Happy Agender Pride Day! Today we celebrate everyone who is agender- people who experience no gender or exist outside traditional ideas of gender. Your identity is real, valid, and valued. #LGBTQ #LGBTBradford #AgenderPride

Today is IDAHOBIT! marking the moment homosexuality was removed from the WHO’s disease classification, a milestone for equality. This year’s theme reminds us: democracy must include LGBTQIA+ people. We stand for dignity, justice, and the right to live freely. #IDAHOBIT2026 #LGBTQ #LGBTBradford

Join us every Friday for our LGBTQ+ Coffee Socials A welcoming space for all ages to relax, chat, and connect over hot drinks, cakes, biscuits, and good company Whether you’re new or familiar, you’re always welcome. #LGBTQ #CoffeeSocial #LGBTBradford

Our next Out of the Box is Saturday 16th May 10.30am, making Kimihimo bracelets. Join us onlne (book by May 10th) and in person (book by May 14th) for this beginner's intro to this intricate Japanese craft: www.eventbrite.com/e/out-of-the...

Join us on Sunday 10th May for a stroll around St Ives estate and up to Druids Altar. Meeting 1pm at Bingley Train station, All welcome!

We joined Ilkley Pride & Diversity at Ilkley Carnival Dressed as crayons inspired by The Day the Crayons Quit, we brought colour and inclusion to the parade. A brilliant day celebrating community in the sun #IlkleyCarnival #IlkleyPride #LGBTQ #InclusionMatters #LGBTBradford

Can't wait for this Saturday! Here's a timetable for Takeover day so you can plan your visit 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️

Equity Youth Sessions – May 2026 is here! Safe, supportive spaces for LGBTQ+ young people to connect, express & be themselves Join us: 📧 [email protected] 📝 forms.cloud.microsoft/e/kUNwJqkA11 #LGBTQYouth #LGBTQ

We're really excited to welcome @wat3rfl0wer from Riga, sharing their unique perspecive on music making. Explore how plants can be used to generate sound in real time. Using bioelectrical signals from flowers, they create evolving ambient soundscapes that shift and evolve, 2/5 Cartwright Hall 🌻

🖍️ Local artist Rosie McAndrew will be providing illustrated maps of Lister Park and materials to track your journey through the area with the textures you find along the way. 🍁 Rosie will be outside the Refreshment Rooms all day, alongside Culture Cam on 2/5 at Cartwright Hall 🌿

🕊️ Catch Leeds Libraries fluttering into the event with live 3D printing! Watch tiny bird whistles, inspired by Jim Moir's Neo Fauna, being created right before your eyes. Swoop in quickly before they all take off! Find @leedsLibraries all day on the 2/5 in the Quiet Space #3Dprinting #zinelibrary

The Queer Language of Flowers: talk and craft workshop with Dr Kit Heyam. 💮 Join us for a short talk about the queer history of flower symbolism, before making your own felt flower brooch to pin onto your bag or gift to a loved one. Materials provided. 02/05/26 Cartwright Hall

Our next artist for the Takeover Day is Lawrence Molloy, a Yorkshire-based artist working at the intersection of art and science, exploring the tension between making and unmaking. He will be facilitating workshops all day in the Learning Room, creating cyanotypes to take away with you.

Join Matilya Njau artist-gardener, folk herbalist & facilitator for a medative tea ceremony, using all your senses! 🌸 My practice is centred around building meaningful relationships between people & plants, using herbal medicine to connect with self, ancestors & all beings. 🌿 02/05 Cartwright Hall

Mycelium Manifestos: Collage and Printmaking Workshop    Learn about queer ecology, mycelium networks and their parallels to queer theory Create manifesto posters with printmaking and collage . Book onto this interactive workshop, starting at 11.30am

We're so excited about the Takeover Day on the 2nd May! Rugged Raven will be on site for the whole day creating magical, nature‑inspired lanterns using reclaimed bottles, tubes and recycled paper #lgbtqcrafts

Introducing our events and activities for the Takeover Day at Cartwright Hall. First up we have Lisa Holmes and Nellie the Cutlure Cam! Step inside Nellie to experience traditional darkroom photography with sustainable slant-based processes, in a beautifully transformed caravan turned camera!

SAVE THE DATE! In partnership with Bradford Museums, we'll be taking over Cartwright Hall on 2nd May and we'd love you to join us! On 2nd May, from 11-4pm explore the exhibtions and take part in talks and workshops, all welcome!

