LGBT Awareness Events to Recognise in Your Workplace for 2025

In business, embracing LGBTQIA+ diversity and inclusion is essential for building a collaborative, innovative workplace. Research shows that inclusive cultures drive greater revenue growth, spark creativity and improve retention. At the LGBT Speakers Agency, we recommend celebrating key LGBTQIA+ awareness events throughout the year, setting a clear standard for equality and belonging.

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In this guide, you’ll find the top LGBTQIA+ awareness days, weeks and months taking place in 2025. For support from a leading booking agency, contact our team to discuss your event and find an outstanding speaker for LGBT+ History Month, Pride Month and more!

Awareness Events in February

1–28 February: LGBT+ History Month (UK)

This month recognises the remarkable contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals throughout history. It shines a light on activism and social change over decades.

Our top picks for LGBT+ History Month 2025:

Armistead Maupin – Author of Tales of the City, a landmark in queer literature that charts decades of LGBTQ+ life and culture.
Billie Jean King – Tennis legend whose courageous advocacy for gender equality and LGBTQ+ athletes makes her a living symbol of historic progress.

Related: Discover everything you need to know about LGBT History Month.

17–23 February: Aromantic Spectrum Awareness Week

This week raises awareness of aromantic identities and experiences. It promotes understanding of the aromantic spectrum and combats erasure.

Our top picks for Aromantic Spectrum Awareness Week 2025:

Yasmin Benoit – Black British model and award-winning ace/aromantic activist and researcher; founder of Ace Week UK and part of Stonewall’s Asexuality Day initiatives.
Eva Echo – Poet and speaker whose artistic work raises visibility of aromantic and asexual experiences.
Polly Shute – Peer educator focusing on young people’s asexual and grey‑ace awareness.

Awareness Events in March

Bisexual Health Awareness Month (March)

This month focuses on the unique health needs and disparities faced by bisexual people.

Our top picks for Bisexual Health Awareness Month 2025:

Jonathan Lovitz – Former HRC Vice‑President, openly bisexual and dedicated to reducing bisexual health inequities.
Yusef Gojikian – Speaker and activist working on bisexual identity and men’s mental health, aligning with the month’s focus on holistic health.

1 March: Zero Discrimination Day

This international day promotes equality and calls out discrimination in all forms. It highlights inclusive policies for LGBTQIA+ communities.

Our top picks for Zero Discrimination Day 2025:

Peter Tatchell – Longtime human rights advocate whose global work has fought against all forms of discrimination, including LGBTQIA+ oppression.
Munroe Bergdorf – Model and speaker who rose to prominence speaking against racism and transphobia in media, promoting broader anti‑discrimination efforts.
Shappi Khorsandi – Comedian and author who draws attention to anti‑Muslim hate and broader issues of discrimination, weaving intersectionality into equality conversations.

31 March: International Transgender Day of Visibility

This day celebrates transgender and gender‑diverse people worldwide. It calls attention to accomplishments and ongoing struggles.

Our top picks for Transgender Day of Visibility 2025:

Paris Lees – British trans author, journalist and TV producer. As creator of What It Feels Like For a Girl and founder of META, she has lifted transgender stories into the mainstream.
Fox Fisher – Trans filmmaker and campaigner (All About Trans), known for activism to better represent trans and non‑binary voices in media.

Awareness Events in April

6 April: International Asexuality Day

This day promotes understanding of asexual, demisexual and grey‑asexual identities. It challenges misconceptions and highlights inclusivity.

Our top picks for International Asexuality Day 2025:

Yasmin Benoit – Founder of International Asexuality Day, award‑winning aromantic asexual activist and speaker on intersectionality and visibility.
Oscar Hoyle – Creative artist and storyteller addressing asexual representation through workshops and performance.
Polly Shute – Youth educator specialising in asexual spectrum education and awareness.

Second Friday in April: Day of (No) Silence

Participants take a vow of silence to protest bullying of LGBTQ+ youth. The silence then becomes a call to vocal allyship.

Our top picks for Day of (No) Silence 2025:

Matt Ellison – Transgender keynote speaker who works with schools and businesses on anti‑bullying initiatives and silent solidarity campaigns, aligning powerfully with the Day of (No) Silence ethos.
Dr Ranj Singh – TV doctor and advocate for LGBTQ+ inclusive education and mental‑health support. His outspoken stance on bullying and workplace discrimination, citing his own experiences, makes him a compelling choice.
Matt Mahmood Ogston – Founder of the Naz and Matt Foundation, which delivers anti‑bullying programmes in schools and community settings to combat homophobia rooted in cultural or religious prejudice.

