LASI FAMILY GROUP MEETINGS

Thurs 26 January, 7pm-9pm (LB women only)

Sun 29 January, 2pm-4pm (LB women and kids)

Civil partnered? Single parent? Parental responsibilities? Residency orders? Fostering? Anonymous/known donors? Child support? Having lesbian parents?

We've two Family Group Meetings set up every month to suit your busy schedules (you can bring your kids along on Sundays!). Some of you have families already, some of you are single parents. Some of you can't wait to get started making a new family, and some of you just want to get some up to date info on what the law of the land says about lesbian parenting. Wherever you are, all lesbian and bisexual women are welcome to come along to our LASI Family Group meetings. LASI's Family Group is diverse - we've brand new mothers, seasoned parents, and lesbians who are just wondering...

Support. Information. Advice. And tea. Lots of tea. Call Orlaith on 07597 879 630 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more info, if you'd like to chat before you come along, or just come down to 2nd Floor, 9-13 Waring Street, Belfast on the day. (Tea not compulsory.)

UNISON's Health & Social Care Staff LGBT Forum

Their mission statement is “A Forum to provide a safe and welcoming space for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people working within health and social care, create an inclusive environment, and improve wellbeing.”

The next meeting takes place on Thursday 12th January at 6pm in UNISON North West, Clarendon St., Derry.  It is open to any lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender staff member employed by a Health & Social Care Trust or regional health organisation. As we are ordering catering, it would be helpful if you could confirm your attendance by contacting Leanne McMullan at the Public Health Agency This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it   028 90313321 . If you are unable to attend but interested in being kept informed, you can join the confidential email list by contacting Leanne.   http://www.facebook.com/events/217896951625762

In addition the Forum has arranged a meeting with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council for social worker members to meet to look at improving the inclusion of LGBT issues in social work degree and post qualifying training. This meeting will take place in UNISON Belfast on Tuesday 17th January at 6pm. If you are interested in attending this, please let Leanne know.

Foyle Pride 2012 are are holding a meeting in Sandinos in L/Derry on Wednesday the 18th of January. Anyone who wants to get involved in Gay pride this year is invited to go along - this is your chance to help shape Pride up north!

For more info contact the Group via FB http://www.facebook.com/groups/110814945622886/

LLL Film Night

Lesbian Line and LASI present "Elena Undone" - Fate brings two diversely different women together, and sets them on a collision course that will shatter their preconceived notions about love, life and the power of ones soul... 7pm, Wednesday 14 December 2011, 1st Floor, Belfast LGBT Centre, 9-13 Waring Street, Belfast. ALL lesbian and bisexual women are welcome. Free event, but BYO popcorn!

Congratulations to LASI Board Member

Marian Duggan, whose new book "Queering Conflict: Examining Lesbian and Gay Experiences of Homophobia in Northern Ireland" is due for publication in January 2012.

"Queering Conflict provides a fascinating glimpse into the unique cultural circumstances and history of homophobia and hate crime in Northern Ireland. Rich in documentary material, and enriched by the voices of those with first hand experience, this book provides fresh insights into a society characterised both by traditional moral conservatism but also the quest for rights and liberation" CF Stychin, University of Reading

Cassia and Hanna recently started a petition on Care2.com asking the Irish government to legalise same-sex marriage in this country. To help them reach their goal of 10,000 signatures, they would like to ask you to sign it.

You can find their petition here:
http://www.thepetitionsite.com/4/marriage-equality-in-ireland/

They would appreciate any help you can give them in gathering support for this cause. Thank you!

LB Women's Advocacy Information Drop In

Tuesdays from 10am, LASI Community Space

The advocacy worker Harriet Long will be based up in the LASI offices every Tuesday morning available to any lesbian or bisexual woman needing advice and/or practical support. If you want to contact Harriet to find out more or make an appointment you can leave a message at the LASI offices (90 249452) or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Alternatively you can drop in on Tuesday mornings, any time after 10am.

Did You Know...

Do you have a group but no space, maybe a book club or a singing group etc. that needs a place to meet? LASI's Community Space is free to use but booking is required in advance, so please call Deby on 02890 249 452 / 07597 879 629 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information!