Event overview
Come join us at the Goldsmiths/Lewisham Research Café to celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month with engaging discussions and presentations!
Grab a free cup of tea or coffee and join students, staff and the general public to hear about current and recent research at Goldsmiths in a relaxed, friendly environment. The presentations will be followed by an opportunity for questions and discussion.
LGBTQ+ Positive Voices @ Goldsmiths Exhibition
LGBTQ+ Positive Voices @ Goldsmiths was an exhibition hosted at Goldsmiths, University of London Library during May and June 2024. Its content, the positive experiences and representation of LGBTQ+ people, was represented by both original art (artworks, videos, music, games) from more than 20 creators and artists from around the world, and also pieces from Goldsmiths Special Collections and Archives. Exhibition curator Ashleigh Green reflects on the LGBTQ+ histories found within the exhibition.
From Problem Novel to Own Stories: The Evolution of Trans Representation in YA Literature
Dr Emily Corbett is a specialist in children’s and young adult literature in the Goldsmiths Department of Educational Studies. She will share insights from her recent monograph, In Transition: Young Adult Literature and Transgender Representation (2024). Drawing on extensive analysis of published texts from the twenty-first century, she will discuss how specific narrative conventions emerged and evolved, how market forces shaped representation, and what these changes reveal about shifting cultural attitudes toward gender identity. The paper will highlight key turning points in this field’s history and examine the complex interplay between publishing practices and authentic representation.
Key Research Crucial To The Same-Sex Marriage Bill In Greece
Dr Panagiotis Pentaris is based in the Goldsmiths Department of Social, Therapeutic and Community Studies. He played a crucial role in the development of the newly passed same-sex marriage bill in Greece, which was informed by his work surrounding the rights of Greek LGBTQ+ families. Dr Pentaris was the first person to provide data specifically on the lived experiences of LGBTQ+ parents in Greece, and submitted a social policy report to the Greek parliament. Panagiotis is also the scientific lead for Rainbow Families in Greece, supporting LGBTQ+ parents in the public domain.
Dates & times
| Date | Time | Add to calendar |
|---|---|---|
| 12 Feb 2025 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm |
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