Wave is born on 12 February 2019!

To celebrate, BCLP are hosting an evening of drinks, refreshments and a panel discussion around LGBT+ representation in digital, social and mainstream media. To mark LGBT+ History Month, we are keen to discuss the changes we have seen over time and whether these representations are improving. There will be various topics in play throughout the evening, including:

•    How LGBT+ portrayal in the media has changed in recent years, as February is LGBT+ history month.
•    Whether LGBT+ characters should only be played by actors with the same gender/sexuality.
•    Perceptions of the community outside gay white males - the importance of diverse role models.
•    Is it / should it be “news” when famous people come out?
•    Negative media around trans.
•    LGBT+ advertising campaigns and how they are normalising perceptions of the community.

The panellists joining us to give their say on this topic are:

•    Lady Phyll Opoku-Gyimah, executive director of UK Black Pride.
•    Luke Williams, trans lawyer and lecturer.
•    Sanisha Wynter, Race Equity and Inclusion Advisor at NUS.
•    Josh Cole, commissioning editor at Sky and executive producer of the new HBO/Sky Atlantic TV series Sally4Ever.

We would love for you to join us in this discussion, and for drinks to celebrate the launch of our collaborative network.

Tickets are limited so sign up now to avoid missing out!

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