Two decades of visibility, advocacy and community

The Imperial Pride Network has helped shape a more inclusive, supportive and visible environment for LGBTQ+ staff, students and allies. Over 20 years, the network has created community, influenced culture and supported lasting institutional change.

Our network in numbers

1000+ members Join the community
20 years of activity Discover how we operate
365 days of support Lets grow together

Bring your authentic self to work

Our Pride Network ensure staff and students can be who they truly are.

Nan & Tommaso: Building community and visibility

"It’s important for students to see people like them further along the career path they’re aiming for"

Owen Cheshire: Inclusivity in action

"It’s important now more than ever to be present and do what you can to amplify and advocate for voices who may not have the ability to talk about their communities"

Anson To: Advocacy in action

“It is important to me that the LGBTQ+ community is supported, especially trans+ communities and allies, given the current political climate”

Cate Goldwater Breheny: creating community for Queer students

"Seeing other Queer people in medicine inspires me to be my whole self within the practice"

Jacob & Theo: Welcome to queer Imperial

"It is important, now more than ever, to continue to fight for the rights of all LGBTQ+ people"

Tom Welton: Much to be proud of

"Chemistry provided me with a safe place to be me and to get on with my work"

Katarina, Finn, Rosie & Theo: Pride in Life Sciences

“My experiences have shaped who I am today, a dedicated researcher and a queer woman”

Kailash, Bethany, Alessio, Katherine & James: My identity is my pride

“By hiding your identity, you’re not able to use your lived and learned experience in addressing any problems you have”