We've been here before: Section 28, the Supreme Court ruling and what LGBT+ history can teach us about the future
Looking back over 50 years of LGBT+ life in Scotland, so much has changed for the better. From the repeal of Section 28 (also known as Section 2A in Scotland) to equal marriage, we've come a long way. And yet many of us are feeling increasingly unsafe on our streets, and the challenges we're facing in 2026 bear a striking resemblance to those of the 70s, 80s and 90s.
What can looking at the past teach us about our future? How might we harness the experiences and energy of our elders to overcome contemporary challenges including the fallout from the 2025 UK Supreme Court ruling on the definition of sex? And how do we build a future where everyone in Scotland can live their lives with dignity and respect?
Join us for a special LGBT+ history session. We might not be able to predict the future, but we can equip ourselves with the knowledge and tools to shape it.
Outcomes
By the end of the session, participants will be able to:
- Have a better understanding of the historical process of social change
- Critically analyse narratives that look into the past to explain the present and predict the future
- Understand what it takes to really bring about the future we want to see
Who should attend?
This session is for anyone with a general interest in LGBT history, or for those trying to make sense what is happening right now.
But more than that, it’s for those looking for a way to build a better future.
Accessibility
The webinar will take place on Zoom and have captions enabled.
The powerpoint will be sent to participants after the session, but if you would like to have it beforehand as an access requirement, please get in touch.
The link to the webinar will be sent to those who sign up a few days before the event with a reminder.
If you have any other accessibility requirement or question, please contact jamesh@equality-network.org to discuss this.