Leeds LGBT+ Mapping Project are setting out to map activity in and around the city – from book clubs to running clubs, drag nights to queer migrant solidarity activism, mental health peer support groups to staff networks.
By looking at both formal and informal LGBT+ networks and infrastructure in Leeds the project seeks to understand
LGBT+ community capacity in the city
how different LGBT+ communities and networks knit together
how to build on and grow existing assets and activity
challenges and exclusions facing LGBT+ people and communities in Leeds
This project will provide an evidence base for future action supporting LGBT+ people in the city.
Building an online LGBT+ resource for Leeds
This mapping project will also provide the building blocks for an online LGBT+ community resource. The website will provide dedicated digital infrastructure for Leeds’ LGBT+ community - a place where people can share information and find out about everything that is going on in and around the city.
In the meantime, we have set up a Facebook page for the project Leeds LGBT+ Mapping Project,
Get involved
We are looking for individuals, groups and organisations to share their experiences of being part of the LGBT+ community in Leeds, and let us know what they think is needed to best support and grow LGBT+ community action in Leeds.
By feeding into this project you will
contribute to shaping the future LGBT+ support and community action in Leeds
help ensure that LGBT+ support in the city is inclusive and comprehensive
network with others in the community
promote your group, event, or campaign across Leeds
Please email if you are interested in participating. Anne@opforum.org.uk
