BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Equality Network - ECPv6.3.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.equality-network.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Equality Network REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20160327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20161030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20170326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20171029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20180325T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20181028T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20190331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20191027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20200329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20201025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20210328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20211031T010000 END:STANDARD TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20170101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210418T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210418T160000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20210305T165346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210305T165455Z UID:10715-1618754400-1618761600@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Including Intersectional Identities in Services DESCRIPTION:Book now for free intersectionality training for paid and unpaid workers and volunteers in community groups and the third sector. Learn to improve inclusion for all service users with the budget or time you have\, however low. For more information and booking tickets click here. URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/including-intersectional-identities-in-services/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.equality-network.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/III-banner.png ORGANIZER;CN="Equality Network Intersectional Team":MAILTO:mel@equality.hwyr.co.uk/2021 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200225T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200225T203000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20200203T143505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200203T151614Z UID:9669-1582655400-1582662600@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Equal Recognition Consultation - Aberdeen DESCRIPTION:Have your say on the draft Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill. \nThe proposals for reform of the Gender Recognition Act affect trans people and LGBTI communities across Scotland\, it is important that your views are heard. \nEquality Network and Scottish Trans Alliance are holding four special LGBTI consultation events to support you to have your say to the government\, and to hear your views to inform our own work. \nWe’ll discuss the consultation\, including: \n\nApplication periods for Gender Recognition Certificates\nThe period of reflection\nExtending Gender Recognition to young people\nThe inclusion of non-binary people\nAny other questions you might have\n\nThe event will last around 2 hours and refreshments will be available. We ask participants to register in advance for this event\, so we can ensure we meet access requirements\, and have enough refreshments. \nTravel expenses can be paid where the cost of travel is a barrier to participation. \nAll events are open to lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people and their family/friends. URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/equal-recognition-consultation-aberdeen/ LOCATION:Aberdeen Arts Centre\, 33 King Street\, Aberdeen\, AB24 5AA\, United Kingdom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200220T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200220T203000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20200203T151523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200203T151523Z UID:9682-1582223400-1582230600@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Equal Recognition Consultation - Inverness DESCRIPTION:Have your say on the draft Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill. \nThe proposals for reform of the Gender Recognition Act affect trans people and LGBTI communities across Scotland\, it is important that your views are heard. \nEquality Network and Scottish Trans Alliance are holding four special LGBTI consultation events to support you to have your say to the government\, and to hear your views to inform our own work. \nWe’ll discuss the consultation\, including: \n\nApplication periods for Gender Recognition Certificates\nThe period of reflection\nExtending Gender Recognition to young people\nThe inclusion of non-binary people\nAny other questions you might have\n\nThe event will last around 2 hours and refreshments will be available. We ask participants to register in advance for this event\, so we can ensure we meet access requirements\, and have enough refreshments. \nTravel expenses can be paid where the cost of travel is a barrier to participation. \nAll events are open to lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people and their family/friends. URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/equal-recognition-consultation-inverness/ LOCATION:Spectrum Centre\, 1B Margaret Street\, Inverness\, IV1 1LS\, United Kingdom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200219T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200219T203000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20200203T150712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200203T150712Z UID:9679-1582137000-1582144200@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Equal Recognition Consultation - Glasgow DESCRIPTION:Have your say on the draft Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill. \nThe proposals for reform of the Gender Recognition Act affect trans people and LGBTI communities across Scotland\, it is important that your views are heard. \nEquality Network and Scottish Trans Alliance are holding four special LGBTI consultation events to support you to have your say to the government\, and to hear your views to inform our own work. \nWe’ll discuss the consultation\, including: \n\nApplication periods for Gender Recognition Certificates\nThe period of reflection\nExtending Gender Recognition to young people\nThe inclusion of non-binary people\nAny other questions you might have\n\nThe event will last around 2 hours and refreshments will be available. We ask participants to register in advance for this event\, so we can ensure we meet access requirements\, and have enough refreshments. \nTravel expenses can be paid where the cost of travel is a barrier to participation. \nAll events are open to lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people and their family/friends. URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/equal-recognition-consultation-glasgow/ LOCATION:The Albany Learning & Conference Centre (GCVS)\, 44 Ashley Street\, Glasgow\, G3 6DS\, United Kingdom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200218T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200218T203000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20200203T145006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200203T145006Z UID:9676-1582050600-1582057800@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Equal Recognition Consultation - Edinburgh DESCRIPTION:Have your say on the draft Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill. \nThe proposals for reform of the Gender Recognition Act affect trans people and LGBTI communities across Scotland\, it is important that your views are heard. \nEquality Network and Scottish Trans Alliance are holding four special LGBTI consultation events to support you to have your say to the government\, and to hear your views to inform our own work. \nWe’ll discuss the consultation\, including: \n\nApplication periods for Gender Recognition Certificates\nThe period of reflection\nExtending Gender Recognition to young people\nThe inclusion of non-binary people\nAny other questions you might have\n\nThe event will last around 2 hours and refreshments will be available. We ask participants to register in advance for this event\, so we can ensure we meet access requirements\, and have enough refreshments. \nTravel expenses can be paid where the cost of travel is a barrier to participation. \nAll events are open to lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people and their family/friends. URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/equal-recognition-consultation-edinburgh/ LOCATION:Grassmarket Community Project\, 86 Candlemaker Row\, Edinburgh\, EH1 2QA\, United Kingdom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191108T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191108T173000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20190927T141742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191010T141530Z UID:9309-1573205400-1573234200@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Intersex and Variations of Sex