π We're seeking London-based π³οΈβπ global majority or migrant interviewees for our Oral Histories project.
What you receive:
πͺ A stipend of Β£50
π Your story archived at the Bishopsgate Institute
π± Featured on our socials
π¬ Potential to be featured in our documentary
Apply: forms.gle/9jvnShAL2KAo...
He was the first to come out. And he paid the ultimate price. π
βJustin Fashanu was a football icon, but the world failed him. We honor his legacy and look back at the tragedy we must never forget.
βThis story is heartbreaking, but necessary. Please watch and remember him. π
youtu.be/K3NUbL3Tkp0
Our friends at The Film & TV Charity are recruiting for an Anti-Racism Wellbeing Advisor
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Weβre looking for a researcher with a background in queer history to support an upcoming documentary exploring Londonβs Queer Global Majority & migrant histories (60-now).
π· Β£350/day
π³οΈβπ Community-led, oral historyβfocused
Interested?
Get in touch: Blaise@elevatecommunityproductions.org
Think drag started on TV? Think again. π³οΈβπ
βFrom 18th-century "Molly Houses" (and birthing wooden cheese π§) to Lily Savage facing down police raids, London drag has always been about survival.
βWeβre digging up 300 years of history you won't see on Drag Race. π
youtu.be/RMOumi9PO68
Weβve shared a new podcast episode where we watch hard-hitting documentary scenes about navigating intersectional identities. Some moments are uncomfortable and hit close to home, so we pause and talk through.
β οΈ Trigger warning: homophobia, violence, confrontation.
youtu.be/zIkP2QK0p9c
From the Church in Bangalore to pioneering queer mental health in London! π³οΈβπβ¨
βSanjay's story is a powerful journey of faith & liberation. Watch as he shares his inspiring path from being a pastor in India to building life-changing spaces for the South Asian LGBTQ+ community.
youtu.be/iLMcdxArDsQ
We are building the world's largest archive of LGBTQ+ Global Majority & Migrant stories. We need YOUR voice to make history.
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Safe space & expenses covered
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Anonymity available
βJoin the legacy. Apply here: forms.gle/ALgvoWj6QSY9... π³οΈβπ
β#HeritageFund
ββ¨ CASTING CALL β¨
We are looking for fresh voices to join us for our next shoot in January. We want to amplify Global Majority stories, so if you have a burning pop culture take or a personal story to share, please DM me. #lgbt #podcast
βCheck out the vibe of the first episode: youtu.be/_6VMx0FPHbE
π³οΈβπ Rohaan shares his incredible journey of growing up Muslim and gay, navigating identity, and finding pure joy in dance. ππ½
It's a story of resilience, family love, and finally embracing your authentic self β including a fabulous Bollywood alter ego! π
youtu.be/5B836cs8KTM
In this powerful Oral History interview, we sit down with Munish Chopra-Evans to discuss his story of migrating to London, belonging, and the cultural battles he faced.
#indian #panjabi #punjabi #gay
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Code-switching. Religious trauma. Radical self-acceptance π π
βOur newest Oral History episode is a masterclass in "unlearning shame." Witness this incredible story of finding freedom in authenticity.
βWatch now: youtu.be/pjePb9eH628?...
From his mum's warnings to a stranger trying to "change him to normal". π²
G's powerful response: "I'm not broken. This is me." π₯π₯π₯
Full story on our YouTube channel.
#Muslim #Islam #Gay #TheBlackCop #MetPolice
βFrom being kidnapped and homeless under a bridge, to becoming the First Openly Gay Black Police Officer in London.
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"If I was to deny my homosexuality, I was empowering the people who hated me. You have to own it."
βThis powerful story of identity, resilience, and belonging is a must-watch. π₯
Volunteer at Elevate Studios!
Join us in Hounslow (TW5 9PD) as a Community Content Creator β perfect if youβre into media, podcasts, or supporting your community.
Free training + expenses covered. Starts 18 Aug & ongoing!
Apply: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
#filmproduction #podcastproduction
ποΈ CALLING FUTURE PODCAST HOSTS! π
Weβre launching a brand new queer heritage podcast and looking for a brilliant host to join the team.
