Founded in May 2008 by three LSE staff members, Spectrum is now a recognised channel for LGBTQ+ inclusion at LSE. 

In 2019, LSE took part in our first ever Pride in London parade, climbed to rank 92 in Stonewall’s Workplace Equality Index and become a Global Diversity Champion member. Spectrum is proud to been one of the driving forces behind these achievements.

Spectrum builds on a rich LGBTQ+ history at LSE: the Gay Liberation Front in the UK was founded at LSE in 1970 and LSE Library holds one of Britain’s biggest LGBTQ+ collections. Find out more about LSE resources and expertise in LGBTQ+ issues.

These three aims were put together by Spectrum’s founding committee in 2008. They are still relevant today:

Lobbying and representation

To act as the officially recognised staff representative group for issues relating to LGBTQ+ equality in regard to School policy and formal consultations which the School may undertake.

Culture and education

To organise in-School cultural and educational activities that focus on LGBTQ+ issues, in particular in areas where the School has academic expertise, to promote greater awareness of debate on LGBTQ+ issues and the School's contribution to these areas. Events are open to all.

Social networking and support

To provide a social support network for LGBTQ+ staff at the School, to encourage staff to feel open and confident about their identity, and to demonstrate the School's commitment to diversity and equality of opportunity in the workplace.

Read our Terms of Reference

Committee vacancies:

Trans+ Voice
Bi+ Voice
Allies champion

We also welcome new general committee members.

Note: all committee members must be LSE staff members who identify as LGBTQ+. To be the Trans+ or Bi+ Voice you must identify accordingly.

If you do not identify as LGBTQ+ then we would love for you to get involved by joining our allies network.

Email us to find out more.

Spectrum committee members 2020/21 are:

James Aitken (Co-Chair)

James is Executive Officer in the Directorate.

Aaron Trevitt

Aaron is Employee Engagement Adviser at LSE Careers.

Whether you’re a new starter who happens to be LGBTQ+ or a long-term member of staff, you’re not alone! Find out more about our LSE LGBTQ+ role models and allies.