February is LGBT+ History Month – an annual month long observance which celebrates the visibility, lives, experiences and achievements of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people throughout history.



 

At BCUSU we’re proud of our diverse community which supports students of any sexual orientation or gender identity, you can use this page to find out how to get involved with the LGBT+ community at BCU and in Birmingham!

"February is LGBTQ+ History Month, a time to highlight LGBTQ+ people in all our communities. This year’s theme: Science and innovation, allows us to acknowledge the contributions of LGBT+ people historically and today.

"Join our on campus events throughout the month such as our weekly film screenings. Check out bcusu.com to see what’s happening.

"Did you know all our Liberation Societies are free to join? If you’re looking for community at BCU, join BCUSU LGBTQ+ Society, they meet regularly and are free to join. Give them a follow on Instagram to see when you can get involved: @bcusu_lgbtq"

Events

BCU's Black History Month Exhibition
1st October midnight - 31st October 11:59pm
Snow Hill Square, Snow Hill Square, Birmingham
BCU's School of Arts presents a free special outdoor exhibition celebrating BHM 2026.
Awareness Month Event | In Person Event | Anytime Event | Wellbeing | Off Campus | School of Art | Black History Month | Birmingham Event
Black History Month BHM: Comedy Shutdown
11th October 6pm - 8:30pm
70 Hurst Street, B5 4TD
COBO : Comedy Shutdown proudly presents our Black History Month Special, hitting venues across the UK this October
Awareness Month Event | In Person Event | Off Campus | Black History Month | Birmingham Event
BCU Black History Month Black Futures: Careers & Connections Fair
13th October 10am - 2pm
Seacole Atrium
Connect with businesses, employers and community organisations...
Awareness Month Event | University-led Event | In Person Event | On Campus | Black History Month
BCU Black History Month BHM: BCU Celebration
14th October 10am - 2pm
Seacole Building (SCT046)
Join BCU's Global Majority Staff Network Black History Month Celebration
Awareness Month Event | University-led Event | In Person Event | On Campus | Black History Month
BCU Black History Month Black Futures: Careers & Connections Fair
15th October 10am - 2pm
Curzon Atrium
Connect with businesses, employers and community organisations...
Awareness Month Event | University-led Event | In Person Event | On Campus | Black History Month
BCU Black History Month BHM: Film Night
20th October 5pm - 8pm
Curzon Building (C087)
BCU Induction Team event: Watch Black Panther (2018)
Awareness Month Event | University-led Event | In Person Event | On Campus | Black History Month
Black History Month 'Black Policing event' BHM: Black Policing Event
21st October 4pm - 7pm
Curzon Building (C192)
Honouring Our Communities: Bridging the Gap Between Policing, Justice, and Black British Lives
Awareness Month Event | University-led Event | In Person Event | On Campus | Black History Month
Black History Month BHM: BlackFest
30th October 6pm - 11pm
2 Vicarage Rd, B14 7RA
A vibrant mix of culture, creativity and community for the ultimate Black Arts Showcase
Awareness Month Event | In Person Event | Off Campus | Black History Month | Birmingham Event

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Useful resources and support services

point to external linkBirmingham LGBT Centre

The Birmingham LGBT Centre - is a hub for Birmingham's LGBT+ community. The organisation was set up in 2002 to reinvigorate the community in the city

point to external linkBirmingham LGBT support services

Access wellbeing and counselling through Birmingham LGBT, they also offer support to prevent isolation, hate-crime and violence in the community

point to external linkBirmingham LGBT sexual health services

Access a professional and sensitive service for LGBTQ+ people, such as HIV prevention, STI testing, free contraception and more...

point to external linkStonewall

A national charity that stands up for lesbian, gay, bi, trans, queer, questioning and ace (LGBTQ+) people

point to external linkUmbrella

A free, accessible and confidential sexual health services in Birmingham and Solihull, including all types of contraception, and STI testing and treatment

point to external linkBCU Library reading list

Check our BCU Library's collection of LGBTQ+ book recommendations

point to external linkLGBT+ History Month

For more information about this month's theme and other resources

LGBTQ+ Month Spotify Playlist

Listen to this specially curated playlist from members of Scratch Radio with some of the world's favourite LGBTQ+ artists and some artists you ought to know!

Listen now!

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