Charity registration number: 1176622
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Welcome to the "Bourne Out LGBT"
Local Eastbourne LGBT Charity
Objects
The charity’s objects (‘the objects’) are
“The promotion of equality and diversity for the public benefit in Eastbourne and the surrounding area by:-
(a) in particular, but not exclusively, promoting and staging an annual lgbt festival and events to promote equality and diversity
b) cultivating a sentiment in favour of equality and diversity in particular through celebrating the diversity of the lgbt community in the area of benefit;
(c) uniting the lgbt community, together with their families and friends, so they can feel safe, welcomed and proud to be themselves at events;
d) advancing education and raising general awareness among the public about the issues and challenges facing the lives of the lgbt community in the area of benefit; LGBT stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people, and refers to sexual orientation and gender re-assignment, both protected characteristics under the equality act 2010 (http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk/equalities/equality-act/).”
Bourne Out was initially launched in 2009 in association with Eastbourne Borough Council. It has recently been taken over by 2 new trustees,
Betty Gallacher as chairperson
and Stephen Halbhuber as secretary.
Betty (aka Scotty) has over 40 years promoting and fighting for LGBT rights as a Trade Union rep, receiving various awards and accolades during her time in recognition of her achievement.
The primary aim of the group is to promote LGBT rights in the Eastbourne and surrounding area and provide assistance in breaking down barriers which are still unfortunately encountered by persons identifying themselves as LGBT.
This includes those not only living in the local vicinity but also working or visiting.
We welcome and support ALL members of society who identify themselves as LGBT regardless of
age,
gender,
status,
religion or
sexual orientation.
We also welcome friends of LGBT members as guests.
Naturally and by default, this means that we will not condone or tolerate any form of discrimination, harassment or bullying either between or to our members and will deal with such occurrences appropriately.
Eastbourne and the surrounding area is hugely under-represented in the LGBT community.
The most recent census shows that almost 2000 people in Eastbourne identified themselves as being LGBT and we know that this is likely to be an underestimate of the true figure.
There is little for LGBT persons to do in Eastbourne whether they be 18 or 80 and this is something that we can change if we all work together.
We aim to work in conjunction with other groups and organisations in the local area to help promote LGBT rights and challenge barriers such as:
• Eastbourne Borough Council
• Sussex Police
• Eastbourne Rainbow
• Terence Higgins Trust
• Stonewall
Unite The Union
Bourne Out also encompasses LGBT Youth which is aimed at providing a safe environment for younger members to come forward and discuss fears or concerns and to obtain help and advice.
This may be done either through mentoring or by talking to an experienced and qualified counsellor.
We also aim to include LGBT Youth by providing activity and learning events such as laser-quest or 10 pin bowling so they can mix with other LGBT Youth in a controlled and safe environment whilst also learning that they are not alone or different from others.
In addition to the serious side of Bourne Out there is also a fun side which is centred around the meet-up app and website.
We hope that this will act as a starting point for new people, whether they be new to the area or long standing residents to come along and meet other LGBT members.
Local Eastbourne LGBT Charity
Objects
The charity’s objects (‘the objects’) are
“The promotion of equality and diversity for the public benefit in Eastbourne and the surrounding area by:-
(a) in particular, but not exclusively, promoting and staging an annual lgbt festival and events to promote equality and diversity
b) cultivating a sentiment in favour of equality and diversity in particular through celebrating the diversity of the lgbt community in the area of benefit;
(c) uniting the lgbt community, together with their families and friends, so they can feel safe, welcomed and proud to be themselves at events;
d) advancing education and raising general awareness among the public about the issues and challenges facing the lives of the lgbt community in the area of benefit; LGBT stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people, and refers to sexual orientation and gender re-assignment, both protected characteristics under the equality act 2010 (http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk/equalities/equality-act/).”
Bourne Out was initially launched in 2009 in association with Eastbourne Borough Council. It has recently been taken over by 2 new trustees,
Betty Gallacher as chairperson
and Stephen Halbhuber as secretary.
Betty (aka Scotty) has over 40 years promoting and fighting for LGBT rights as a Trade Union rep, receiving various awards and accolades during her time in recognition of her achievement.
The primary aim of the group is to promote LGBT rights in the Eastbourne and surrounding area and provide assistance in breaking down barriers which are still unfortunately encountered by persons identifying themselves as LGBT.
This includes those not only living in the local vicinity but also working or visiting.
We welcome and support ALL members of society who identify themselves as LGBT regardless of
age,
gender,
status,
religion or
sexual orientation.
We also welcome friends of LGBT members as guests.
Naturally and by default, this means that we will not condone or tolerate any form of discrimination, harassment or bullying either between or to our members and will deal with such occurrences appropriately.
Eastbourne and the surrounding area is hugely under-represented in the LGBT community.
The most recent census shows that almost 2000 people in Eastbourne identified themselves as being LGBT and we know that this is likely to be an underestimate of the true figure.
There is little for LGBT persons to do in Eastbourne whether they be 18 or 80 and this is something that we can change if we all work together.
We aim to work in conjunction with other groups and organisations in the local area to help promote LGBT rights and challenge barriers such as:
• Eastbourne Borough Council
• Sussex Police
• Eastbourne Rainbow
• Terence Higgins Trust
• Stonewall
Unite The Union
Bourne Out also encompasses LGBT Youth which is aimed at providing a safe environment for younger members to come forward and discuss fears or concerns and to obtain help and advice.
This may be done either through mentoring or by talking to an experienced and qualified counsellor.
We also aim to include LGBT Youth by providing activity and learning events such as laser-quest or 10 pin bowling so they can mix with other LGBT Youth in a controlled and safe environment whilst also learning that they are not alone or different from others.
In addition to the serious side of Bourne Out there is also a fun side which is centred around the meet-up app and website.
We hope that this will act as a starting point for new people, whether they be new to the area or long standing residents to come along and meet other LGBT members.
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Picture Gallery From Past Events
BourneOutLGBT Launch Day
Bowling Nights
Eastbourne Carnival
Eastbourne Mardi Gras 2017
Brighton Pride
Eurovision Night
Eastbourne Sunshine Carnival
Eastbourne Bonfire Society
Wyntercon 2017
Annual Summer Beach BBQ
Pulse Orlando Memorial Event
Various meet up events
World Aids Day 2017 March
Eastbourne Community Awards
Attitude Pride Hero Awards
Eastbourne Pride 2018
Bowling Nights
Eastbourne Carnival
Eastbourne Mardi Gras 2017
Brighton Pride
Eurovision Night
Eastbourne Sunshine Carnival
Eastbourne Bonfire Society
Wyntercon 2017
Annual Summer Beach BBQ
Pulse Orlando Memorial Event
Various meet up events
World Aids Day 2017 March
Eastbourne Community Awards
Attitude Pride Hero Awards
Eastbourne Pride 2018