Network update: April
Network consulting on LGBT in sport reporting guidelines; how to support events such as the Gay Games; new LinkedIn group established…
A thaw point? How ice skating stories show progress
As a new documentary about British Olympic gold medal-winning figure skater John Curry is released in UK cinemas, Jon Holmes looks at what the media can learn from LGBT representation in winter sports both then and now…
The need for welcoming workplaces in sports media
For someone who’s LGBT, the hierarchy and tradition of a newsroom may seem a tough environment in which to come out. Grant Dalton says it’s important sportsdesks are open about inclusion…
In Review: LGBT sport in 2017 – Coming out stories
In the second part of his review of the year, Jon Holmes looks back at some of his favourite interviews of 2017 in which sportsmen and women spoke to the media for the first time about being LGBT…
In Review: LGBT sport in 2017 – Rainbow Laces
Jon Holmes picks out the media moments – videos, social posts and articles – that helped boost the Rainbow Laces campaign in 2017, and asks you to choose any that made a difference to you…
‘Pot of gold’ in reach for Rainbow Laces, and media
If it’s up to sport to show support and visibility for this month’s Rainbow Laces campaign activity, it’s up to the media to explain why it’s not purely for the benefit of LGBT people, writes Jon Holmes…
Network holds second meet-up
Our mid-November get-together was another night of good company and vigorous discussion about a host of topics related to the sports media and LGBT inclusion. Read on for more details…
Getting Started
What’s happening with the network group? What opportunities are there to connect with industry colleagues? Find out our current plans here, plus ways in which you can get involved…
Welcome to Sports Media LGBT+
We’re a network group for those already working in the sports media industry – and those interested in joining – who are members of the LGBT+ community, and for our allies too. Learn more about us here…
The LGBT Line: Philippa York, and allies in cycling
The return of a cycling icon to the media spotlight in recent months is an outstanding example of inclusion by allies in sport and journalism, writes Jon Holmes…