What’s the one TV scene that changed everything for you? 📺✨
In our latest episode, the Queer Global team dives deep into the iconic shows—from EastEnders to The L Word and Pose—that helped us feel seen, heard, and represented.
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Watch/Listen here:
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A powerful new oral history from Queer Global features Hina, a PhD student and activist who shares her journey navigating identity as a Khwaja Sira (third gender) person.
"Embrace yourself as soon as you can... you only live once."
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#OralHistory #thirdgender
🏳️🌈 Be a part of Queer History!
We're seeking London-based LGBTQ+ people from Global Majority or migrant backgrounds for their Oral Histories series.
Share your story, shape our history! 🌍
🪙 Receive £50 stipend for taking part
@heritagefunduk.bsky.social
Apply here: forms.gle/WSycjZ9tEwg1...
👀 We're seeking London-based 🏳️🌈 global majority or migrant interviewees for our Oral Histories project.
What you receive:
🪙 A stipend of £50
📚 Your story archived at the Bishopsgate Institute
📱 Featured on our socials
🎬 Potential to be featured in our documentary
Apply: forms.gle/9jvnShAL2KAo...
He was the first to come out. And he paid the ultimate price. 💔
Justin Fashanu was a football icon, but the world failed him. We honor his legacy and look back at the tragedy we must never forget.
This story is heartbreaking, but necessary. Please watch and remember him. 👇
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Our friends at The Film & TV Charity are recruiting for an Anti-Racism Wellbeing Advisor
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We’re looking for a researcher with a background in queer history to support an upcoming documentary exploring London’s Queer Global Majority & migrant histories (60-now).
💷 £350/day
🏳️🌈 Community-led, oral history–focused
Interested?
Get in touch: Blaise@elevatecommunityproductions.org
Think drag started on TV? Think again. 🏳️🌈
From 18th-century "Molly Houses" (and birthing wooden cheese 🧀) to Lily Savage facing down police raids, London drag has always been about survival.
We’re digging up 300 years of history you won't see on Drag Race. 👇
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We’ve 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.
⚠️ Trigger warning: homophobia, violence, confrontation.
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From the Church in Bangalore to pioneering queer mental health in London! 🏳️🌈✨
Sanjay'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.
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A woman is being interviewed for an Oral History Project by Queer Global
We are building the world's largest archive of LGBTQ+ Global Majority & Migrant stories. We need YOUR voice to make history.
✅ Safe space & expenses covered
✅ Anonymity available
Join the legacy. Apply here: forms.gle/ALgvoWj6QSY9... 🏳️🌈
#HeritageFund
✨ CASTING CALL ✨
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
Check out the vibe of the first episode: youtu.be/_6VMx0FPHbE
🏳️🌈 Rohaan shares his incredible journey of growing up Muslim and gay, navigating identity, and finding pure joy in dance. 💃🏽
It's a story of resilience, family love, and finally embracing your authentic self – including a fabulous Bollywood alter ego! 🌟
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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 🌈 💜
Our newest Oral History episode is a masterclass in "unlearning shame." Witness this incredible story of finding freedom in authenticity.
Watch now: youtu.be/pjePb9eH628?...
From his mum's warnings to a stranger trying to "change him to normal". 😲
G's powerful response: "I'm not broken. This is me." 🔥🔥🔥
Full story on our YouTube channel.
#Muslim #Islam #Gay #TheBlackCop #MetPolice
From being kidnapped and homeless under a bridge, to becoming the First Openly Gay Black Police Officer in London.
"If I was to deny my homosexuality, I was empowering the people who hated me. You have to own it."
This powerful story of identity, resilience, and belonging is a must-watch. 🔥
Volunteer at Elevate Studios!
Join us in Hounslow (TW5 9PD) as a Community Content Creator — perfect if you’re 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
🎙️ CALLING FUTURE PODCAST HOSTS! 🌈
We’re 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 Ibukun’s storytelling workshop at The LGBTQ+ Community Centre in Blackfriars, London ✨
#QueerGlobal #HeritageFund #NationalLottery
#LGBTQPlusCentre #Blackfriars
This was made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund, with thanks to National Lottery players.
@HeritageFundUK
📣 Share Your Story – Oral History Interviews
We’re inviting LGBTQ+ people of colour, migrants, and underrepresented voices to take part in Queer Global’s 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 — a free QTIPOC author talk + storytelling workshop at London LGBTQ+ Centre. 5:30–7PM. Booking required.
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#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 — 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 — uncovering hidden queer and POC histories, exploring untold stories, and celebrating voices from the past. 🌿🏛️
#QueerGlobal #QueerHistory #HiddenHistories #POCHistory #ChiswickHouse #QueerVoices #UntoldStories #LGBTQHistory
🌈 Starting this Saturday!
🗓 Dates: 12th, 19th & 26th April
🕚 Time: 11am – 3:30pm
📍Chiswick House & Gardens, Duke's Ave, Chiswick, London W4 2RP
It’s a welcoming space to share stories, experiment creatively, and collaborate ✨
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🌟 Just a few places left! 🌟
For our upcoming Queer Heritage Lab – 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-...
We’re recording an oral history podcast called From Shadows to Spotlight, centring LGBTQ+ & POC voices – and we’d 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 artists—come 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 limited—sign up via Linktree in bio.
Apply here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
#QueerArt #POCArtists #LGBTQ
