It Gets Better UK exists to tell LGBTQ+ stories of hope, and to inspire and empower young LGBTQ+ people. The aim is to both archive the stories of LGBTQ+ people, but also to combat the high levels of self-harm and suicide in LGBT+ youth by providing role models and the positive message that “It Gets Better”.
Our South West team will be at Bristol Pride this year - an all-day event on Saturday 13 July.
At Pride, we share positive stories from members of the LGBTQ+ community. We encourage attendees
to share their story, message to their younger self, or message of support. The conversations we have
are uplifting and often emotional. Here’s last year’s highlights reel!
What will I be doing?
• Help set up and tidy up stand at beginning/end of event.
• Welcome people to the stall, invite them to learn about stories from others in the community, and
share their own stories.
• Support fundraising and raising awareness with our branded badges.
• Engage event participants in positive messaging opportunities and story-collecting via our
whiteboards: “a message to my younger self”.
• Get photo consent from participants so that we can share their messages on our platforms.
• Help produce video messages, recording participants' stories of hope.
• Promote volunteering roles within It Gets Better and let people know to how to get involved.
• Signpost people to our resources and how we can support them.
• Listen to stall attendees’ stories with warmth and respect.
What skills / experience do I need?
• A personable and friendly manner
• Confidence in crowds, speaking to strangers and members of the public
• Sensitivity to, awareness of LGBTQ+ issues.
We welcome volunteers for the full day or half day!