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Oct/November 2007 No 69

Joint work creates "The Big Gay Prom"

by Chris Bartter

UNISON's LGBT group and our Young Members Committee are coming together along with outside organisations Glasgay! and LGBT Youth, to organise a spectacular night in the annual Glasgay! festival on 9 November at St Andrew's in the Square.

Based on the concept of the American School Prom, Glasgay! has subtly changed the emphasis of its annual ceilidh to create "The Big Gay Prom". Taking its inspiration from American high school culture where gay and lesbian teenagers often feel excluded by overtly heterosexual ceremonies 'The Big Gay Prom" provides a community celebration and focus for love, togetherness and harmony.

Alongside Belle Star Ceilidh band there will be Stretch Limos, Red Carpet Arrivals, A Welcoming Committee, Paparazzi and a special performance demonstration from Carrie's Angels, the cheerleaders just back from hell.

Elaine Duffy,The LGBT representative on the Communications and Campaigns committee said, "UNISON has been a long term supporter of Glasgay! and when the opportunity arose for us to involve members and activists in a more direct way, we felt it was a good opportunity. We have been successful in getting GPF funding and we are looking forward to the event."

Carrie Bell, Chair of the Young Members Committee, said "When we became aware that our partner organisation was LGBT Youth, it seemed an ideal opportunity to continue the working relationship that the Young Members Committee has already established with them."

UNISON will be involved in arranging display and handout material, organising photographs and competitions, and will provide the 'Prom Cake' to be presented on the night. Our advert is prominent in the programme.

Activists will be around to ensure that UNISON material is prominent and to help with the 'Prom King and Queen' competition!

The Big Gay Prom costs £15, tickets from the Glasgay! box office - online at www.glasgay.co.uk or phone 0141 552 7578, or into the office at Q! Gallery & Studio, 87-91 Saltmarket, Glasgow G1 5LE.

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