25/02/2026
This evening
Thousands of UK armed forces personnel were dismissed, arrested, or forced to resign due to their sexual orientation prior to the ban being lifted in 2000. Personnel faced intrusive, often aggressive, investigations by the Special Investigation Branch (SIB), with some serving time in military prison and having their careers destroyed. Many lost their pensions, medals, and had "disgraceful conduct" recorded in their documents. This event gives us the chance to speak with three women who were directly affected by the ban, as they share with us how this regressive law affected their lives and careers.
This event is a collaboration with SAYiT and Sheffield Students' Union.
Book for free using the link below:
https://shorturl.at/cVZcr