Characteristics Gathering\, Scotland DESCRIPTION:On Intersex Day of Solidarity we invite you to join us for a gathering that is the first of its kind in Scotland. \nEquality Network\, in partnership with the University of Huddersfield\, invite stakeholders and community together to hear and share knowledge\, awareness and lived experience around Intersex and Variations of Sex Characteristics (I/VSC) in the UK. This gathering has a special focus on social policy\, legislation and wellbeing in Scotland. \nThe gathering is free and open to all. A programme is available here. \nMore information is available at the booking link. URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/intersex-and-variations-of-sex-characteristics-gathering-scotland/ LOCATION:Norton Park Conference Centre\, 57 Albion Road\, Edinburgh\, EH7 5QY\, United Kingdom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190625T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190625T200000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20190602T141130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190607T131442Z UID:9149-1561485600-1561492800@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:50 Years and Still Fighting for Equality DESCRIPTION:  URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/50-years-and-still-fighting-for-equality-equality-network-parliamentary-reception/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190612T121500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190612T131500 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20190607T112220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190607T132322Z UID:9181-1560341700-1560345300@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Join us to call for trans rights at the Scottish Parliament! DESCRIPTION:The Scottish Parliament has been rightly proud of its progress on LGBTI equality\, with world-first commitments to LGBTI-inclusive education\, equal marriage\, and winning the battle to repeal Section 28. There was hostile campaigning against all of those steps forward\, but policy makers and politicians held their nerve and saw through the scaremongering. \nWe want you to join us outside the Parliament to help us remind MSPs that improving trans equality is a vital\, positive part of making Scotland a more welcoming and inclusive place for everyone. To show our representatives how much support there is for trans people’s lives being recognised and respected. To call for action on reforming the Gender Recognition Act\, that has been dragging on for too long. \nSo grab your flags\, your whistles\, (and maybe even some glitter) and get yourself down to Holyrood at 12.15 on Wednesday 12th June to call for GRA reform\, and for trans equality! URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/join-us-to-call-for-trans-rights-at-the-scottish-parliament/ LOCATION:The Scottish Parliament\, Horse Wynd\, Edinburgh\, Scotland\, EH99 1SP\, United Kingdom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181128T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181128T200000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20181101T120107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190607T131353Z UID:8649-1543428000-1543435200@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:The Children of Harvey Milk DESCRIPTION:Organised in collaboration with the University of Edinburgh’s Staff Pride Network and Lighthouse Bookshop. \nForty years ago\, on November 27\, 1978\, Harvey Milk’s iconic journey was ended by an assassin’s bullet. The generation of out LGBTQ leaders he inspired went on to transform the world we live in. \nUNC-Chapel Hill Professor of Political Science\, Andrew Reynolds\, has documented this history in his new book The Children of Harvey Milk: How LGBTQ Politicians Changed the World.  \nPlease join us for a very special event to launch this inspiring book! \nPart political thriller\, part meditation on social change\, part love story\, The Children of Harvey Milk tells the epic stories of courageous men and women around the world who came forward to make their voices heard during the struggle for equal rights. The book is based on deeply personal and revealing interviews with over ninety elected officials and high-profile candidates from across the globe—including the United Kingdom\, United States\, Africa\, Asia\, and the Caribbean. Publishing exactly 40 years after Harvey Milk’s assassination\, it brings us up to date on global breakthroughs and reveals the extent to which individuals have served as the catalyst for change when it comes to LGBTQ rights. \n \nJoining Professor Reynolds at the event will be: \nLouisa Wall MP (New Zealand) is known as the ‘mother of marriage equality’ in New Zealand\, as the sponsor of their 2013 law. A Labour MP from Auckland she is Maori and a world cup winning sportswoman. \nSunil Babu Pant (Nepal) was the first\, out MP to be elected in Asia in 2008. He was instrumental in entrenching gay rights in the Constitution of Nepal and having a ‘third gender’ identity option recognized for Nepali passports and documents. \nSarah McBride (USA) was the first trans woman to speak at a national party convention in America. She is the Press Officer for the Human Rights Campaign and one of the most visible and beloved trans politicians in America. \nCoos Huijsen (Netherlands) became the first out gay parliamentarian in history when he was elected to the Dutch parliament in 1976. \nKatie Hill (USA) is a Democrat poised to take the US House California 25th district from the Republicans in November 2018. She is an out bisexual woman. \nLord Chris Smith (UK) is the Master of Pembroke College\, Cambridge. He was the first British MP to come out\, the first out gay cabinet minister and the first parliamentarian to acknowledge his HIV+ status. \n \nThe Scottish playwright\, Jo Clifford\, will be chairing the event.  \nLighthouse Books will be selling the book on the night.  \nFollowed by book signing and drinks reception. \nMore information about the book can be found here: https://www.thechildrenofharveymilk.com/ URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/the-children-of-harvey-milk-lgbtq-book-launch/ LOCATION:Edinburgh College of Art\, West Court\, ECA Main Building and Hunter Building\, 74 Lauriston Place\, Edinburgh\, EH3 9DF\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.equality-network.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/eeb02a9f787ff579c5315a27531e16f8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180227T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180227T200000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20180119T145739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180119T145739Z UID:8287-1519754400-1519761600@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:It's our 21st birthday! DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \nYou are invited to the Equality Network Parliamentary Reception to help us celebrate our 21st birthday\, and find out more about our current Equal Recognition campaign for trans equality. \n  \nThe reception is being sponsored by Patrick Harvie MSP (Scottish Green Party). \nThe event is being held in the Garden Lobby of the Scottish Parliament on Tuesday 27 February\, 6pm to 8pm (registration opens from 5.30pm). \nIt should be an enjoyable evening\, with wine and refreshments\, photo opportunities\, entertainment from Loud & Proud Choir\, and of course\, birthday cake! \nCome along to help us raise awareness of the Equal Recognition campaign and to make the most of this opportunity to talk directly with MSPs and constituents about the case for change. \nPlease register your attendance by 12 noon Tuesday 20 February.  BSL interpreters are available if requested before Monday 12 February 2018.  You will be asked for access\, dietary and any other requirements after check out. \n  URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/its-our-21st-birthday/ LOCATION:The Scottish Parliament\, Horse Wynd\, Edinburgh\, Scotland\, EH99 1SP\, United Kingdom ORGANIZER;CN="Equality Network":MAILTO:scott@equality.hwyr.co.uk/2021 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171028T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171028T173000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20170809T125931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T120457Z UID:8084-1509188400-1509211800@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:BiTastic! DESCRIPTION:BiTastic! is a one-day workshop programme for bisexual and trans people and our allies. Everyone is welcome\, no matter how you describe your sexual orientation or gender. \nThe programme includes workshops that explore various aspects of bisexuality and identity\, relationships\, activism and a good dose of workshops that are just for fun. \nTickets are free. \nPlease ensure that you notify us of any access\, language or dietary requirements when booking your ticket. \nWe’re providing a free shuttle service from Nairn train station to the venue in the morning and return trips in the evening which will be doing several trips between 10am – 11am and 5:30pm – 6:30pm. We are also providing a free bus from Inverness train station to the venue\, departing at 10:15am and a return journey departing at 5:30pm. If you would like to use the shuttle service or the bus to and from Inverness\, please book  your seat when booking your ticket for this event. There is also on-site free car parking available. \nFor more information about this event\, please visit the BiTastic website by following this link; http://www.bitastic.org/ \nBiTastic! is proudly brought to by the Equality Network and Scottish Trans Alliance in partnership with Stonewall Scotland. URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/bitastic/ LOCATION:Highland Conference Centre at The Newton Hotel\, Inverness Road\, Nairn\, IV12 4RX\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.equality-network.