LGBTQIA+

LGBTQIA+ awareness days shine light on the importance of inclusion and allow us to celebrate our pride in diversity. We are dedicated to providing a supportive and respectful environment for all individuals, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.

Take a look at some of the ways we have celebrated the LGBTQIA+ community and history at the CVR, and find resources for being a respectful LGBTQIA+ ally in the workplace!

LGBTQIA+ History Month

LGBTQIA+ History Month is celebrated every February in the UK. It is a time to honour the pioneers, celebrate progress, and reflect on the ongoing journey toward equality and acceptance. At the CVR, we recognize the importance of this month in highlighting the rich history and contributions of LGBTQIA+ individuals, both within the scientific community and beyond.

See below how we paid tribute to contributions of past and present LGBTQIA+ individuals in science!

Blog Posts

Videos and Podcasts

Members of the LGBTQIA+ community here at the CVR met to discuss the stories of the LGBTQIA+ virologists and microbiologists in history, acknowledging their challenges and ensuring they are never erased.

Watch the podcast, or click here to listen to the audio version!

CVR members documented their insight into being an LGBTQIA+ scientist at the CVR and explored the story of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing.

Watch Episode 1 of Devlin Deep Dives here!

LGBTQIA+ in STEM Day

November 18th marks the annual celebration of LGBTQIA+ people in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). It is a day to celebrate the work of LGBTQIA+ individuals and highlight barriers, in aim of providing an inclusive community.

To celebrate the occasion, we created a series of videos featuring members of the LGBTQIA+ community at the CVR, sharing their experiences and offering advice for navigating STEM as an LGBTQIA+ individual. Watch them below!

Learn more about being an LGBTQIA+ person in STEM from some of our CVR members and partners.

Read ‘Our Researchers Share their Stories’ which highlights the experience of CVR members and collaborators to celebrate LGBTQIA+ in STEM day!

Garscube Pride Picnic 2024

CVR Pride Picnic 2023

Pride Month Events

In honour of pride month 2024, we hosted a Pride Picnic at the Garscube campus, alongside UofG cancer sciences, CRUK Scotland institute and UofG school of biodiversity.

The event raised £649.89 for Terrence Higgins Trust Scotland, a HIV and sexual health charity! Watch some clips from the event here.

To celebrate pride month 2023, our fabulous PGR reps & Social Committee hosted a Pride Picnic.

Attendees took part in arts & crafts for a new display called 'What Pride means to the CVR' and discussed the importance of allyship in the workplace. This showcased the true sense of community and inclusivity at the CVR.

How to be an LGBTQIA+ Ally in the Workplace

For more guidance about how to be a good ally to your LGBTQIA+ colleagues in the workplace, please download this resource.