LGBT+ History Month (UK)

LGBT+ History Month runs through February in the UK and explores the history of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people and their communities. In the US, LGBTQ+ History Month is marked in October instead.

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February is LGBT+ History Month in the UK, a chance to learn about the history of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people and the changes they fought for. This month, why not read or watch something about a part of that history you didn't know, and share it in [channel]? Details of our events and support networks are at [link], and allies are always welcome. Inclusion matters every month, and if anything at work makes you feel unwelcome, please speak up.

February is LGBT+ History Month in the UK, a chance to learn about the history of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people and the changes they fought for. This month, why not read or watch something about a part of that history you didn't know, and share it in [channel]? Details of our events and support networks are at [link], and allies are always welcome. Inclusion matters every month, and if anything at work makes you feel unwelcome, please speak up.

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February is LGBT+ History Month in the UK. Share a book, film or story from LGBT+ history that has stayed with you.

February is LGBT+ History Month in the UK. Share a book, film or story from LGBT+ history that has stayed with you.

Talking points

For managers and team leads.

- Learning about history is a good way in, and everyone is welcome to take part. - Never assume or ask about anyone's sexual orientation or gender identity. - Make sure people know how to raise concerns about exclusion or harassment.

- Learning about history is a good way in, and everyone is welcome to take part.
- Never assume or ask about anyone's sexual orientation or gender identity.
- Make sure people know how to raise concerns about exclusion or harassment.

Tone note

How to pitch it.

Invite rather than presume: let LGBT+ colleagues decide whether to share their own experiences, and don't rely on them to educate others. Avoid tokenistic gestures without action behind them.

Invite rather than presume: let LGBT+ colleagues decide whether to share their own experiences, and don't rely on them to educate others. Avoid tokenistic gestures without action behind them.

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Try these subject lines to boost open rates:

LGBT+ History Month (UK): What we're doing this year
It's LGBT+ History Month (UK) — here's how you can get involved
This week: LGBT+ History Month (UK) + team news
1 February: LGBT+ History Month (UK) at [Company]

How to feature this in your newsletter

Plan ahead — Add LGBT+ History Month (UK) to your content calendar at least 2 weeks before the date so you have time to gather content and images.
Choose your angle — Will you run a dedicated special edition, or include it as a section in your regular newsletter? Bigger events work well as specials; smaller ones fit into your weekly digest.
Involve your people — Ask employees to share their stories, experiences, or ideas related to LGBT+ History Month (UK). User-generated content always gets higher engagement.
Include a call to action — Give readers something to do: attend an event, share a message, learn something new, or donate to a cause.

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Related dates

Mar

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Jun

Pride Month

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Jun

Juneteenth

Juneteenth on 19 June commemorates the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas were told they had been freed. It is now a US federal holiday, observed on the nearest weekday when it falls at a weekend.

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World Refugee Day

World Refugee Day on 20 June is a United Nations day that honours people forced to flee their homes because of conflict or persecution. It recognises their strength and the contributions they make to their communities.

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