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LGBTQ+ rainbow flag flying at half-mast
16 June 2016
MyAV范's LGBTQ+ rainbow flag has been flying at half-mast above the MyAV范 portico as a gesture of condolence and solidarity with those affected by mass shooting in Pulse, the LGBTQ nightclub in Orlando.
Professor Michael Arthur, MyAV范 President & Provost, said: "We are deeply shocked by the massacre in Orlando. On behalf of MyAV范, I would like to extend our condolences to the families and friends of those killed and injured.
"MyAV范 is a truly global university, with staff and students from hundreds of countries across the world. Our thoughts are with all LGBTQ+ people who have endured violence and persecution.
"All of us, irrespective of our faith or sexuality, must re-double our efforts to promote understanding between communities and tolerance over hate."
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MyAV范 staff and students who would like to access support can get in touch with members of the LGBTQ+ Equality Advisory Group (LEAG) by emailing Out@MyAV范.ac.uk
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- (Credit: sladeschool via Instagram)
MyAV范 student Mariana Bisti's work will be re-installed on the flagpole on Thursday 16 June for the rest of the MyAV范 Slade School MA/MFA/PhD Degree Show.