About Us
GIGsoc is NUI, Galway's Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Society. It exists to provide a safe space for LGBT students to meet, have fun, and support one another. Getting involved with GIGsoc can be an important first step for students who are thinking about coming out.

We also try to highlight awareness of LGBT issues on the general campus. GIGsoc is also there to help students who are experiencing homophobia either in a social or academic context. The student union works with us to make sure these issues are highlighted and dealt with. The society is always open to new ideas about how we can make life easier for LGBT students and increase awareness and tolerance in the wider student body.

What does GIGsoc do?
The main emphasis in GIGsoc is on matters social (- what's the point of being gay if it's not any fun?!!!) We meet every Tuesday and usually adjourn to the pub as soon as possible. We show films, organize a variety of social events, and travel to LGB events such as USI's Pink Training weekend, the WERRC Lesbian Lives conference and USI LGB standing conference.
In addition to our Tuesday meetings, we also offer an Icebreaker service to potential new members.

Still not sure?
We in GIGsoc think it's particularly important to be accessible and welcoming and we aim to make it as easy as possible to get involved in the society. We all understand how difficult it is if you are not sure/not out/or just out - we've all been there! - so don't be afraid to get in touch....you won't regret it.