Comedy MindOut for the Laughs to return in August with fierce stand up and spectacular drag! Join MindOut, the LGBTQ+ mental health service, for MindOut for the Laughs – a pre-Pride comedy cabaret fundraising party at Komedia Brighton on Wednesday, August 2; doors 6.30pm for 7.30pm start. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Business News Brighton LGBTQ+ venue Le Village has closed its doors “We would like to thank everyone that has supported us over the years; this week is our final week so please come along and support us at some of our final events.” By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Arts Suicide prevention initiative Baton of Hope to bring An Evening of Hope to Brighton Dome on Wednesday, July 5 The Baton of Hope presents a safe, unifying evening of uplifting melodies and stories about connection, community, survival and, above all, hope. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Exhibitions Brighton Box to host local artist Christopher Crawford Local HIV charity the Sussex Beacon is charity partner for the event, which will be a great opportunity to meet the artist and admire his work. After the Brighton Box event, head to Grosvenor Bar in Hove for an after party with cabaret from the sensational Lovinia Belle. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ Choirs One week to go till Actually Gay Men’s Chorus’ summer shows – Sussex by the Sea Expect a set list as colourful as the county itself. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Pride PRIDE AT 50 – Dare to Be Different campaign to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Brighton’s first Pride march With just 50 days to go until this year’s event, Brighton & Hove Pride celebrates a milestone 50th Anniversary of the first Pride march in the city with their Pride at 50 – Dare To Be Different campaign. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Fundraising News Members of LGBTQ+ swimming group Out to Swim set out to conquer the English Channel After months of hard work and training, members of LGBTQ+ swimming group Out to Swim will today set off to conquer the English Channel. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News Brighton & Hove Sea Serpents present Drag Brunch and Beyond with Alfie Ordinary and Lazy Susan at Arcobaleno on Sunday, July 30 Hosted by drag superstars Alfie Ordinary and Lazy Susan, and featuring live performances, brunch, raffle, live music and more, the event takes place at Arcobaleno on Sunday, July 30 from 12.30pm. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Jobs Brighton & Hove skills and employment fair at Brighton Centre on Friday, June 23 Brighton & Hove City Council working in partnership with the Sussex Council of Training Providers (SCTP) to bring the Brighton & Hove City Skills and Employment Fair 2023. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Brighton Bear Weekend GET VOTING! Participants of Mr Brighton Bear 2023 announced The Mr Brighton Bear competition, now in its fifth year, promises to be bigger and better than ever, with six handsome and charismatic participants ready to win hearts and the coveted title. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Red heart in the hands of man. A symbol of goodness, mercy, hope and love. Vector illustration in flat style. News Carers Week – recognising the value of carers in our communities Carers Week (June 5-11) celebrates the UK’s unpaid carers who support family members and friends who have a disability, mental or physical illness, or need extra help in their daily lives. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News Brighton research reveals hidden sexual abuse of men and barriers to seeking support Men experience a range of unwanted sexual experiences including child sexual abuse, sexual harassment, sexual assault and rape. Over two thirds (65%) of the men who participated in the study had more than one unwanted sexual experience, with sexual assault and sexual harassment most reported. The ma By Graham Robson • 3 min read