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/1544e84347084046e4d35af214317e59-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170907T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170907T203000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20170820T002453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T120506Z UID:8102-1504809000-1504816200@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:An International Scotland? DESCRIPTION:An International Scotland?\nIn 72 countries across the globe it’s a crime for lesbian\, gay\, bisexual and transgender people to be who they are. In many more LGBTI people face discrimination\, abuse and in some cases even death. \nScotland has long been engaged in the international struggle for LGBTI equality around the globe from the first international gay rights conference held in Edinburgh in 1974 to recent outrages in Uganda\, Nigeria\, Russia\, and the USA. \nAs people in Scotland increasingly ask ‘what can we do?’\, we’ll be exploring the issues in an evening of discussion and debate on Scotland’s international role in LGBTI equality with key speakers and organisations. \nThis event is free and light refreshments will be provided. URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/internationalscotland/ LOCATION:Centre for Contemporary Arts\, 350 Sauchiehall Street\, Glasgow\, G2 3JD\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.equality-network.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/48082b3f5caf66c7f28c99672d931484.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170518T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170518T160000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20170513T122254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T120433Z UID:7723-1495112400-1495123200@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Equality Network Edinburgh Afternoon Photoshoot DESCRIPTION:The Equality Network is proud of our members\, volunteers and supporters and would love to showcase your range\, diversity and beauty. We are therefore working towards creating a more diverse collection of pictures to use on our website\, in publications and on social media. \nWe are excited to invite you to be involved in this process to increase representation of our diverse community. \nWe are particularly keen to get photographs of LGBTI people who are deaf\, disabled\, minority ethnic\, of faith and those of us over 50 as well as families. \nWe are holding the photoshoot on 18th May at Old St Pauls Church Hall\, Market Street\, Edinburgh and time between 10am and 4pm. \nParticipants will get digital copies of the photos taken and will have their travel and access costs (eg: BSL interpreter) covered. \nThere will be tea\, coffee\, cake and biscuits all day and photos will be taken on a first come\, first serve basis. \nCome along\, have some cake and get your picture taken! Either in a group or on your own\, however you like. \nWe look forward to seeing you all there! URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/equality-network-edinburgh-afternoon-photoshoot/ LOCATION:Old St Paul’s church hall\, 39 Jeffrey Street\, Edinburgh\, EH1 1DH\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.equality-network.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/a751526203fa69296bfbfa3f2188a7e8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170518T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170518T123000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20170513T122454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T120439Z UID:7727-1495101600-1495110600@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Equality Network Edinburgh Morning Photoshoot DESCRIPTION:The Equality Network is proud of our members\, volunteers and supporters and would love to showcase your range\, diversity and beauty. We are therefore working towards creating a more diverse collection of pictures to use on our website\, in publications and on social media. \nWe are excited to invite you to be involved in this process to increase representation of our diverse community. \nWe are particularly keen to get photographs of LGBTI people who are deaf\, disabled\, minority ethnic\, of faith and those of us over 50 as well as families. \nWe are holding the photoshoot on 18th May at Old St Pauls Church Hall\, Market Street\, Edinburgh and time between 10am and 4pm. \nParticipants will get digital copies of the photos taken and will have their travel and access costs (eg: BSL interpreter) covered. \nThere will be tea\, coffee\, cake and biscuits all day and photos will be taken on a first come\, first serve basis. \nCome along\, have some cake and get your picture taken! Either in a group or on your own\, however you like. \nWe look forward to seeing you all there! URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/equality-network-edinburgh-morning-photoshoot/ LOCATION:Old St Paul’s church hall\, 39 Jeffrey Street\, Edinburgh\, EH1 1DH\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.equality-network.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/0434e0bdd28bb351436a6cb57967df9d.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170506T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170506T160000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20170404T143324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T120416Z UID:7542-1494079200-1494086400@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Further Out: Galashiels DESCRIPTION:The Equality Network are holding a number of special discussion events in more rural and island communities of Scotland. \nThere are lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people in every part of Scotland from our biggest cities to our smallest settlements and islands. While LGBTI equality has progressed considerably in recent years the lived experience of LGBTI communities in urban settings is vastly different to that of LGBTI communities in more rural and island settings. \nOur Scottish LGBT Equality Report highlighted that the experiences of LGBT people vary considerably across the country. Those living in rural parts of Scotland report a significantly worse experience than those living in urban areas\, including more prejudice\, greater isolation\, and less access to local services that meet their needs. \n\nAlmost a quarter of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (24%) described their local area as a ‘bad’ or ‘very bad’ place for LGBT people to live\, compared to 12% of those living in urban areas.\nAlmost half of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (47%) said they feel isolated where they live because they are LGBT\, compared to almost a quarter (23%) of those living in urban areas.\nA majority of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (55%) said that services in their local area do not meet the specific needs of LGBT people\, compared to a third (30%) of those living in urban areas.\nSix out of ten LGBT respondents living in rural areas (59%) regularly travel outside of their local area to access LGBT services\, compared to just over a third (35%) of those living in urban areas.\nFour out of ten LGBT respondents (43%) have either moved\, or considered moving\, to live in a different area because of being LGBT.\n\nThat’s why we’re holding our biggest conversation yet\, and we want you to take part. Why not join us and share your experiences of LGBTI life outside our biggest cities. \nThe events are also a good opportunity to meet LGBTI people at events in your area and discuss other LGBTI issues you’d like to raise. \nEach event will last around two hours and refreshments will be available. You do not need to register but doing so will help us to better plan the event. \nFor further information: Email: scott@equality.hwyr.co.uk/2021 Tel: 0131 467 6039 \nAll events are open to lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people\, their friends\, family and supporters. URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/further-out-galashiels/ LOCATION:Mac Arts\, Bridge Street\, Galashiels\, Scottish Borders\, TD1 1SP\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.equality-network.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/f8c1b036a57ab5d4de8cb3a2c197f568.