International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia: 17 May 2013
Flying the Rainbow Flag for IDAHO day
We are supporting the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHO) on Friday 17 May 2013.
What is IDAHO day?
The International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHO) is celebrated every 17 May. This date was chosen because it is the anniversary of the World Health Organisation's May 1990 decision to remove homosexuality from its list of mental disorders. The aim of the day is to coordinate international events which call for respect for lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans (LGBT) people worldwide.
What is the Rainbow Flag?
The Rainbow Flag was popularised as a symbol of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transexual (LGBT) pride and diversity by artist Gilbert Baker in 1978. The different colours symbolise diversity in the gay community and the flag is often used at gay pride events and in gay villages worldwide. It consists of six coloured stripes which should be displayed with red on top or to the left. The colours were designed to symbolise red (life), orange (healing), yellow (sunlight), green (nature), blue (harmony) and purple/violet (spirit). [Taken from http://www.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/rainbowflag]
Other Information
The University has a LGBT staff network group which meets on a regular basis. If you would like more information, click on the group's webpage or contact Nicola Adler on ext 1440.
