What we’re about
Welcome to the Manchester LGBTQ+ Meetup! This is a group geared towards ALL in the LGBTQ+ community. Everyone is welcome, including our fabulous allies! 🌈❤️
We try to create a safe, welcoming space for anyone who wants to get acclimated to the area, find friends with whom to enjoy social activities, and make lasting connections. If you don't have many lgbtq+ acquaintances yet, are isolated or lonely, or feel you are unable to be your true authentic self for fear of being judged by straight friends and acquaintances then you are the MVP here! If you feel comfortable to do so, please feel free to make yourself known to one of the organisers so we can make especially sure you will feel comfortable and welcomed here. Or if anyone feels nervous about coming to such a meetup, feel free to send one of the organisers a direct message via meetup, and we can discuss any reservations you may have.
This group has a zero tolerance for gatekeeping. The LGBTQ+ community includes (but is not limited to) Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer, Asexual, Intersex, and Pansexual. We assume everyone who joins has the best intentions and will do their own research and learning. If you promote hateful opinions, this isn't the group for you.
🤝 Accessibility
We want everyone to be able to get something from this group. If you have a disability that you feel may affect your ability to attend or enjoy our meetups, we would really appreciate a direct message with your thoughts on how we can improve. At the moment we have a mix of events that are accessible or inaccessible. All events hosted by Steph-Lani are accessible. Please contact them if you have any access needs or concerns.
Where known, accessibility information is included in the event description. If you have suggestions for places where we can host an accessible Meetup, then please please get in touch with Steph-Lani or Rae!
❤️ Help and support
We created a full list of links and resources to lgbtq+ charities for anyone who is struggling or experiencing any difficulties (it's a bit outdated now though), please check them out and don't be shy to get in touch with any of them!
https://bit.ly/2YAJTkZ
Welcome to the group, we look forward to seeing you soon! ❤️🌈
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Amped November: C'Amped - MEN ONLY EVENTThe REM Bar, Greater Manchester
## Amped is back for another rock filled night with DJ Bruiser with performances from Davey Stuart, Chet Black and Coco!
Loving new Linkin Park? Motivated by the My Chemical Romance tour announcement? Stoked by The Strokes? Okay...you get the idea!
Amped
The Queerest Rock night in town
Indie | alternative | Rock
ALL by our DJ Bruiser
Doors Open 11pm
Advance Tickets £7 incl. booking fee / £10 OTD
- 🏳️⚧️ Trans & Non-binary fitness: Misfits Lift Club🏋️💪Needs location
This is a weekly event run by external organisers (Not A Phase) specifically for trans and non-binary folk of all fitness levels and experience. If you'd like to know more about Misfits or Not A Phase, then check out their website. Leave a comment or send a DM if you'd like to meet up beforehand or if you have meetup specific questions.
This is a weekly event on Meetup but the Meetup host may not always be there, however the classes will still be running.
We usually meet in the cafe beforehand just inside the entrance, on the left opposite the toilets. Location is hidden on here but it's on the website when you sign up. The post code for this event is M11.
These classes are free to attend but you have to create an account and sign up to the class on the website first.
Taken from the Misfits website:
We bring to you lift club with @sachapt an opportunity to get first class strength and resistance training n this 1 hour special, we have a state of the art gym with an amazing range of equipment.
If you have questions related to Lift Club then Sacha should be able to help - their contact details are on the Lift Club page.