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170501T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170501T210000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20170321T175555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T120410Z UID:7520-1493665200-1493672400@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Further Out: Kilmarnock DESCRIPTION:The Equality Network are holding a number of special discussion events in more rural and island communities of Scotland. \nThere are lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people in every part of Scotland from our biggest cities to our smallest settlements and islands. While LGBTI equality has progressed considerably in recent years the lived experience of LGBTI communities in urban settings is vastly different to that of LGBTI communities in more rural and island settings. \nOur Scottish LGBT Equality Report highlighted that the experiences of LGBT people vary considerably across the country. Those living in rural parts of Scotland report a significantly worse experience than those living in urban areas\, including more prejudice\, greater isolation\, and less access to local services that meet their needs. \n\nAlmost a quarter of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (24%) described their local area as a ‘bad’ or ‘very bad’ place for LGBT people to live\, compared to 12% of those living in urban areas.\nAlmost half of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (47%) said they feel isolated where they live because they are LGBT\, compared to almost a quarter (23%) of those living in urban areas.\nA majority of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (55%) said that services in their local area do not meet the specific needs of LGBT people\, compared to a third (30%) of those living in urban areas.\nSix out of ten LGBT respondents living in rural areas (59%) regularly travel outside of their local area to access LGBT services\, compared to just over a third (35%) of those living in urban areas.\nFour out of ten LGBT respondents (43%) have either moved\, or considered moving\, to live in a different area because of being LGBT.\n\nThat’s why we’re holding our biggest conversation yet\, and we want you to take part. Why not join us and share your experiences of LGBTI life outside our biggest cities. \nThe events are also a good opportunity to meet LGBTI people at events in your area and discuss other LGBTI issues you’d like to raise. \nEach event will last around two hours and refreshments will be available. You do not need to register but doing so will help us to better plan the event. \nFor further information:\nEmail: scott@equality.hwyr.co.uk/2021\nTel: 0131 467 6039 \nAll events are open to lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people\, their friends\, family and supporters. URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/further-out-kilmarnock/ LOCATION:Break The Silence\, 11 Grange Place\, Kilmarnock\, KA1 2AB\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.equality-network.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/2e539a8edc1555e780a600a8129c3e18-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170428 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170501 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20170320T170722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170322T152011Z UID:7507-1493337600-1493596799@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Pride Camp 2017 DESCRIPTION:This year Ayrshire LGBTQ are building on the success of last year’s Pride Camp Weekend\, and plan to make it bigger and better! \nPride Camp 2017 takes place between Friday 28th April- Sunday 30th April. \nYou can join us for the entirety of the event\, or for just one night if thats what suits you best. If you would like to join in with our activities but staying overnight is not an option\, then don’t worry\, you are welcome to join as a day guest. \nLocation and cost \nWe will again be based at Sealshore Campsite in Kildonan at the South of the Isle of Arran. Please book your camping spot directly with the campsite here: http://campingarran.com/. \n\n\n\nTents\n\n\nPer Tent\n 1 person\n2 people\n\n\n1-2 man\n £8\n£16\n\n\n3 man\n £12\n£18\n\n\n4 man\n£16\n£20\n\n\n5 man\n£18\n£22\n\n\n6 man\n£20\n£24\n\n\nTent Hook up £4\n\n\nSorry no tents over 6-man owing to size of site area\n\n\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nFor those who would like to join the adventure but also like a bit of home comforts\, the campsite sits directly beside the Kildonan Hotel. Rooms can be booked here: http://kildonanhotel.com/ \nPlease note that Kildonan is located on the Southern tip of Arran. You will need a vehicle or use the public bus service to access the campsite\, the bus from Brodick takes around 35 minutes and is every 2 hours. If you are bringing a vehicle\, don’t forget to book the ferry in advance here:https://www.calmac.co.uk/ \n \nIf you have space in your vehicle and don’t mind sharing please or you would like a lift\, let us know in advance so that we can arrange a car share. \nThe full schedule of activities will be released in the week leading up to the event\, but expect an evening beach campfire on the opening night\, some outdoor activities on Saturday morning/ afternoon\, BBQ Saturday evening\, and nature walks Sunday morning before returning home Sunday evening. \nThis year we have 3 funded places available. This funding covers ferry travel\, campsite fees\, and a small food allowance. If you would like to apply for one of these places then please get in touch. \nFor now\, save the dates and get your time off work sorted for what will undoubtedly be one of the highlights of our 2017! \n\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS TAKING PLACE OVER A BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND. ADVANCE BOOKING WITH THE CAMPSITE AND FERRY IS ADVISABLE TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT. \nIf you have any suggestions\, or questions then please do get in touch! URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/pride-camp-2017/ LOCATION:Seal Shore Campsite\, Arran\, Isle of Arran\, KA27 8SE\, United Kingdom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170427T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170427T210000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20170316T124137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T120358Z UID:7483-1493319600-1493326800@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Further Out: Campbeltown DESCRIPTION:The Equality Network are holding a number of special discussion events in more rural and island communities of Scotland. \nThere are lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people in every part of Scotland from our biggest cities to our smallest settlements and islands. While LGBTI equality has progressed considerably in recent years the lived experience of LGBTI communities in urban settings is vastly different to that of LGBTI communities in more rural and island settings. \nOur Scottish LGBT Equality Report highlighted that the experiences of LGBT people vary considerably across the country. Those living in rural parts of Scotland report a significantly worse experience than those living in urban areas\, including more prejudice\, greater isolation\, and less access to local services that meet their needs. \n\nAlmost a quarter of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (24%) described their local area as a ‘bad’ or ‘very bad’ place for LGBT people to live\, compared to 12% of those living in urban areas.\nAlmost half of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (47%) said they feel isolated where they live because they are LGBT\, compared to almost a quarter (23%) of those living in urban areas.\nA majority of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (55%) said that services in their local area do not meet the specific needs of LGBT people\, compared to a third (30%) of those living in urban areas.\nSix out of ten LGBT respondents living in rural areas (59%) regularly travel outside of their local area to access LGBT services\, compared to just over a third (35%) of those living in urban areas.\nFour out of ten LGBT respondents (43%) have either moved\, or considered moving\, to live in a different area because of being LGBT.\n\nThat’s why we’re holding our biggest conversation yet\, and we want you to take part. Why not join us and share your experiences of LGBTI life outside our biggest cities. \nThe events are also a good opportunity to meet LGBTI people at events in your area and discuss other LGBTI issues you’d like to raise. \nEach event will last around two hours and refreshments will be available. You do not need to register but doing so will help us to better plan the event. \nFor further information:\nEmail: scott@equality.hwyr.co.uk/2021\nTel: 0131 467 6039 \nAll events are open to lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people\, their friends\, family and supporters. URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/further-out-campbeltown/ LOCATION:Campbeltown Town Hall\, 54 Main Street\, Campbeltown\, PA28 6AB\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.equality-network.