International Lesbian Day
International Lesbian Day is a day to celebrate, uplift, and raise awareness of lesbian individuals and their contributions to society. It also aims to combat stereotypes and increase visibility of lesbian voices, history, and experiences, particularly within LGBTQ+ education and communities. It’s a day for everyone to stand in solidarity with lesbians and help create inclusive spaces where all identities are respected and represented.
Activities:
Flag & Identity Art: Create posters or art using the lesbian pride flag colours (🧡 orange, 🤍 white, 💖 pink) with affirming messages or creative designs.
“Famous Lesbians Through History” Quiz or Gallery Walk: Learn about inspiring lesbians from the past and present (e.g. Audre Lorde, Clare Balding, Sappho, Hannah Gadsby).
Pride Playlist Challenge: Students curate a positive, inclusive music playlist featuring lesbian artists or LGBTQ+ anthems play these in the canteen, share online or play during enrichment.
Affirmation Hearts or Stars: Students write positive, inclusive messages and decorate them using pride colours to create a school display.
“What Makes a Great Ally?” Worksheet: Brainstorm ways to support lesbian peers and challenge stereotypes respectfully.
Whole-School Awareness Ideas:
Assembly or Video Focus: A short presentation about lesbian visibility, the importance of inclusion, and recognising diverse relationships in all communities.
Form Time Conversation Topics:
What does visibility mean, and why does it matter?
How can we create inclusive spaces in school?
What’s the difference between sexual orientation and gender identity?
Library or Display Board Feature:
Books by lesbian authors or featuring lesbian characters (age-appropriate)
Quotes, artwork, flags, and history timelines.
Pride Badge Day: Students design badges or stickers that reflect support for lesbians or LGBTQ+ visibility.
Dress in Pride Colours Day: Wear orange, white, and pink to show solidarity and spark conversation.
Social Media Ideas:
Flag & History Spotlight: Share the meaning of the lesbian pride flag and its colours.
Student-Created Art or Quotes: Post art, affirmations, or messages created by students.
“Trailblazers” Carousel Post: Highlight well-known lesbians in sports, music, politics, literature, and activism.
Ally Quotes: Staff or student voices sharing why inclusion matters or how they support lesbian friends/peers.
Myth vs Fact Slides: Clear up common misconceptions about lesbian identities with respectful, factual slides.
Hashtags to Use:
#InternationalLesbianDay
#LesbianVisibility
#PrideInSchool
#InclusionMatters
#LGBTQHistory
#PrideEveryDay