Ackworth Pride Group
School is a place where students should feel safe, accepted, and respected for who they are. Last year, Ackworth School launched a Pride group, aimed at the LGBTQ+ community, but of course welcome for anyone to attend.
Run by Oliver McCarthy-Bell, and with sixth form mentors, the group explores issues relating to the LGBTQ+ community. So far, they have covered topics such as dealing with homophobia, coming out to family, and exploring attitudes towards LGBTQ+ people in religion. The group has also been learning about some important events in LGBTQ+ history, such as the Stonewall Riots.
Ackworth School Pride Group currently has both 2nd and 3rd formers regular attending. It is open to any students, both day students and borders. We’re excited to see what 2023 brings for them.
Published 19 January 2023