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/03327ba3e589cacf95ea23bf28248349.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170424T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170424T210000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20170418T204121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T120426Z UID:7591-1493060400-1493067600@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Further Out: Oban DESCRIPTION:The Equality Network are holding a number of special discussion events in more rural and island communities of Scotland. \nThere are lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people in every part of Scotland from our biggest cities to our smallest settlements and islands. While LGBTI equality has progressed considerably in recent years the lived experience of LGBTI communities in urban settings is vastly different to that of LGBTI communities in more rural and island settings. \nOur Scottish LGBT Equality Report highlighted that the experiences of LGBT people vary considerably across the country. Those living in rural parts of Scotland report a significantly worse experience than those living in urban areas\, including more prejudice\, greater isolation\, and less access to local services that meet their needs. \n\nAlmost a quarter of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (24%) described their local area as a ‘bad’ or ‘very bad’ place for LGBT people to live\, compared to 12% of those living in urban areas.\nAlmost half of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (47%) said they feel isolated where they live because they are LGBT\, compared to almost a quarter (23%) of those living in urban areas.\nA majority of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (55%) said that services in their local area do not meet the specific needs of LGBT people\, compared to a third (30%) of those living in urban areas.\nSix out of ten LGBT respondents living in rural areas (59%) regularly travel outside of their local area to access LGBT services\, compared to just over a third (35%) of those living in urban areas.\nFour out of ten LGBT respondents (43%) have either moved\, or considered moving\, to live in a different area because of being LGBT.\n\nThat’s why we’re holding our biggest conversation yet\, and we want you to take part. Why not join us and share your experiences of LGBTI life outside our biggest cities. \nThe events are also a good opportunity to meet LGBTI people at events in your area and discuss other LGBTI issues you’d like to raise. \nEach event will last around two hours and refreshments will be available. You do not need to register but doing so will help us to better plan the event. \nFor further information: Email: scott@equality.hwyr.co.uk/2021 Tel: 0131 467 6039 \nAll events are open to lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people\, their friends\, family and supporters. URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/further-out-oban/ LOCATION:Atlantis Leisure\, Dalriach Road\, Oban\, PA34 5JE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.equality-network.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/94c6cac800f350e6744fcb1817668da4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170414T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170414T210000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20170316T124028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T120354Z UID:7475-1492196400-1492203600@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Further Out: Thurso DESCRIPTION:The Equality Network are holding a number of special discussion events in more rural and island communities of Scotland. \nThere are lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people in every part of Scotland from our biggest cities to our smallest settlements and islands. While LGBTI equality has progressed considerably in recent years the lived experience of LGBTI communities in urban settings is vastly different to that of LGBTI communities in more rural and island settings. \nOur Scottish LGBT Equality Report highlighted that the experiences of LGBT people vary considerably across the country. Those living in rural parts of Scotland report a significantly worse experience than those living in urban areas\, including more prejudice\, greater isolation\, and less access to local services that meet their needs. \n\nAlmost a quarter of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (24%) described their local area as a ‘bad’ or ‘very bad’ place for LGBT people to live\, compared to 12% of those living in urban areas.\nAlmost half of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (47%) said they feel isolated where they live because they are LGBT\, compared to almost a quarter (23%) of those living in urban areas.\nA majority of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (55%) said that services in their local area do not meet the specific needs of LGBT people\, compared to a third (30%) of those living in urban areas.\nSix out of ten LGBT respondents living in rural areas (59%) regularly travel outside of their local area to access LGBT services\, compared to just over a third (35%) of those living in urban areas.\nFour out of ten LGBT respondents (43%) have either moved\, or considered moving\, to live in a different area because of being LGBT.\n\nThat’s why we’re holding our biggest conversation yet\, and we want you to take part. Why not join us and share your experiences of LGBTI life outside our biggest cities. \nThe events are also a good opportunity to meet LGBTI people at events in your area and discuss other LGBTI issues you’d like to raise. \nEach event will last around two hours and refreshments will be available. You do not need to register but doing so will help us to better plan the event. \nFor further information:Email: scott@equality.hwyr.co.uk/2021Tel: 0131 467 6039 \nAll events are open to lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people\, their friends\, family and supporters. URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/further-out-thurso/ LOCATION:Caithness Horizons\, High Street\, Thurso\, Scotland\, KW14 8AJ\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.equality-network.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/c139ad527c2f493186db9e183fac11f5.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170413T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170413T210000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20170316T123817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T120346Z UID:7471-1492110000-1492117200@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Further Out: Kirkwall DESCRIPTION:The Equality Network are holding a number of special discussion events in more rural and island communities of Scotland. \nThere are lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people in every part of Scotland from our biggest cities to our smallest settlements and islands. While LGBTI equality has progressed considerably in recent years the lived experience of LGBTI communities in urban settings is vastly different to that of LGBTI communities in more rural and island settings. \nOur Scottish LGBT Equality Report highlighted that the experiences of LGBT people vary considerably across the country. Those living in rural parts of Scotland report a significantly worse experience than those living in urban areas\, including more prejudice\, greater isolation\, and less access to local services that meet their needs. \n\nAlmost a quarter of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (24%) described their local area as a ‘bad’ or ‘very bad’ place for LGBT people to live\, compared to 12% of those living in urban areas.\nAlmost half of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (47%) said they feel isolated where they live because they are LGBT\, compared to almost a quarter (23%) of those living in urban areas.\nA majority of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (55%) said that services in their local area do not meet the specific needs of LGBT people\, compared to a third (30%) of those living in urban areas.\nSix out of ten LGBT respondents living in rural areas (59%) regularly travel outside of their local area to access LGBT services\, compared to just over a third (35%) of those living in urban areas.\nFour out of ten LGBT respondents (43%) have either moved\, or considered moving\, to live in a different area because of being LGBT.\n\nThat’s why we’re holding our biggest conversation yet\, and we want you to take part. Why not join us and share your experiences of LGBTI life outside our biggest cities. \nThe events are also a good opportunity to meet LGBTI people at events in your area and discuss other LGBTI issues you’d like to raise. \nEach event will last around two hours and refreshments will be available. You do not need to register but doing so will help us to better plan the event. \nFor further information:Email: scott@equality.hwyr.co.uk/2021Tel: 0131 467 6039 \nAll events are open to lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people\, their friends\, family and supporters. URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/further-out-kirkwall/ LOCATION:St Magnus Centre\, Palace Road\, Kirkwall\, Scotland\, KW15 1PA\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.equality-network.