Lesbian Visibility Week serves as a beacon of support, shining a light on the experiences, perspectives, and needs of LGBTQ+ women and nonbinary people. Our mission is to foster greater understanding, enhance visibility, and build a lasting, positive legacy for our community.

2026 Theme: Health and Wellbeing

WHAT IS LESBIAN VISIBILITY WEEK?

Lesbian Visibility Week (April 20-26, 2026) is an annual international movement that celebrates lesbians, queer women, and nonbinary individuals. Founded in 2020 by Linda Riley (DIVA Charitable Trust), LVW works to ensure lesbians’ lives, culture, and communities are visible across public, social, and cultural spaces. Lesbian Visibility Week centers community connection and diverse leadership. Lesbian Visibility Week is powered by The Curve Foundation in North America.

Why it Matters

Lesbians face persistent erasure in media and culture, misrepresentation and stereotypes, and a lack of spaces specifically celebrating queer women. Visibility boosts belonging and safety.

Who We Mean When We Say "Lesbian"

LVW is inclusive: our umbrella covers many identities, including lesbians, queer women, bi women, trans women, nonbinary folks, and those connected to lesbian culture.

Visibility strengthens all of us. You don’t have to identify as a lesbian to uplift those who do.