Ep. 4 Beautifully Proud, celebrating Pride and support for the LGBTQ+ community in Weston with Matt Hardy

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Rainbow flags, glitter balls and a pier (or three)…no we’re not talking about Brighton, this is Weston-super-Mare, where there’s excitement, support and ambition amongst the LGBTQ+ community this June, as the *Beautifully Proud programme kicks off across several of the town’s venues.

Listen to Matt Hardy, Operational Services Manager for Weston Town Council, and Event Creator for Beautifully Proud, as he gives us an overview of some of the social aspects and support available for the community, and how it has changed over the past few years.

Not only does he give us an insight into life in the LGBTQ+ community in the town, he also tells us how Weston’s burgeoning cultural scene has ignited his creative spirit.

Matt talks about:

• Highlights of the Beautifully Proud programme for June
• LGBTQ+ nightlife, year-round events and diversity in Weston
• Support services available for the community
• How venues in Weston are getting involved in a new support system showcasing welcoming, safe spaces
• The independent business scene in Weston and his favourite places to eat and drink in the town.

For a full summary of the conversation click here.

*Beautifully Proud is a month-long programme of events, activities, exhibitions and performances for all ages across multiple venues throughout Pride Month in June 2023.
Click here for the full Beautifully Proud programme.
To find about more about year-round support and social events for the LBGTQ+ community, visit The North Somerset LGBT+ Forum

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Huge thanks to our host Becky Walsh and our voiceover artist Matt Hardy