Consortium is committed to making sure that we reference specific communities wherever we can.
There may be occasions when we use abbreviations and acronyms to describe communities. For example, when quoting a third party or when attempting to convey a significant volume of information (such as the Equity Fund criteria).
In such instances, readers will be signposted to this page where we have provided further information below and we will continue to review the definitions detailed.
Consortium understands that no one term or definition will resonate with all members of intersectional groups. We are also aware that language necessarily evolves and we will continue to explore how to best represent the communities we’re working with, guided by those communities.
LGBT+ People of Colour and People from Black, Asian and Minoritised Ethnicities
We recognise the use of terms such as PoC/BAME reflect a diverse range of people and communities. We use it as inclusively as possible to reflect people from communities who experience racism.
Used as an umbrella terms for people who recognise their potential for sexual and emotional attraction to more than one gender (labels which may fall under the ‘bi+ umbrella’ include bisexual, pansexual, omnisexual, fluid, queer)
Primarily used in relation to LBT Women’s Health week: LBT Women's Health Week is a week aimed at lesbian, bisexual and trans women, and frontline workers and healthcare providers who work with them.
Occasionally, our events cover topics that are widely considered to be "women's" health issues, such as as pregnancy, menopause, menstruation, cervical health, etc. We recognise that such issues are not limited to cis women, and that some trans men and non-binary people may relate to these experiences. Therefore, some of our events of this nature indicate that they are appropriate for women and anybody who may experience the specific health issue (e.g. "women and people who experience menopause").
We welcome trans men and non-binary people to attend our events when the event is indicated this way, however please only do so if you feel comfortable. Events without this indicator are intended for only cis and trans women.