Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) forum
Background
The LGBT forum was set up in March 2007 by the Community Safety Partnership. This forum was conceived to give a voice to members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) communities who may be concerned about homophobia and/or transphobia and its consequences. The forum focuses on those who live, work, study, visit or socialise within the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames.
The forum acts as an advisory body to the local Council, the police and other relevant agencies on issues facing LGBT hate crimes and discrimination.
LGBT volunteers organise and chair the forum. Meetings take place every six weeks alongside statutory partners, and other interested organisations, to address and reduce homophobia and transphobia and to promote best practice.
The forum is open to anyone to attend, although only those who self-identify as LGBT are entitled to full voting membership.
Meeting schedule
Meetings are held at York House, Richmond Road, Twickenham. The nearest train station is Twickenham BR station and buses on routes 33, 110, 267, 281, 290, 490, H22, R68 and R70. The forum actively seeks to cater for the needs of those with disabilities. If you have a disability, please contact the Community Safety Team in advance so that suitable arrangements can be made.
- Tuesday 9 December 2008 at 7pm, Terrace Room,York House - please note change of date
Contact the LGBT forum
If you would like to find out more about the LGBT forum, please contact Peter Kirkham in the Community Safety Team.
Telephone: 020 8891 7394
Email: community.safety@richmond.gov.uk.