26 April: International Lesbian Visibility Day

This day celebrates and affirms lesbian identities around the globe. It highlights both achievements and ongoing challenges.

Our top picks for International Lesbian Visibility Day 2025:

Kate Richardson Walsh – Lesbian Olympic gold‑medallist and advocate for LGBTQ+ sports inclusion.
Helen Richardson Walsh – Former hockey captain and LGBTQ+ campaigner with deep connections to women’s sports and visibility.
Nina Goswami – Writer and educator creating lesbian‑focused narratives and inclusive visibility in media.

Awareness Events in July

14–20 July: Non‑Binary Awareness Week

This week educates on non‑binary experiences and challenges the gender binary. It promotes supportive practices for non‑binary people.

Our top picks for Non‑Binary Awareness Week 2025:

Charlie Martin – Renowned non‑binary racing driver and activist, challenging gender norms both on and off the track.
Mercury Stardust – Non‑binary creator and speaker focusing on empowerment and visibility.

14 July: International Non‑Binary People’s Day

This day celebrates non‑binary people and calls for their recognition and rights. It marks the midpoint between International Men’s Day and Women’s Day.

Our top picks for International Non‑Binary People’s Day 2025:

Oscar Hoyle – Non‑binary creative whose art challenges expectations and celebrates identity.
Tag Warner – Non‑binary advocate and educator on gender diversity.

16 July: International Drag Day

This day honours drag performers and celebrates drag culture’s impact on LGBTQIA+ visibility. It embraces creativity and resilience.

Our top picks for International Drag Day 2025:

Michelle Visage – LGBTQ+ icon, Drag Race judge and speaker on drag culture’s history and impact.
Will Young – Singer and advocate with ties to queer performance and LGBTQ+ history.

Awareness Events in September

Week of 23 September: Bisexual Awareness Week

23 September: Celebrate Bisexuality Day

Also known as Bi Visibility Day. It affirms bisexual identity and challenges stereotypes.

Our top picks for Celebrate Bisexuality Day 2025:

Riyadh Khalaf – Irish LGBTQ+ broadcaster, author and activist, known for discussing his bisexual identity through BBC’s Queer Britain, his YouTube channel and the memoir Yay! You’re Gay! Now What?
Zing Tsjeng – Renowned journalist and bisexual advocate who explores bi‑specific disparities and visibility in her writing.

Awareness Events in November

13–19 November: Trans Awareness Week

This week raises awareness of transgender history, civil rights and community challenges. It culminates in Transgender Day of Remembrance.

Our top picks for Trans Awareness Week 2025:

Jake and Hannah Graf – Transgender couple known as the UK’s “trans power couple.” They’ve shared personal insights in media appearances and talks about family and trans politics—ideal for inspiring understanding and acceptance.
Joanne Lockwood – Diversity and inclusion specialist leveraging her personal journey to help businesses foster trans‑inclusive cultures through corporate speaking and training.
Kellie Maloney – Former boxing promoter who made headlines with her transition, now a motivational speaker on transformation, resilience and authenticity in public life.

20 November: Transgender Day of Remembrance

This solemn day honours transgender individuals lost to violence and transphobia. It calls for action to end hate crimes.

Awareness Events in December

1 December: World AIDS Day

This day raises global awareness of the AIDS pandemic and honours those affected by HIV/AIDS. It promotes education and stigma reduction.

Our top picks for World AIDS Day 2025:

Dr Christian Jessen – Media doctor and sexual‑health campaigner, prominent in bringing HIV education to mainstream platforms.
Ben Cohen – Former rugby player turned HIV activist, founder of the Ben Cohen StandUp Foundation to challenge HIV stigma.

8 December: Pansexual Pride Day

This day celebrates pansexual identities and raises visibility of pan communities. It affirms attraction regardless of gender.

Our top picks for Pansexual Pride Day 2025:

Riyadh Khalaf – His storytelling speaks to a spectrum of queer identities, including pansexuality, across his media work.
Chloe Green – Pan speaker and advocate, known for presenting on pan visibility and inclusion in public spaces.

10 December: Human Rights Day

This UN‑recognised day emphasises universal rights, including LGBTQIA+ equality, legal protections and justice.

Our top picks for Human Rights Day 2025:

Justin Bengry – A pioneer in queer history education, founding the first MA in Queer History, perfect for outlining omnisexual narratives within broader LGBTQ+ history.
Shrouk El‑Attar – LGBTQ+ engineer and activist promoting trans inclusion; her talks often touch on lived queer experiences and societal change.
Thomas Hitzlsperger – Former footballer who came out as gay, speaking about the history of homophobia in sports and social change.

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5 August, 2025