ASDC Feb Members' Forum: Take pride in your approach to LGBTQ+ inclusivity
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Wednesday 11th February 2026, 2-3pm
About this forum:
In celebration of LGBT+ History Month's 2026 theme: Science & Innovation, this forum is dedicated to discussing how science and discovery centres, organisations and museums can be inclusive spaces for visitors and staff.
We will be joined by Schools OUT, the charity who founded LGBT+ History Month, and Dr Dom Galliano for this Members' Forum. We will discuss this month's theme, LGBTQ+ active allyship, and how this can be implemented in your organisation. We will additionally have a safe space for a Q&A session and discussion to include questions you may have around language, inclusion, and the different identities in the community.
What to expect:
You'll leave with a foundational understanding of the history of LGBT+ month, why it is important and relevant to your organisation, and examples of inclusive practices for your organisation. You can have your questions answered (including anonymously) that you may not have felt comfortable asking before regarding the LGBTQ+ community in our facilitated Q&A.
Schedule:
2:00-2:05 - Welcome
2:05-2:25 - Session by Schools OUT: What UK LGBT+ History Month is, this year's theme & why it is important
2:25-2:45 - Session by Dr Dom Galliano on active allyship and being LGBTQ+ inclusive in organisations
2:45-3:00 - Q&A Session with Dr Dr Dom Galliano for Science & Discovery Centres & Museums (feel free to submit anonymous questions in advance using the below link).
Submit your questions in advance via this form
You’re welcome to submit your questions ahead of the session anonymously, or bring them along to be answered. Questions such as:
- What’s the best way to ask someone’s pronouns respectfully?
- What should you do if you accidentally use the wrong pronoun?
This event will be open to all ASDC members and is intended for attendees to be able to ask questions and have constructive discussions in a respectful, inclusive and safe environment. Harmful or discriminatory language or behaviour will not be accepted. Please read our code of conduct for more information via this link: https://www.sciencecentres.org.uk/asdc-code-of-conduct-for-events/
If you are unsure about language use or concerned about any topics that may be discussed, please feel free to email info@sciencecentres.org.uk
General Information:
Please note this forum is for ASDC members only. These sessions are not recorded as they are safe spaces for members to discuss topics openly together. If you have any idea for a future forum please email the team admin@sciencecentres.org.uk.