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/a6a97fae851b7969cea0cabfff08ab84.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170408T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170408T170000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20170316T123742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T120335Z UID:7467-1491663600-1491670800@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Further Out: Stornoway DESCRIPTION:The Equality Network are holding a number of special discussion events in more rural and island communities of Scotland. \nThere are lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people in every part of Scotland from our biggest cities to our smallest settlements and islands. While LGBTI equality has progressed considerably in recent years the lived experience of LGBTI communities in urban settings is vastly different to that of LGBTI communities in more rural and island settings. \nOur Scottish LGBT Equality Report highlighted that the experiences of LGBT people vary considerably across the country. Those living in rural parts of Scotland report a significantly worse experience than those living in urban areas\, including more prejudice\, greater isolation\, and less access to local services that meet their needs. \n\nAlmost a quarter of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (24%) described their local area as a ‘bad’ or ‘very bad’ place for LGBT people to live\, compared to 12% of those living in urban areas.\nAlmost half of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (47%) said they feel isolated where they live because they are LGBT\, compared to almost a quarter (23%) of those living in urban areas.\nA majority of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (55%) said that services in their local area do not meet the specific needs of LGBT people\, compared to a third (30%) of those living in urban areas.\nSix out of ten LGBT respondents living in rural areas (59%) regularly travel outside of their local area to access LGBT services\, compared to just over a third (35%) of those living in urban areas.\nFour out of ten LGBT respondents (43%) have either moved\, or considered moving\, to live in a different area because of being LGBT.\n\nThat’s why we’re holding our biggest conversation yet\, and we want you to take part. Why not join us and share your experiences of LGBTI life outside our biggest cities. \nThe events are also a good opportunity to meet LGBTI people at events in your area and discuss other LGBTI issues you’d like to raise. \nEach event will last around two hours and refreshments will be available. You do not need to register but doing so will help us to better plan the event. \nFor further information:Email: scott@equality.hwyr.co.uk/2021Tel: 0131 467 6039 \nAll events are open to lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people\, their friends\, family and supporters. URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/further-out-stornoway/ LOCATION:An Lanntair\, Kenneth Street\, Stornoway\, Scotland\, HS1 2DS\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.equality-network.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/7f4bf0835564f27818c93214f04ed7e3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170406T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170406T210000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20170316T123707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T120328Z UID:7463-1491505200-1491512400@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Further Out: Portree DESCRIPTION:The Equality Network are holding a number of special discussion events in more rural and island communities of Scotland. \nThere are lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people in every part of Scotland from our biggest cities to our smallest settlements and islands. While LGBTI equality has progressed considerably in recent years the lived experience of LGBTI communities in urban settings is vastly different to that of LGBTI communities in more rural and island settings. \nOur Scottish LGBT Equality Report highlighted that the experiences of LGBT people vary considerably across the country. Those living in rural parts of Scotland report a significantly worse experience than those living in urban areas\, including more prejudice\, greater isolation\, and less access to local services that meet their needs. \n\nAlmost a quarter of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (24%) described their local area as a ‘bad’ or ‘very bad’ place for LGBT people to live\, compared to 12% of those living in urban areas.\nAlmost half of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (47%) said they feel isolated where they live because they are LGBT\, compared to almost a quarter (23%) of those living in urban areas.\nA majority of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (55%) said that services in their local area do not meet the specific needs of LGBT people\, compared to a third (30%) of those living in urban areas.\nSix out of ten LGBT respondents living in rural areas (59%) regularly travel outside of their local area to access LGBT services\, compared to just over a third (35%) of those living in urban areas.\nFour out of ten LGBT respondents (43%) have either moved\, or considered moving\, to live in a different area because of being LGBT.\n\nThat’s why we’re holding our biggest conversation yet\, and we want you to take part. Why not join us and share your experiences of LGBTI life outside our biggest cities. \nThe events are also a good opportunity to meet LGBTI people at events in your area and discuss other LGBTI issues you’d like to raise. \nEach event will last around two hours and refreshments will be available. You do not need to register but doing so will help us to better plan the event. \nFor further information:\nEmail: scott@equality.hwyr.co.uk/2021\nTel: 0131 467 6039 \nAll events are open to lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people\, their friends\, family and supporters. URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/further-out-portree/ LOCATION:SLCVO\, Tigh Lisigarry\, Bridge Road\, Portree\, IV51 9ER\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.equality-network.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/e594fda573ce646aa411d0aa7a58aefd.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170404T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170404T210000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20170316T123435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T120320Z UID:7459-1491332400-1491339600@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Further Out: Elgin DESCRIPTION:The Equality Network are holding a number of special discussion events in more rural and island communities of Scotland. \nThere are lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people in every part of Scotland from our biggest cities to our smallest settlements and islands. While LGBTI equality has progressed considerably in recent years the lived experience of LGBTI communities in urban settings is vastly different to that of LGBTI communities in more rural and island settings. \nOur Scottish LGBT Equality Report highlighted that the experiences of LGBT people vary considerably across the country. Those living in rural parts of Scotland report a significantly worse experience than those living in urban areas\, including more prejudice\, greater isolation\, and less access to local services that meet their needs. \n\nAlmost a quarter of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (24%) described their local area as a ‘bad’ or ‘very bad’ place for LGBT people to live\, compared to 12% of those living in urban areas.\nAlmost half of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (47%) said they feel isolated where they live because they are LGBT\, compared to almost a quarter (23%) of those living in urban areas.\nA majority of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (55%) said that services in their local area do not meet the specific needs of LGBT people\, compared to a third (30%) of those living in urban areas.\nSix out of ten LGBT respondents living in rural areas (59%) regularly travel outside of their local area to access LGBT services\, compared to just over a third (35%) of those living in urban areas.\nFour out of ten LGBT respondents (43%) have either moved\, or considered moving\, to live in a different area because of being LGBT.