Hastings Student Notices
Hey everyone!
It’s February, which means it’s LGBT+ History Month! This year, the theme is Science & Innovation—a perfect opportunity to celebrate the contributions of LGBT+ people to scientific progress while also reflecting on the challenges they have historically faced.
As part of our celebrations, we highlight five LGBT+ historical figures whose work aligns with this year’s theme:
Barbara Burford – a pioneering medical researcher who established equality and diversity guidelines across the NHS.
Charles Beyer – a locomotive engineer and founding member of the Institute of Mechanical Engineers.
Elke Mackenzie – a botanist who conducted groundbreaking research on Antarctic lichens.
Jemma Redmond – a biotechnologist who developed 3D bioprinters to create tissues and organs.
Robert Boyle – a founder of modern chemistry and a key figure in establishing the scientific method.
These innovators show that LGBT+ people have always contributed to science and technology, often overcoming significant barriers. Their stories inspire us to continue building a world where everyone’s potential can be fully realised.
It’s important for LGBT+ people to be loud and proud, because even today, both around the world and in our own country, many people face barriers simply for being themselves. Celebrating history helps us shine a light on these achievements and reminds us why visibility, acceptance, and advocacy matter.
Written by: Paige-Marie Baker-Carroll
📧 paige.baker-carroll@escg.ac.uk
Trip Announcement
Don’t miss out! Spaces are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Email paige.baker-carroll@escg.ac.uk to secure your spot
LGBT+ Trip to the Hastings Museum
On Thursday the 12th, we’ll be heading to the Hastings Museum after lunch.
We’ll be following their History Trail, which features eleven stories from the museum’s collection that highlight the trials and triumphs of our LGBTQIA+ forebears, proudly affirming Hastings’ place on the pink history map. The selected stories are located throughout the museum, and you can pick up a map at reception during opening hours.
You’ll also have the chance to explore the gallery and see their other free exhibitions.
If you’d like to join, please email me to secure your spot: paige.baker-carroll@escg.ac.uk.
Please note, we will be walking to the gallery, which is about 14 minutes away, so plan accordingly. We can take breaks along the way if needed.
Are you under 26? Do you want to help create a more vegan future?
We want to amplify the voices of young people in the vegan community. That is why we are offering people aged under 26 the opportunity to join The Vegan Society for free.
As a thank you for joining, you will get:
Over 100 discounts currently offered to our members by third parties on cosmetics, restaurants, clothing and much more including 10% off our own supplement, VEG 1, 10% off at Holland & Barrett and The Body Shop and 20% off at Love Raw.
A membership card in the post.*
A digital subscription to The Vegan magazine.
A chance to shape the future of the society with the right to vote in our AGM.
By joining you will support our work and help us to keep on creating a more vegan world. We will do this by lobbying for vegan friendly policies, labelling products as vegan with the Vegan Trademark (70,000 to date), conducting pioneering research and providing vegan specific nutrition and legal guidance.
Parental/Guardian consent required for children under age 13.
*If you would prefer not to receive a membership card in the post, please email membership@vegansociety.com as soon as you have completed the sign-up form.