MyUmbrella LGBT+ is a volunteer-led project of Reading Pride to raise awareness of the lesser-known identities across the sexuality, gender, romantic, and fetish spectrum's collectively known as LGBT+. We were launched on 5th September 2015 with an aim to raise awareness of over 300 identities.
MyUmbrella is here to celebrate and support queer life in Reading and the Thames Valley. We provide resources, education, and up-to-date information on all queer-friendly spaces and events, while fostering a community that values equality and diversity. Our goal is to raise awareness of issues affecting LGBT+ people, provide guidance and support, and help create an environment where everyone can thrive and feel included.
WANT TO KNOW ABOUT QUEER EVENTS, VENUES AND ORGANISATIONS?
Over the past 10 years, MyUmbrella LGBT+ has played a vital role in Reading by raising awareness of hundreds of diverse and lesser-known LGBT+ identities, strengthening the inclusive “Love Unites” ethos of Reading Pride, and creating meaningful spaces for remembrance, visibility and connection. Through volunteer-led education, advocacy and events such as Trans Day of Remembrance, MyUmbrella has helped ensure more people feel seen, valued and included across Reading and Berkshire.
Did you know it is Pride History Month?
Have a go at watching some videos which cover the history of pride and why it is so important that we educate and inspire others to show empathy, support and care towards members of the LGBTQIA+ community
Want to get more knowledgeable on how to be LGBTQIA+ inclusive? Check out our LGBTQIA+ inclusive guide HERE
Make a Donation
Reading Pride is run entirely by volunteers without any government funding. Any amount that you can give will go a long way to keep our year long projects going such as MyUmbrella LGBT+ and keep the Parade & Festival free-to-enter for another year
Contact Us
Email: [email protected]
Any specific queries go to Contact Us Page
MyUmbrella LGBT+ is a volunteer led project by Reading Pride, trading name and trademark of Reading Pride Limited; a company registered in England and Wales (Registered Number: 05041291); a registered charity (Registered Number: 1119891); and registered for VAT (Number: GB 979 8512 49).