\n\nThat’s why we’re holding our biggest conversation yet\, and we want you to take part. Why not join us and share your experiences of LGBTI life outside our biggest cities. \nThe events are also a good opportunity to meet LGBTI people at events in your area and discuss other LGBTI issues you’d like to raise. \nEach event will last around two hours and refreshments will be available. You do not need to register but doing so will help us to better plan the event. \nFor further information:Email: scott@equality.hwyr.co.uk/2021Tel: 0131 467 6039 \nAll events are open to lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people\, their friends\, family and supporters. URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/further-out-elgin/ LOCATION:Elgin Youth Cafe\, Francis Place\, Elgin\, Scotland\, IV30 1LQ\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.equality-network.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/b171e9fd616e4aecdbf86520536163ff-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170403T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170403T210000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20170316T123407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T120319Z UID:7455-1491246000-1491253200@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Further Out: Peterhead DESCRIPTION:The Equality Network are holding a number of special discussion events in more rural and island communities of Scotland. \nThere are lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people in every part of Scotland from our biggest cities to our smallest settlements and islands. While LGBTI equality has progressed considerably in recent years the lived experience of LGBTI communities in urban settings is vastly different to that of LGBTI communities in more rural and island settings. \nOur Scottish LGBT Equality Report highlighted that the experiences of LGBT people vary considerably across the country. Those living in rural parts of Scotland report a significantly worse experience than those living in urban areas\, including more prejudice\, greater isolation\, and less access to local services that meet their needs. \n\nAlmost a quarter of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (24%) described their local area as a ‘bad’ or ‘very bad’ place for LGBT people to live\, compared to 12% of those living in urban areas.\nAlmost half of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (47%) said they feel isolated where they live because they are LGBT\, compared to almost a quarter (23%) of those living in urban areas.\nA majority of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (55%) said that services in their local area do not meet the specific needs of LGBT people\, compared to a third (30%) of those living in urban areas.\nSix out of ten LGBT respondents living in rural areas (59%) regularly travel outside of their local area to access LGBT services\, compared to just over a third (35%) of those living in urban areas.\nFour out of ten LGBT respondents (43%) have either moved\, or considered moving\, to live in a different area because of being LGBT.\n\nThat’s why we’re holding our biggest conversation yet\, and we want you to take part. Why not join us and share your experiences of LGBTI life outside our biggest cities. \nThe events are also a good opportunity to meet LGBTI people at events in your area and discuss other LGBTI issues you’d like to raise. \nEach event will last around two hours and refreshments will be available. You do not need to register but doing so will help us to better plan the event. \nFor further information:Email: scott@equality.hwyr.co.uk/2021Tel: 0131 467 6039 \nAll events are open to lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people\, their friends\, family and supporters. URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/further-out-peterhead/ LOCATION:Palace Hotel\, 1 Drummers Corner\, Peterhead\, Scotland\, AB42\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.equality-network.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/7ae9311999f6586dcf6a7e590fd303fd.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170401T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170401T160000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20170316T123333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T120310Z UID:7451-1491055200-1491062400@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Further Out: Lerwick DESCRIPTION:The Equality Network are holding a number of special discussion events in more rural and island communities of Scotland. \nThere are lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people in every part of Scotland from our biggest cities to our smallest settlements and islands. While LGBTI equality has progressed considerably in recent years the lived experience of LGBTI communities in urban settings is vastly different to that of LGBTI communities in more rural and island settings. \nOur Scottish LGBT Equality Report highlighted that the experiences of LGBT people vary considerably across the country. Those living in rural parts of Scotland report a significantly worse experience than those living in urban areas\, including more prejudice\, greater isolation\, and less access to local services that meet their needs. \n\nAlmost a quarter of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (24%) described their local area as a ‘bad’ or ‘very bad’ place for LGBT people to live\, compared to 12% of those living in urban areas.\nAlmost half of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (47%) said they feel isolated where they live because they are LGBT\, compared to almost a quarter (23%) of those living in urban areas.\nA majority of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (55%) said that services in their local area do not meet the specific needs of LGBT people\, compared to a third (30%) of those living in urban areas.\nSix out of ten LGBT respondents living in rural areas (59%) regularly travel outside of their local area to access LGBT services\, compared to just over a third (35%) of those living in urban areas.\nFour out of ten LGBT respondents (43%) have either moved\, or considered moving\, to live in a different area because of being LGBT.\n\nThat’s why we’re holding our biggest conversation yet\, and we want you to take part. Why not join us and share your experiences of LGBTI life outside our biggest cities. \nThe events are also a good opportunity to meet LGBTI people at events in your area and discuss other LGBTI issues you’d like to raise. \nEach event will last around two hours and refreshments will be available. You do not need to register but doing so will help us to better plan the event. \nFor further information:Email: scott@equality.hwyr.co.uk/2021Tel: 0131 467 6039 \nAll events are open to lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people\, their friends\, family and supporters. URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/further-out-lerwick/ LOCATION:Shetland Museum and Archives ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.equality-network.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/1f9d5af4d736b293fc8a1dc1339b71a9.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170329T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170329T210000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20170316T123300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T120302Z UID:7447-1490814000-1490821200@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Further Out: Arbroath DESCRIPTION:The Equality Network are holding a number of special discussion events in more rural and island communities of Scotland. \nThere are lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people in every part of Scotland from our biggest cities to our smallest settlements and islands. While LGBTI equality has progressed considerably in recent years the lived experience of LGBTI communities in urban settings is vastly different to that of LGBTI communities in more rural and island settings. \nOur Scottish LGBT Equality Report highlighted that the experiences of LGBT people vary considerably across the country. Those living in rural parts of Scotland report a significantly worse experience than those living in urban areas\, including more prejudice\, greater isolation\, and less access to local services that meet their needs. \n\nAlmost a quarter of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (24%) described their local area as a ‘bad’ or ‘very bad’ place for LGBT people to live\, compared to 12% of those living in urban areas.\nAlmost half of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (47%) said they feel isolated where they live because they are LGBT\, compared to almost a quarter (23%) of those living in urban areas.\nA majority of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (55%) said that services in their local area do not meet the specific needs of LGBT people\, compared to a third (30%) of those living in urban areas.\nSix out of ten LGBT respondents living in rural areas (59%) regularly travel outside of their local area to access LGBT services\, compared to just over a third (35%) of those living in urban areas.\nFour out of ten LGBT respondents (43%) have either moved\, or considered moving\, to live in a different area because of being LGBT.