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Rainbow Alliance
This is a social and support network for all staff based at the University of York. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and supportive environment across the University, one that promotes equality for all.
LGBTQ+ Listening Exercise: next steps
In April 2023, we ran a workshop to begin our LGBTQ+ Listening exercise. In June 2023, as we marked York Pride, a session was held to explore key themes among the issues raised. We also ran an online exercise to enable as wide a range as possible of LGBTQ+ staff and students to give their views.
Find out more about the Listening Exercise outcomes
Joining the alliance
Membership of the Rainbow Alliance is open to all members of University staff who are committed to the aims of the network, whether full or part-time, temporary or permanent.
Follow the links below for information about this network. If you have any questions or would like to join the network please email equality@york.ac.uk.
Monthly socials
We meet on the first Thursday of the month from 5.30pm onwards at Brew York, Walmgate. All staff are welcome.
Find the dates in the EDI events calendar.
Monthly lunch club
Members of the Alliance meet up every fourth Wednesday of the month between 12.30-1.30pm, at the Church Lane Link Café for a monthly lunch club. All staff are welcome.
If you have any questions please get in touch at equality@york.ac.uk
International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia 2024
- Friday 17 May
- 12noon to 2pm, Church Lane CL/A/027
Join us at our LGBTQ+ staff and student drop-in to celebrate International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia - a global initiative that aims to raise awareness about discrimination, violence, and challenges faced by the LGBTQIA+ community. This year’s theme is "No one left behind: equality, freedom and justice for all."