Thanks to funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund we were able to introduce a project for secondary age children and young people in 2023. We held a launch event for the community in Harraby Community Campus, with speaker Jude Guaitamacchi, music from Miss Pearl and provided a free screening of Love Simon ... because EVERYONE deserves a love story!

 

A series of workshops then began throughout the year covering a range of topics related to LGBT+ history, looking at key events, figures, and milestones that have shaped the community, from the Stonewall Riots to the fight for marriage equality.

 

'Create with Pride' sessions explore the diverse experiences of LGBT+ people, including those from underrepresented groups such as people of colour, transgender individuals, and disabled people. In addition to learning about history, participants are encouraged to get creative and explore different ways of sharing the information with their peers. 'Create with Pride' provides opportunities to work on a range of projects, from creating posters and displays to producing digital media.

 

We hope that this project will inspire young people to take an active interest in LGBT+ history and share their knowledge with their peers in a positive way. By raising awareness and promoting understanding, the project aims to create a more inclusive and accepting environment for everyone in the community.

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To find out more contact CreateWithPride@CumbriaPride.org