\n\nThat’s why we’re holding our biggest conversation yet\, and we want you to take part. Why not join us and share your experiences of LGBTI life outside our biggest cities. \nThe events are also a good opportunity to meet LGBTI people at events in your area and discuss other LGBTI issues you’d like to raise. \nEach event will last around two hours and refreshments will be available. You do not need to register but doing so will help us to better plan the event. \nFor further information:Email: scott@equality.hwyr.co.uk/2021Tel: 0131 467 6039 \nAll events are open to lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people\, their friends\, family and supporters. URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/further-out-arbroath/ LOCATION:The Webster Memorial Theatre\, 64 High Street\, Arbroath\, Scotland\, DD11 1AW\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.equality-network.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/50544061eb38284c02ddfdd7165a6415.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170328T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170328T210000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20170316T123046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T120249Z UID:7443-1490727600-1490734800@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Further Out: Perth DESCRIPTION:The Equality Network are holding a number of special discussion events in more rural and island communities of Scotland. \nThere are lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people in every part of Scotland from our biggest cities to our smallest settlements and islands. While LGBTI equality has progressed considerably in recent years the lived experience of LGBTI communities in urban settings is vastly different to that of LGBTI communities in more rural and island settings. \nOur Scottish LGBT Equality Report highlighted that the experiences of LGBT people vary considerably across the country. Those living in rural parts of Scotland report a significantly worse experience than those living in urban areas\, including more prejudice\, greater isolation\, and less access to local services that meet their needs. \n\nAlmost a quarter of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (24%) described their local area as a ‘bad’ or ‘very bad’ place for LGBT people to live\, compared to 12% of those living in urban areas.\nAlmost half of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (47%) said they feel isolated where they live because they are LGBT\, compared to almost a quarter (23%) of those living in urban areas.\nA majority of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (55%) said that services in their local area do not meet the specific needs of LGBT people\, compared to a third (30%) of those living in urban areas.\nSix out of ten LGBT respondents living in rural areas (59%) regularly travel outside of their local area to access LGBT services\, compared to just over a third (35%) of those living in urban areas.\nFour out of ten LGBT respondents (43%) have either moved\, or considered moving\, to live in a different area because of being LGBT.\n\nThat’s why we’re holding our biggest conversation yet\, and we want you to take part. Why not join us and share your experiences of LGBTI life outside our biggest cities. \nThe events are also a good opportunity to meet LGBTI people at events in your area and discuss other LGBTI issues you’d like to raise. \nEach event will last around two hours and refreshments will be available. You do not need to register but doing so will help us to better plan the event. \nFor further information:Email: scott@equality.hwyr.co.uk/2021Tel: 0131 467 6039 \nAll events are open to lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people\, their friends\, family and supporters. URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/further-out-perth/ LOCATION:A K Bell Library\, York Place\, Perth\, Scotland\, PH2 8EP\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.equality-network.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/5ff7f79c993f726b1cfee30085d520a3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170327T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170327T210000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20170316T121801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T120241Z UID:7438-1490641200-1490648400@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Further Out: Glenrothes DESCRIPTION:The Equality Network are holding a number of special discussion events in more rural and island communities of Scotland. \nThere are lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people in every part of Scotland from our biggest cities to our smallest settlements and islands. While LGBTI equality has progressed considerably in recent years the lived experience of LGBTI communities in urban settings is vastly different to that of LGBTI communities in more rural and island settings. \nOur Scottish LGBT Equality Report highlighted that the experiences of LGBT people vary considerably across the country. Those living in rural parts of Scotland report a significantly worse experience than those living in urban areas\, including more prejudice\, greater isolation\, and less access to local services that meet their needs. \n\nAlmost a quarter of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (24%) described their local area as a ‘bad’ or ‘very bad’ place for LGBT people to live\, compared to 12% of those living in urban areas.\nAlmost half of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (47%) said they feel isolated where they live because they are LGBT\, compared to almost a quarter (23%) of those living in urban areas.\nA majority of LGBT respondents living in rural areas (55%) said that services in their local area do not meet the specific needs of LGBT people\, compared to a third (30%) of those living in urban areas.\nSix out of ten LGBT respondents living in rural areas (59%) regularly travel outside of their local area to access LGBT services\, compared to just over a third (35%) of those living in urban areas.\nFour out of ten LGBT respondents (43%) have either moved\, or considered moving\, to live in a different area because of being LGBT.\n\nThat’s why we’re holding our biggest conversation yet\, and we want you to take part. Why not join us and share your experiences of LGBTI life outside our biggest cities. \nThe events are also a good opportunity to meet LGBTI people at events in your area and discuss other LGBTI issues you’d like to raise. \nEach event will last around two hours and refreshments will be available.  \nFor further information:\nEmail: scott@equality.hwyr.co.uk/2021\nTel: 0131 467 6039 \nAll events are open to lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people\, their friends\, family and supporters. URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/further-out-glenrothes/ LOCATION:Rothes Halls\, Kingdom Shopping Centre\, Glenrothes\, KY7 5NX\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.equality-network.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/35c27f411a865a05efbf46e20573dec2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20160308T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20160323T210000 DTSTAMP:20240329T112809 CREATED:20160314T191152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160314T194419Z UID:6525-1457460000-1458766800@www.equality-network.org SUMMARY:Hate crime events in your area DESCRIPTION:The Equality Network is holding a series of Let’s Talk About Hate Crime special discussion events in ten rural and island communities in Scotland during March. We’ll be discussing what makes a hate crime\, how you can report it and what support is available. \n\nThe events are FREE. Each will last around two hours and refreshments will be available.Click here for the full details. \nSchedule\nOban\, Argyle                                 Tues 8th Mar     6 pm \nStornoway\, Western Isles          Fri 11th Mar        7 pm \nPortree\, Isle of Skye                    Sat 12th Mar       3 pm \nElgin\, Moray                                 Mon 14th Mar    6 pm \nThurso\, Caithness                        Wed 16th Mar    7 pm \nKirkwall\, Orkney                          Thu 17th Mar     7 pm \nLerwick\, Shetland                         Sat 19th Mar     2 pm \nArbroath\, Angus                            Mon 21st Mar    7 pm \nAyr\, South Ayrshire                      Wed 22nd Mar   7 pm \nDumfries\, Dumfriesshire             Thu 23rd Mar    7 pm \nFor venue and further information:\nWeb: http://equalitynetwork.eventbrite.co.uk \nEmail: scott@equality.hwyr.co.uk/2021 \nTel: 0131 467 6039 \nAll events are open to lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and intersex people\, their friends\, family and supporters. Click here to read more about the Equality Network’s hate crime project. URL:https://www.equality-network.org/event/hate-crime-events-in-your-area/ LOCATION:Various locations END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR