There is a lot going on in October!
Did you know?
1 in 5 Australians are affected by mental illness, yet many don’t seek help because of stigma.
We can all do something to help shed a more positive light on mental health.
Here are some links to the various events that have loads of helpful practical information for you or someone you know.
QUT Library is celebrating Pride month with a display of LGBTIQA+ literature at Kelvin Grove library.
We have a selection of LGBTIQA+ children’s and young adult literature in our collection and many of our librarians are members of QUT’s Ally Network.
Allies are QUT staff trained to understand sexuality and gender issues and to provide ‘safe zones’, support and referral for staff and students who identify as LGBTIQA+.
At this weekend’s Brisbane Pride Rally & march QUT staff, students and supporters will be marching under a University Unity banner. Join with your work mates, friends or family and march to demonstrate acceptance, unity, inclusivity and support for the LGBTIQA+ community.
The parade kicks off at 10am on Saturday 22 September 2018. Gather from 9:30am at Brunswick Street between Ann Street and McLachlan Street. After some short speeches, the march will make its way down Brunswick Street through the Valley to New Farm Park, and the Fair Day festivities.
The Brisbane Writers Festival begins this month with a plethora of events and activities happening around the city.
This year’s theme is What the world needs now and in keeping with that, QUT Library wants to celebrate with a little bit of understanding and history.
We thought we’d put the spotlight on some of our own Brisbane authors, and showcase what it was like growing up here in Brisvegas. If you didn’t start your life here, get a great picture by reading some of our top Brisbane author picks:
Rebecca Sparrow (2003) The Girl most Likely: A Novel
Nick Earls (1996) Zigzag Street
David Malouf (1975) Johnno
Nicole Watson (2011) The Boundary
If fashion is your passion, don’t miss out on seeing QUT’s Vice Chancellor (Learning and Teaching) Professor Suzi Darbyshire who will be chairing an ‘in conversation’ Brisbane Writers Festival event at the State Library with author of The Devil Wears Prada, Lauren Weisberger on Friday 7th September.
You know when the words stop making sense on the page and you’re re-reading the same sentence again and again – it’s unlikely you’re taking anything in… your brain’s fried, it’s time to take a break…. 
QUT has some great distractions from the real world – so here are some ways to have a quick refresh, so you can get back to the books.
This International Women’s Day seems different to those of the past few years.
Maybe it’s because some of the sisterhood who’s achievements can sometimes be dismissed as frivolous have been rallying so loudly. They have forced action, leading to a shift in mindset for entire industries around the globe. Something that hadn’t hit a nerve in the entertainment world despite Hidden Figures, Thelma & Louise and Norma Rae.
The #metoo movement, along with this year’s International Women’s Day call to arms #PressforProgress will hopefully continue to spur not just women but everyone into action for real equality, diversity and inclusion.
Power to you, and Happy international Women’s Day!
