.
More informationInterested in forming an informal network or social group of lesbian and gay people who are parents or are thinking of becoming one?
Contact Anna on 0191 4133780
The International Lesbian and Gay Association (ILGA)-Europe and TransGender Europe have published a comprehensive report on the experiences of health care by transgender people in European Union.
More informationThis week we have launched our new look website outnortheast.com
http://www.outnortheast.com .
We will be busy over the next few days making sure it is packed full of the latest information, listings and back issues of Out North East Magazine. We thought you might be interested in taking a look, signing up to the Mailing List and maybe adding a link to our links page here:
http://www.outnortheast.com/link-submit.aspx For those of you who use RSS Readers, you can download a feed via the site to keep up to date with the latest features in the magazine, or pop the RSS code on your website and keep your visitors updated with the latest from the North East’s Only Gay and Lesbian Magazine. Please remember to keep checking back over the coming days for more information as it gets uploaded…Kind Regards, Simon Hatfield, Editor, Out North East.
I have a petition on the Prime Minister's web site to end the postcode lottery in healthcare provision, which causes much despair and anguish to transsexuals, myself included as its a common misconception that hormones affect the voice, facial hair and body hair they don't, though in some cases body hair can reduce it won't all go away.
http://petitions.pm.gov.uk/healthcare4ts
The
Quality of Life Partnership will host an over 50’s event were holding at MEA House on Thursday 22nd May. If you have any questions, or need the information in another format please contact: Michelle Mordue, Active Ageing Development Worker, Quality of Life Partnership, MEA House, Ellison Place Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 8XS, Tel No: 0191 2551985. Information now on the Older Persons Website:
www.informationnow.org.uk
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I have started an msn group for local transgender men an women, covering Tyne & Wear, Northumberland and Durham. It is hoped in the long run we will meet as a group, but that is driven by the needs of members as some are out than others. The group's address is
http://groups.msn.com/TyneWearTransgender It started as Tyne and Wear and has spread a little further. Stephanie Butterfield.
A one day conference in Sheffield will explore health inequalities for LGBT people. It takes place 19 June 2008.
More informationNorthumbria University has issued a call for papers for the national LGBT research conference (on Friday 28 November 2008) being organised by the University and College Union and being held in at Northumbria University in Newcastle upon Tyne. If you are interested or know someone who might wish to submit a paper, please read the attached information.
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Booking form
There's a new group getting together - its called 'Fruit Salad' - anyone who is lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (LGBT) can join. The group aims to be a social opportunity and also to help educate organisations about LGBT issues. ( I believe you can just take part in the bits you want you could just use it as a 'social' if you didn't want to be part of the 'educating'!) Anyone who is interested should contact Fruit Salad direct via Jamie on 07716 775102
Tyneside Rape Crisis Centre is proposing to start a writing group for lesbians who have experienced sexual violence.
More informationThe Department for Children Schools and Families has issued a guidelines document on Homophobic Bullying in Schools. A PDF version is available from the link below.
Homophobic Bullying Guidelines
Do you remember a time when you needed someone to talk to? Would you like to be trained and supported to offer something back so that other lesbians can get that service?
More informationSome of you have been asking about the forthcoming Anti-homophobic Bullying Guidance developed by Stonewall and EACH, which will be published early Autum. Stonewall are supporting the Guidance through a whole range of activities as part of their Education for All Pack.
Here is a list of all their activities - very exciting
Launching DCSF guidance on preventing and responding homophobic bullying in schools (September 07)
Launching our new poster campaign (October 07)
Participating in various events during anti-bullying week (November 07)
Touring Fit, which is theatre in education around sexual orientation and
homophobic bullying, in Glasgow, Manchester, London and Bournemouth
(September-December 07)
Launching Teacher Packs (Spring 08)
Second Gay Youth Event (Spring/Summer 08)
Third annual Education for All Conference (Summer 08)
If you want more information please contact Johan Jensen, Education Officer for Stonewall on
johan.jensen@stonewall.org.uk 020 7593 1860 and check out their website
www.stonewall.org.uk/education_for_allLaunchpad and Gateshead Mental Health User Forum are looking to set up a self-help and social support group for LGBT people with mental health issues.
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The Lesbian and Gay Foundation has launched its LGB rights guide. A copy can be viewed by following the link below, and it can be found in the publications section of this site.
LGF guide to your rightsCSI (Cramlington Sexual Identity) A group for gay, lesbian and bisexual young people aged between 13-19. This new youth group meets on Tuesdays every fortnight in Cramlington Town centre. A fun social group with topics ranging from coming out and family support to music & film. For more information contact Sharon on: 01670 597 865 or Steve at MESMAC on: 0191 233 1333.
A new free one-hour HIV testing service open to gay and bisexual men in the North East is now available in MESMAC offices in both Newcastle & Middlesbrough. The test is a simple finger prick test with pre and post test counselling and results within the hour.
The Newcastle sessions are available every Tuesday between 5-7pm, for more details please contact MESMAC on 0191 233 1333.
The Middlesbrough sessions are available for drop-in between 12 noon and 6pm on Tuesday's and appointments can be made for other days and times if required. To make an appointment call MESMAC Teesside on: 01642 804400.
The LBW Network has worked in partnership with Mind to develop a confidential support service for lesbian and bisexual women, or women questioning their sexuality. The service will offer one-to-one listening support, either face to face or through a telephone support line. They can provide support for a variety of difficulties, including stress, anxiety, depression, relationships and anger. For support or more information about this free service, contact Caroline at Middlesbrough Mind on 01642 248809, Middlesbrough Mind, 1st Floor, Grange Road, Middlesbrough TS1 5AU or contact Lesley.
In the last 5 years the national gay football league has grown from strength to
strength, but The Yorkshire Terriers are the most northern team for gay men and women to play in I think it’s about time Newcastle have a time of their own.
If you are aged between 16 to 116, love playing football whatever your ability
and have the desire to become the best team in the league, then email Rob your name, contact number and location to
robwood69@hotmail.co.uk
If you are not interested in playing then there other ways you can support
the team:- Side line support, sponsorship, admin help and half team orange
provider(not a real job)