#queerheritage #queerpodcast #lgbtqcreatives #volunteerrole #queercommunity
A moment from Ibukunβs storytelling workshop at The LGBTQ+ Community Centre in Blackfriars, London β¨
#QueerGlobal #HeritageFund #NationalLottery
#LGBTQPlusCentre #Blackfriars
This was made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund, with thanks to National Lottery players.
@HeritageFundUK
π£ Share Your Story β Oral History Interviews
Weβre inviting LGBTQ+ people of colour, migrants, and underrepresented voices to take part in Queer Globalβs ongoing oral history archive.
Book your slot here:
calendly.com/blaise-eleva...
#HeritageFund #NationalLottery
@HeritageFundUK
Not long left! Join us May 18 for Queer Stories, Queer Pasts & Futures β a free QTIPOC author talk + storytelling workshop at London LGBTQ+ Centre. 5:30β7PM. Booking required.
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/queer-stor...
#QueerGlobal #QTIPOC #LGBTQEvents #QueerStories
Behind the scenes with Julio during his Queer Global interview.
He spoke about growing up queer in Venezuela, navigating family, culture, and religion and how finding solidarity with his sister helped shape who he is today.
#QueerGlobal #QueerVoices #POCStories #MigrationNarratives #Queer
In this interview, we hear about the experience of the first openly Black officer in the Metropolitan Police β a story of visibility, resistance, and navigating an institution not built for you.
#QueerGlobal #BlackHistory #MetPolice #HiddenHistories #POCHistory #LivedExperience #AntiRacism l
Looking back at the early stages of creation during the Queer Global workshops at Chiswick House when participants began developing their powerful pieces exploring queer stories of migration, chosen family, identity, and global majority experiences.
#QueerGlobal #QueerArt #CommunityWorkshops
A look back at our Queer Global tour and workshop at Chiswick House β uncovering hidden queer and POC histories, exploring untold stories, and celebrating voices from the past. πΏποΈ
#QueerGlobal #QueerHistory #HiddenHistories #POCHistory #ChiswickHouse #QueerVoices #UntoldStories #LGBTQHistory
π Starting this Saturday!
π Dates: 12th, 19th & 26th April
π Time: 11am β 3:30pm
πChiswick House & Gardens, Duke's Ave, Chiswick, London W4 2RP
Itβs a welcoming space to share stories, experiment creatively, and collaborate β¨
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π Just a few places left! π
For our upcoming Queer Heritage Lab β a 3-session creative programme for LGBTQ+ POC and those from migrant backgrounds, exploring heritage through expressive art, 16mm film, photography, and co-creation workshops.
elevatecommunityproductions.org/f/the-queer-...
Weβre recording an oral history podcast called From Shadows to Spotlight, centring LGBTQ+ & POC voices β and weβd love for you to be part of it.
Want to share your story? More info via: elevatecommunityproductions.org/f/the-queer-...
#FromShadowsToSpotlight #QueerGlobal #OralHistory #QueerHistory
LGBTQ+ & POC artistsβcome be part of our free Queer Global Heritage Lab this April at Chiswick House!
Join community photoshoots, co-create artwork, and exhibit your work.
Spots are limitedβsign up via Linktree in bio.
Apply here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
#QueerArt #POCArtists #LGBTQ
πβ¨ Queer Global Heritage Lab: Exhibition Co-Creation π³οΈβππ¨
π Sign up here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/queer-glob...
#QueerGlobal #HeritageLab #FromShadowsToSpotlight #QueerArt #LGBTQRepresentation #POCArtists
π Queer & People of Colour Histories Tour β Chiswick House π
π Sign up now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/queer-peop...
#QueerHistory #POCStories #QueerLondon #HeritageSpaces #ChiswickHouse
This Sunday, weβre gathering at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre for our next Queer Global Mixer!
π London LGBTQ+ Community Centre
π 16:30 - 19:30
ποΈ Reserve your spot: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/queer-glob...
#QueerGlobal #LGBTQHistory #QueerEvents #LondonLGBTQ