“I’m sure that people will remember us” Sappho 630-570 BC February is LGBT+ History Month in the UK and the theme this year is Activism and Social Change. Throughout history LGBT+ people have been activists and helped shape and create social change, advancing society for everyone. To celebrate this, we have put together a series of pen-portraits of LGBT+ loyalist…

I have fond memories of being in a band.  Participating was a thrill. I was so proud of myself walking to the field.  Although at such a young age that distance was just too much.  I managed to walk from Tiger’s Bay to the Dublin Road where I was then allowed into the car.  I have to admit my thighs…

Have we forgotten the many different types of representation of Loyalist women?  Have we acknowledged the many roles women have played?  I have had the pleasure of meeting many women who have played many different roles within Loyalism.  From the female combatant to the female non-warrior.  Let’s talk about the female Loyalist combatant.  I would guess that not many people…

Too many working class Loyalist women have been forgotten or whitewashed from history. It’s time to share the stories and reclaim the history of these remarkable women. I’m delighted to share with you the story of the Brown Square Millionaires through the voice of their children, Patricia Ward (nee McCallister) and Yvonne Murphy (nee Thompson). Ellen Rea, Maggie Lamont and…