Celebrate Refugee Festival Scotland with Pride!
June marks Pride Month, celebrating the lives and histories of LGBTQI+ individuals and communities across the world.
With LGBTQI+ people facing persecution across the world, and at a time when hard-fought rights are under attack in the UK – this Refugee Festival Scotland, we are delighted to celebrate the lives and stories of LGBTQI+ people who have sought refuge here!
Whether you’re interested in storytelling, making new friends, sport or dancing the night away – we’ve got an event for you!
- LGBT Unity 5-a-side Tournament
LGBT Unity is hosting an inclusive 5-a-side football tournament for LGBTQIA+ refugees and asylum seekers and allies. The tournament will be a chance for LGBTQIA+ refugees and asylum seekers to meet others from outside their own community and build understanding.
Mixed gender teams will enter in advance and compete against each other in a supportive environment. There will be refreshments for players to enjoy and a chance to socialise between matches.
Where? Powerleague Soccer Centre, Kennedy St, Glasgow G4 0PR
When? 15th June 2024, 12.30-4.30pm
2. Preserving stories of LGBTQI+ refugees in Scotland for future generations
If you identify as LGBTQI+ and have experienced the UK’s asylum system/displacement/migration, we want to hear from you!
Meet OurStory Scotland, who support LGBTQI+ people in Scotland to share their stories. Discover oral history, mapping and storytelling techniques. Take part in a group oral history interview and be part of Scotland’s vibrant LGBT history!
Where? CCA Clubroom, Centre for Contemporary Arts, Glasgow G2 3JD
When? 20th June 2024, 2-5pm
3. ARAB TAKEOVER
A night of live performances and music celebrating Arab resilience. Bringing home to Glasgow.
Line up: KARIM SERRY, DIJA, JOUMANA, HIBA
Live performances by: INTI BINT, CARAMELLA, HUSS
Where? Civic House, Glasgow G4 9RH
When? 16th June 2024, 7pm – late
