Hello there

Welcome to the BSU LGBTQ+ Society webpage. Our society's intention is to provide a safe space for all students, no matter thier identity. This website's aim is to create a curated list of resources, and also a central location for information about the society (e.g. Upcoming events).Feel free to visit out Resources page, or pop along to one of our events or follow us on our Instagram or BlueSky, and join our Discord Server!

History of the bsu lgbtq+ society

There may be innacurate information on this page as we do not have a complete history...
So far we have 1995 - 2024 documented

1995 - 1999

Content warning - Phrases which aren't acceptable in society today were used during this period of the society history as they were more widely acceptable and used during this era. Some links in this section may include these.

The Brighton Student Union (BSU) LGBTQ+ Society (Lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer + more) society was founded at some point before 29 may 1995 (as we've attended the 1995 Brighton Pride), as the earliest piece of information we have is about the Brighton Pride in 1995.By 25th June 1996, we had our first society website, back when we were known as the 'LGB Society'. This website would contain information about local resources, getting a society membership, and detail restrictions on mature students and external event guests, saying we'd be unable to host them (at the time). This would be allegedly created before the Brighton Student Union (known as the University of Brighton Student Union (UBSU)).

2000 - 2009

By 2002, the Brighton Student Union had a new website, and the 'LGB Society' has renamed to the 'LGBT society', and was on the union's website by 31 May 2002. We also still retained our website at a new url, and design at the old student website area.By November 2005, the society renamed to 'LGBrighTon', a semi play-on-words on the LGBT acronym commonly used then. They had also used phpbb on the website, and used the forums to announce events and society updates. In 2007, the website had moved away from using a forums-based system, and moved towards a new url lgbrighton.net. This website would remain until Summer 2009, when it would all be condensed onto Facebook, and the brighton su would rebrand to it's current name, and move to it's current URL.

2010 - 2019

In 2013, we were still called 'LGBRIGHTON', and had 16 committee roles - and would begin using only the Brighton SU website. By 2016, there were two listings for an LGBT+ society, both 'LGBRIGHTON' amd 'LGBT+', however both were identical, with one having no space - and the other having a space in it's title. It was clear the society was in the process of being renamed in July 2016, or the previous society had transferred to a new system. It is this webpage's belief that they were the same society, as both had the same committee listed.

2020 - 2025

By 2020, the society had adopted it's current 'LGBTQ+ Society' name, however was hosting most of it's events remotely via Zoom due to COVID-19. By 2022, the society had a slight variation on it's current logo, which would later be ammended in 2024 to match the Progress Pride Flag. In 2025, with the common room opening, we were granted a small corner in the common room to use as a society safe-corner.

Resources

This page is a constant work-in-progress, and some resources may be added/removed as they become avalible/unavalible.There is a constant sharing and discussion of resources in our Discord Server! Sussex LGBTQ+ Society and WellBN also have a wide range of resources worth checking out!Please note that inclusion of a business, space or resource here does not constitute a sponsorship.Last updated - 23 March 2025
Last Updated by - Ember

University Resources

  • UoB TNBi Network - The Trans & Non-Binary Student/Staff Support Network is an independent safe space to support each other, and help each other out. Please contact them to request membership.

  • UoB Trans/Non-Binary Support PDF - An official university document on support for trans/non-binary students -- including changing your name on the systems.

  • UoB - Panthers Archery - a univeristy of brighton archery group, which is very LGBTQ+ friendly.

  • Life as a Trans+ Student - Some advice and information regarding university lifestyle as a Trans+ student.

Transitioning

  • WellBN - A progressive and inclusive gp surgery who run the trans health hub, which offers HRT bridging prescriptions

  • WellBN outreach - Access WellBN's trans health services while registered at a different GP in sussex county

  • Point of Pride - Free Chest Binders - Free chest binders for Trans+ folk needing them.

  • Free UK Deed Poll - Create a document to legally change your name for free

  • NHS HRT PPC - Buy one year of eligible HRT prescriptions for £19.80

Health and Wellbeing

Queer & Radical Spaces In Brighton

Local LGBTQ+ Groups

Local Activist Groups

About Us

The Brighton Student's Union (BSU) LGBTQ Society is based out of the university of brighton's three campuses. Our main base for our regular events is the Moulsecoomb, however we can also occassionally spring up in either the city campus/grand parade or falmer campuses.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Hiya, I'm a student at Bimm or University of Sussex, and wish to attend your event(s). Can i do so?

You are perfectly welcome at our events, however bear in mind that the Brighton Students Union does not cover insurance for any external guests.

I do not identify with anything in the lgbtq+ spectrum. Can I still attend your events?

So long as you are respectful of any society members and attendees, thier preferred names, pronouns, and thier sexuality - then you're perfectly welcome to our events!

When are your society events/meets?

Our society events & meetups are generally advertised on our social media platforms, and on the BSU website. We normally host events on Tuesdays between 18:00 and 20:30 in Elm house 404 normally, but our location can change from time to time, so we recommend checking the society page on the BSU Website, and our social media platforms.

Can you send any Research Forms to your society members?

We can send research forms to our society members. Please contact us via email with details about the research (including your name, purpose of research, and which institution you are with), data protection information, and a link to the research form, and we will consider whether it's something we can send to our society members on our Discord Server - via the #affiliate-feed channel.

2024-25 Committee

Core Committee

President

Nova
(they/them/xe/she)

VP Finance

Amy
(she/its)

vp social

Emerson
(they/he)

VP Welfare

Onyx-Lucis
(Any pronouns)

Identity Representatives

Trans rep

Ember
(she/xe/it/they)

Disabilities Rep

Eth
(they/she)

AroAce rep

Sneaky
(they/them)

2025-26 Committee

Core Committee

President

Nova
(they/them/xe/she)

VP Finance

Sneaky
(they/them)

vp social

Cassidy
(he/they)

VP Welfare

Ash
(they/star)

Identity Representatives

AroAce rep

Sneaky
(they/them)

Trans Rep

Sigma Girlcel
(she/her, fae/faer)

Non-Binary Rep

Imogen
(they/she/he)

LGBTQ+ On Campus

Information about lgbtq+ spaces on and off campus, and rules about attending our spaces

Please read the rules and guidance for accessing our spaces, and attending our events here - TBA

Elm House 404, Moulsecoomb Campus

We reguarly host our events in Elm House 404, which is on the Moulsecoomb Campus.You can find us often doing presentation nights, movie screenings, or even some unique events like a Murder Mystery for example here.However, sometimes we don't host events here. Please check our Instagram or Discord for where we will be at a given time.

LGBTQ+ Corner, SU Space, Grand Parade

After weeks of campaigning, we have gained a small portion of space in the SU Common Room in the City Campus. You can find us behind the screen!We occassionally host small side events in here, but it is always open for any LGBTQ+ Student to use. Outside of this, we often have pamplets and resources located in here too!Please note - this room itself is shared with general students

LGBTQ+ Society Discord

If you cannot attend our events in person, or want to organise a hangout of your own - you can join our Official Discord Server.This is a friendly space where you can chat to our members outside of society events, and the LGBTQ+ Corner.Please note - You need to have a valid University of Brighton, University of Sussex, or BIMM email address to access this server.

We are the

LGBTQ+ SOCIETY

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HISTORY MONTH EVENT

Stageplay - This is who I am
(with Amensty Soc & BUDS)
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    10 February • 18:00 - 20:30
    Sallis Benney Theatre, Grand Parade Building

    RE-FRESHERS EVENT

    Cookie Decorating and
    Arts & Crafts Night
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      11 February • 18:00 - 20:30
      Elm House 404