What is a safe space?

A safe space is defined as “a place or environment in which a person or category of people can feel confident that they will not be exposed to discrimination, criticism, harassment, or any other emotional or physical harm”.

As a student, there are lots of things you can do and places you can go for safety & support if you are part of the LGBTQIA+ community, both within and outside of the university.  Here are some places that can help.

Explore the Your Students’ Union LGBTQIA+ Community

Coventry’s Students Union has a large community of both LGBTQIA+ students and staff and hosts several events throughout the year.  The community also has a large selection of resources for LGBTQIA+ support in and around Coventry.

Take a look at their webpage by clicking here!

Coventry University LGBTQIA+ Societies

Join the LGBTQIA+ Society!

The LGBTQIA+ Society is a safe space for those who are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, Intersex, Asexual or those who are any other gender or sexuality.  Memberships cost £5 per person and events and activities take place every week.

Click here to be taken to the LGBTQIA+ Society webpage.

Join the Gender Equality Society!

The Gender Equality Society is about keeping the conversation of gender equality alive – and acts as a safe space for all students to amplify their voices.  Memberships to this society cost £2 per person and events take place throughout the semester.

Click here to be taken to the Gender Equality Society webpage.

Coventry is home to a large selection of places that are welcoming to those who are LGBTQIA+.  From bars to restaurants, here are a selection of places for you to visit.

LGBTQIA+ Friendly Places in Coventry

The Yard

The Yard is Coventry’s #1 LGBTQ+ venue, open until late 7 days a week.  The Yard hosts several events throughout the week, including Open Mic nights and karaoke.

To find out more about The Yard: The Yard Coventry - Coventry's #1 LGBTQ+ Venue

Glamorous Coventry

Glamorous Coventry is one of the largest gay bars in Coventry and is located next to the city centre ring road.  The location is also open 6 days a week and offers food for both takeaway and delivery.

Click here to find out more about Glamorous Coventry.