The Human Rights Forum brings together prominent activists and thought-leaders to discuss the challenges that continue to face LGBTQ+ communities today, and what we as individuals can do to bring about political or social change. 

Greater Manchester has a legacy history of promoting equality and diversity across all equalities groups and was at the forefront of promoting the rights of LGBTQ+ people in the UK. The Human Rights Forum is part of our mission to amplify LGBTQ+ issues and campaigning for equality. We are committed to improving the lives of LGBTQ+ people in Greater Manchester and beyond.

The Human Right Forum is free to attend. 

In 2021 the Human Rights Forum took place online, take a look back over the two panel discussions: 

▼ The Intersectional and International Power of Pride Exploring the international landscape of LGBTQ+ equality and why Pride is still so important and relevant in fighting for freedom, not just in the UK but around the world.

Reeta Loi: Host Pronouns: She/they
Kay Ulanday Barrett Pronouns: They/he
Jason Jones Pronouns: He/him
Debbie Owusu-Akyeeah Pronouns: She/her
Sen Raj Pronouns: He/him

▼ Queerness as Resistance How LGBTQ+ identities and experiences have been steeped in resistance against the ‘norms’ set by society and how we can continue to break down barriers and boundaries to create a more equitable world. What is normal, and what does authenticity really mean?

Ben Pechey: Host Pronouns: They/them
Monica Pearl Pronouns: She/her
Marc Thompson Pronouns: He/him