The KCL LGBTQ+ Students Network is collective of students and societies who share the common goal of working towards LGBTQ+ liberation. Officially founded in 2020, our main duty is to represent, support and advocate on behalf of all LGBTQ+ students at KCL.
The main way in which we aim to fulfil this duty is by curating events and running campaigns throughout each academic year, but especially during Trans Awareness Week, World AIDS Day, LGBTQ+ History Month, and Pride Month. We also do a lot of work behind the scenes, and work with both KCL and KCLSU, to ensure all LGBTQ+ students can have an equitable and enjoyable time while studying at King’s.
We understand that there is a huge breadth and depth of intersectional experiences within the LGBTQ+ community and we are extremely honoured and privileged to represent such a diverse student body. However, we are also aware that mainstream LGBTQ+ activism has been traditionally exclusive, often dismissing the unique needs of the Trans* and POC communities. As a result, while continuing to work for all LGBTQ+ students at KCL despite any other identity they may have, we aim centre the Trans* and POC communities and their needs as they are often the most vulnerable (and yet, the most resilient!) within our community.
If you wish to learn more about our initiatives, get involved with our projects, or if you are simply looking for community and support, please do not hesitate to contact us via email at [email protected]
For regular updates about all things LGBTQ+ at King’s, follow us on Instagram @kclsulgbt.
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