ABOUT US

WHY WE NEED
THE QSAs

2025 will mark the 5th anniversary of The Queer Student Awards - the first event in the UK dedicated to celebrating young LGBTQ+ people, and the individuals and safe spaces that help them to thrive in education and in the workplace.

Since launching as a Zoom call during the pandemic we have recognised and celebrated:

223
FINALISTS

50
WINNERS

4
CHAMPIONS

I couldn’t find an event that focused on providing a safe space to recognise and celebrate the work young Queer people do supporting and liberating the LGBTQ+ community...so I created one.
— Steve Keith, FOUNDER OF THE QUEER STUDENT AWARDS

However only a small number of employers are

focusing on building a relationship with them:

The Queer Student Awards provide the opportunity to show your commitment to young LGBTQ+ people by supporting an event that celebrates them, and their achievements.

Young LGBTQ+ people lack access to role models that can help them to make positive and informed career choices:

The Queer Student Awards provide the opportunity to show young LGBTQ+ people the leaders across education and the workplace that are already making a difference for the LGBTQ+ community.

Be part of the change needed for young LGBTQ+ people

BECOME A QSA PARTNER

ENTRIES FOR QSA2025 OPEN ON 10.12.24

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