Blackpool LGBT+ Business Networking Group

June is Pride Month, and to celebrate just being and everyone's diversity, HIVEArts is hosting an amazing exhibition... Be proud, be arty, and !
Please note this exhibition is restricted to 4 pieces per artist, thanks.

Artwork Submission Dates: May 23 - 31, between 11 AM and 4 PM.

Blackpool Council alongside other key organisations are encouraging conversations about the south western part of Claremont area. United Youth Alliance alongside young people have co-designed an engagement questionnaire to ask young people aged 12 - 25 about their views.If you are aged 12 - 25 your voice matters. Please complete the questionnaire. This will be open for responses from Tuesday 24th October 2023, closing on 5th December 2023.

https://forms.office.com/e/e4fstprtMz

Another fabulous addition to the Pride Committee, please welcome Jaide Foster-Howarth 🏳️‍🌈

I have been part of the LGBTQAI+ community for over 30 years, both on a personal and professional basis. Performing in drag as Zanadu Minnelli for 29 yrs.

As a proud trans woman, I volunteer for local LGBTQ support groups, talk to schools about trans issues, and I put together the 1st Trans community float for Pride 2023. I was nominated for a National Diversity Award, and I was a finalist in 2022 and nominated again in 2023 for my work with the local trans community.

Im looking forward to getting involved with Blackpool Pride and working with all the diverse groups in our fabulous town.

Happy International Le***an day! 👩‍❤️‍💋‍👩

Let us know who your favourite female icons are in the comments below.

Today we would like to introduce another new committee member, Phillip Charles. Welcome to the team!

I'm so excited about joining the pride committee for a number of reasons. Firstly to volunteer alongside some of Blackpool's most well respected people who tirlessly work to bring pride to life whilst also having a job, family and other commitments, is a huge honor. Secondly because im totally focused on the fact that Blackpool Pride can and will thrive, with such a good team on board. And lastly to empower people to be who they want to be and offer support to many people who still suffer from stigma. Many people dont see the work behind the scenes that is done, and done with total love for the community not to make a name for oneself.

Exciting times ahead have
Your say follow this link blackpool.gov.uk/beyou

Over the next few days, we will be introducing some of our newest committee members as we embark on our exciting new journey of planning Pride 2024 🏳️‍🌈

First up, please welcome Shaun...

I’m Shaun and I am proud to be able to join Blackpool Pride Committee for 2024.

I grew up in a time and place when being gay was something that should be kept a secret, and nothing to be proud of.

I came to Blackpool in 1999 and discovered the wonderful Blackpool LGBTQ+ community. I remember walking through the doors of the old Handbag and feeling for the first time that I belonged - those first tentative steps into the community helped me to realise that there is a world in which I can be out, loud, and proud! I met my partner of 12 years (though we’ve known each other a lot longer) in the new Flying Handbag and have met, loved, and lost some amazing friends along the way.

I trained in Stage Management and Technical theatre and worked in various venues across Blackpool and the Fylde coast before, in 2013, I joined the senior leadership team at the iconic Blackpool Grand Theatre; helping to ensure that the Grand continues to thrive for the future.

Blackpool and its LGBTQ+ community has a special place in my heart, and I am really excited that I have been given the opportunity to use my skills and experience to give something back to our community and help Blackpool Pride grow into a fantastic festival for all to enjoy.

Exciting news! Don't forget to indulge in delicious snacks at our brand-new Mezz tuck shop before and after performances at TheOE. 🍿🍫

With "Chat Sh*t Get Hit" just around the corner, fuel up for the show with some delectable snacks. 🍿🎉

Friendly reminder: We're currently accepting cash payments only. 💵

Also, can we talk about how cute our new little tuck shop looks? 😍😍

Hi welcome to all LGBT+  Business is out there please feel free advertise on this new LGBTQ plus networking group 🤩🤩🤩

H A L L O W E E N S P E C I A L 🎃
with pop diva the one & only Official Kelly Wilde at Rendezvous Bar ‼️
Saturday, 28th October 2023
Best 👻 fancy dress = prize bar tab!
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