National and Local Equality Events and Organisations

What local equality and diversity events take place in Oxford?

Oxford plays host to several events aimed at promoting equality:

1. Oxford Pride - An annual event celebrating lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) life in Oxfordshire. The event promotes awareness of LGBT issues and aims to provide entertainment in a safe and unobtrusive environment.
2. Cowley Road Carnival - Since its beginning in 2001, the Cowley Road Carnival has grown to be one of Oxfordshire's major cultural events. A celebration of the diversity of East Oxford, the Carnival features a wide range of local and national musical talent.

What organisations can help with diversity and equality issues?

There are many organisations, websites and publications that offer more information regarding diversity and equality.

Organisations that may be of interest include:

• Equality and Human Rights Commission
• DIALOG (Diversity in Action in Local Government)
• Every Generation
• Government Equality Office
• Stonewall
  

Equality publications and newspapers include:

• The Voice
• Disability Now
• Gay Times
• The Pink Paper
• DIVA magazine

Page last reviewed 14 June 2011