Looking to connect with other LGBTQ+ people navigating adulthood? Trailblazer is our 18-30s group where you can meet others, share experiences, From chill hangouts and gaming nights to career chats and planned trips. Find out more or get in touch: [email protected] #LGBTQ

What does visibility mean to you? Today we celebrate ace identities in all their diversity. Ace is an umbrella term that includes many experiences across the asexual spectrum. Let’s listen, learn, and amplify ace voices. #AsexualVisibilityDay #AceVisibility

Our April Youth Group Schedule is here! If you’re interested in joining one of our LGBTQ+ youth groups, fill in our form: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/kUNwJqkA11 or email [email protected]

For #TDoV, our members placed positive handwritten messages around Bradford to celebrate and uplift the trans community. You are seen, valued, and valid. #TransJoy #LGBTQ #TransDayOfVisibility

Today we celebrate International Transgender Day of Visibility, recognising the strength and contributions of trans & non-binary people everywhere. Visibility matters, but so do safety, support, and community. 💙💗🤍 #TransDayOfVisibility #LGBTQ #LGBTBradford #EquityPartnership

Looking for a friendly LGBTQ+ youth space? Meet other young people, explore who you are, make friends, or just be yourself; no questions asked. Groups include Sound, Shade, Spectrum & Phoenix. 📧 [email protected] Sign Up: forms.office.com/e/kUNwJqkA11

Looking for a relaxed space to connect with other trans & nonbinary adults? Our monthly 18+ meet-up is a friendly place to chat, drink tea, eat biscuits, and support each other. For more info email: [email protected]

Happy International Women's Day! Here at Equity we've picked some of our most inspiring LGBTQ+ women to share. When our rights globally are coming under attack, we want to urge folks to come together and build community support #IWD2026

Join us for March's Out of the Box session, meeting online and in person.This month we'll be using stones and paint pens to design and make our own Tic Tac Toe game, to pop in our pocket and play out and about! 📅 Saturday 28th March ⏰️ 10.30am - 1pm 🎟️ Booking here: www.eventbrite.com/e/1757437826...

Join Equity's themed book group, and find your new lit obsession! We read and listen to books on a theme, and have suggestions if it's hard to choose! March’s theme is Fairytales. 📚️ Our choice: Queer as Folklore by Sacha Coward. Read our choice, or bring along your favourite to share🧚‍♂️ 🧜‍♀️ ✨

Join us for our first Out and About walk of the year 📅 Sunday 8th March ⏰️ Meeting 1pm 📍 Riddlesden Hall, BD20 5EL 🥾 approx 4 miles, expect woodland and canal paths, bring your walking boots, snacks and a sense of adventure! Perfect prep for Rainbow Camp! 🌈 👣 ✉️ sophie [at] equitypartnership.org.uk

Today we celebrate Lily Madigan! A transgender activist and political organiser, she’s been a strong advocate for trans rights and LGBTQ+ inclusion in the UK helping bring conversations on equality, representation, and trans visibility into mainstream politics #LilyMadigan #LGBTQHistory #LGBTQ

Read Equity Partnership's March Newsletter here! 🌸 🗞️ us2.campaign-archive.com?e=__test_ema...

Today we celebrate Rene Matić! A British non-binary artist exploring race, identity, and subculture. Through photography and installation, they challenge norms and celebrate community contributing to LGBTQ+ history through powerful queer storytelling. #ReneMatic #LGBTQHistory #LGBTQ #LGBTBradford

Come camping with us! Sharing food, walks and stories around the firepit! 20-22nd March. Link to book: forms.gle/kM8rEeuwQoJH... If you have any questions or want to chat about any aspect of the trip please contact sophie[at]equitypartnership.org.uk

Today we celebrate Ben Barres! A groundbreaking neurobiologist and openly transgender scientist, he transformed brain research while championing inclusion in STEM becoming one of the first openly trans members of the US National Academy of Sciences #BenBarres #LGBTQHistory #TransInSTEM #LGBTQ

HOWL is the LGBTQ+ choir for Bradford! Come to the 1st gathering, have a sing, make some noise and shape Bradford’s queer choir. No prior singing experience needed. Sunday 1st March, 3.30-5pm Equity Partnership

