We’re looking for new members for the Homotopia Board

Help Homotopia build a sustainable future for queer art and activism! We are the UK’s longest-running LGBTQIA+ arts & culture festival, and a year-round creative force showcasing courageous art in Liverpool since 2004.

As we approach our 25th anniversary in 2029, we are at a critical turning point in our history: we are looking for board members who can support our mission today while building a sustainable foundation for the next 25 years!

As a Board Member, you’ll play a key role in overseeing the strategic direction, governance, and impact of Homotopia, advocating for our work and helping to ensure the organisation has a sustainable future.

We are currently seeking Trustees with experience in Legal, HR and people management; Finance; Fundraising (including trusts, foundation and commercial activity), and experience with ACE National Portfolio Organisations.

We are hosting an online zoom meeting for anyone interested in finding out more about the organisation and this role. There will be opportunities to ask questions about the application process, please RSVP via our eventbrite here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/homotopia-board-of-trustees-recruitment-info-session-tickets-1988939342113?aff=oddtdtcreator

To apply:

Please provide either –
• A written statement of no more than 1 page.
• A voice recording or video of no more than 3 minutes

that includes:

• Why you would like to be a Homotopia Trustee.
• Your lived experience, skills, work history and/or personal qualities that you
believe would make you a great trustee.
• The contact details for a referee.
Closing date: midnight, Sunday 31 May 2026

Submit completed applications to [email protected], using subject line Trustee Recruitment

Successful applicants will be invited to interview between Wednesday 3 June and Tuesday 9 June, with an invitation to observe our next board meting on Thursday 11 June.

Access and Further information:

If you require any further information about this recruitment process, need additional information about the role, or need additional access support to make an application, please get in touch. We are here to support you. If you would like to have an informal chat about the role please contact our board on [email protected]

For more information, visit: https://www.homotopia.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Trustees-Job-Pack-2026-1.pdf