LGBT in Justice
Rose Court, 2 Southwark Bridge, SE1 9HS
Wed 17th February: 1.30pm to 4pm.
Thurs 18th February: 10.30am to 1pm
The Ministry of Justice hosts two sessions on the history of legislation against the LGBT community. They're also appealing for your help in improving their understanding of the needs of the LGBT community. Come and have your say on how courts and tribunals deal with their LGBT customers. To book a place contact Jan Warner on 02920 678363 or janet.warner@justice.gsi.gov.uk

 

 

Different Families
Peckham Library Children's Section, 122 Peckham Hill Street, SE15 5JR. Wednesday 17th February, 5 - 6pm
Southwark Libraries launches a collection of books celebrating a diverse range of family life situations, including single parents, two mums, two dads. "Books That Celebrate Diversity" will be of special interest to parents, carers, children, and young people.
The launch will take place at Peckham Library, 122 Peckham Hill Street, SE15 5JR
If you would like to attend please contact Elaine Walters on 020 7525 3889 or email: elaine.walters@southwark.gov.uk

 

An evening with Kenneth Anger
Tate Modern (Starr Auditorium), Bankside, SE1 9TG
Friday 19th February: 7pm to 9pm
Much like other pioneering queer filmmakers such as Jean Cocteau and Maya Deren, Anger's films investigate a dark, mystical sexuality that opens up new worlds. To mark LGBT History Month, Anger presents 90 minutes of his unforgettable films. Admission £5 (£4 concessions). Booking recommended.
www.tate.org.uk/modern/eventseducation/film/20958

 

Walk this way!
Sashay into gay history with a guided queer stroll.
CoolTan Arts Largactyl Shuffle
Gay History Walk
Date: Saturday 20 February 2010

Start: 12noon, Maudsley Hospital, Denmark Hill
Sashay around South London with CoolTan Arts' Largactyl Shuffle and find out 101 little-known facts about London's most under-cover borough.
Walkers meet at 12 noon at the main entrance of Maudsley Hospital, Denmark Hill, SE5 8AZ. Call CoolTan Arts on 07985658443 if you require further information or cannot find the group of walkers on the day.
5 Mile walk through the back streets of Southwark- allow 3-4 hours. Feel free to bring sandwiches and a bottle of water. Along the route there will be an opportunity to have a 20 minute break at CoolTan Arts for refreshments and to view artwork created by CoolTan participants. The walk is free but a voluntary contribution will be appreciated, all money goes towards CoolTan Arts.
Further information is available from: Kathrin Kirrmann, Communications Officer, CoolTan Arts, 020 7701 2696 kathrin@cooltanarts.org.uk www.cooltanarts.org.uk

 

Southwark LGBT Network AGM
6.30pm to 8.30pm Tuesday 2nd March at InSpire - The Crypt at St Peter's Church, Liverpool Grove, SE17 2HH
Guest speakers: Clare Dimyon (Educator and Pride activist) and Mark Healey (Founder 17-24-30, Organiser London Hate Crime Vigil, Trafalgar Square, 30 October 2009).

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For further information on any of these events, contact
Michael Cleere, Community Cohesion Co-ordinator, Southwark Council, on 020 7525 5645 or
Michael.Cleere@southwark.gov.uk
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