Today we celebrate Laurel Hubbard! A New Zealand weightlifter who made history as one of the first openly transgender athletes to compete at the Olympic Games, marking a powerful moment for trans visibility and inclusion in sport. #LaurelHubbard #LGBTQHistory #TransVisibility #LGBTQ #LGBTBradford

Today we celebrate Juno Dawson! A bestselling author and proud transgender woman, her novels and non-fiction have transformed LGBTQ+ representation, championing trans visibility, inclusive storytelling, and the power of queer voices. #JunoDawson #LGBTQHistory #TransVisibility #LGBTQ #LGBTBradford

Today we celebrate Cavetown! An openly trans singer-songwriter, their honest, heartfelt music has helped LGBTQ+ young people feel seen and understood—creating space for queer and trans joy, vulnerability, and visibility through music. #Cavetown #LGBTQHistory #TransVisibility #LGBTQ #LGBTBradford

Today we celebrate Nadia Whittome! One of the UK’s youngest MPs and an openly bisexual politician, she’s been a strong voice for LGBTQ+ rights supporting trans equality, inclusive education, and protections for queer communities in national politics #NadiaWhittome #LGBTQHistory #LGBTQ #LGBTBradford

Today we celebrate Julia Serano! A transgender bisexual writer, activist, and biologist, she’s reshaped conversations on gender and identity. Through her books and advocacy, Julia uplifts trans voices and makes a lasting impact on LGBTQ+ history and equality. #JuliaSerano #LGBTQHistory #LGBTQ

Today we celebrate Jeff Molina! A rising MMA fighter and proud openly bisexual athlete breaking barriers in a tough sport. By living authentically and competing at the highest level, he inspires LGBTQ+ visibility and acceptance in MMA and beyond. #JeffMolina #LGBTQHistory #LGBTQ #LGBTBradford

Today we celebrate Joe Lycett! A comedian and outspoken LGBTQ+ advocate, he uses humour to challenge homophobia, call out injustice, and push for equality—proving comedy can be a powerful force for queer visibility and change. #JoeLycett #LGBTQHistory #LGBTQ #LGBTBradford

Yasmin Benoit is a model, asexual & aromantic activist, and researcher. She has spoken about misrepresentation in a BBC Three documentary on asexuality, hosted the first asexual-themed bar at London Pride (2019), and is a visiting research fellow at King’s College London. #AroAwarenessWeek

Today we celebrate Virginia Woolf! A pioneering writer who challenged gender norms, sexuality, and identity, her novels, essays, and love letters to Vita Sackville-West helped shape queer literature and feminist thought, leaving a lasting LGBTQ+ legacy. #VirginiaWoolf #LGBTQHistory #LGBTQ

Happy Lunar New Year! Wishing our LGBTQ+ community and allies joy, prosperity, and pride. We celebrate the richness of East and Southeast Asian cultures and the strength of queer voices within them. Here’s to new beginnings and solidarity. #LunarNewYear #HappyLunarNewYear #LGBTQ #LGBTBradford

This week is dedicated to raising awareness and fostering acceptance of aromantic spectrum identities. Aromantic people experience little to no romantic attraction but that doesn’t mean a lack of love, connection, or meaningful relationships. #AromanticSpectrum #AroAwarenessWeek #LGBTQBradford

Today we celebrate Cynthia Erivo! A multi-award-winning actor, singer, and openly queer artist, her visibility has shaped LGBTQ+ history, expanding representation for queer people, especially QTIPOC communities, and inspiring pride and self-expression. #CynthiaErivo #LGBTQHistory #QTIPOC #LGBTQ

Today we celebrate Zack Polanski! A British politician and, as of Sept 2025, leader of the UK Green Party. Jewish, gay, and vegan, he’s spoken out for gay and trans rights while focusing on Gaza, the climate crisis, and the cost-of-living crisis. #ZackPolanski #LGBTQHistory #LGBTQ #LGBTbradford

Today we celebrate Alan Turing! A brilliant mathematician and codebreaker whose work helped end WWII, Turing’s life is a powerful symbol in LGBTQ+ history, honouring queer brilliance while remembering the injustice he faced and the need for equality and pride. #AlanTuring #LGBTQHistory #LGBTQ

Today we celebrate James Baldwin! A brilliant writer, activist, and openly gay Black man, his words reshaped conversations on race, sexuality, and justice. Through essays and novels, he gave voice to queer love, resistance, and liberation. #JamesBaldwin #LGBTQHistory #BlackQueerHistory #LGBTQ