A not-for-profit LGBTQ+ organisation supporting participants through confidence building, skills-based education and training in media and broadcasting.
300+
Learners each year
100%
Free programmes
70
Combined years' industry experience
UK-wide
Courses across the UK
About The Academy
Where every voice finds its frequency
The Gaydio Academy helps Gaydio reflect the diversity of the audience we represent. It's a core building block in our mission to be the UK's LGBTQ+ station.
All activities are free. No experience is necessary. We're LGBTQ+ focussed, not LGBTQ+ exclusive.
Get experience in media and content creation while learning new transferrable skills.
Collaborate with others, creating professional-quality audio packages with support from our team.
Build your confidence and become more employable — all in a fun, inclusive environment.
After you finish, progress to further work experience and volunteering opportunities.
Testimonials
What our learners say
It was really great to meet everyone and try out some new things. I spoke about it at length in an interview with a prospective university — they gave me an unconditional offer on the spot! I'll be on the Broadcast Journalism master's at City Uni from September. Thanks again!
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Participant from course
London · Now studying Broadcast Journalism, City Uni
The Gaydio Academy isn't just a course; it's a community. I left feeling empowered, confident, and ready to pursue my dreams in radio. Thank you, Gaydio Academy — and especially thank you, Lee, for making this journey unforgettable!
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Participant from course
London
I had no idea what to expect, but was put at ease from the moment I arrived. Lee could not be more welcoming and supportive — a brilliant facilitator! He opened up the world of radio. I loved every second!
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Participant from course
Brighton
From day one, we got hands-on experience recording in a studio. You feel nervous at first, but the feeling straight afterwards is so worth it! A very well-rounded course covering all the jobs and crafts involved in radio and podcasting.
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Participant from course
London
Listen
Our Podcasts
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Gaydio Academy Voices
Grant-funded episodes giving the LGBTQ+ community a platform to share advice and lived experience
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Audible Lives
LGBTQ+ participants across the North West share their lived experiences with the Future Stories Fund & Audible
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Diversity & Inclusion in Sport
Interviews with sports personalities and LGBTQ+ clubs, created in partnership with JD Sports
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Hate Crime Awareness
Conversations with LGBT Foundation, Greater Manchester Police and councils on hate crime awareness
Our Partners
Supported by those who believe
👑The King's Trust
🎰National Lottery
🎵Youth Music
📚Audible
🏙️Manchester City Council
🌆Salford Council
📺BBC Children in Need
🌍GMCA
👟JD Sports
💻DXC Technology
🎤Universal Music Group
⚽Manchester United Foundation
👑The King's Trust
🎰National Lottery
🎵Youth Music
📚Audible
🏙️Manchester City Council
🌆Salford Council
📺BBC Children in Need
🌍GMCA
👟JD Sports
💻DXC Technology
🎤Universal Music Group
⚽Manchester United Foundation
Your media journey starts here.
Every programme is free. Every voice matters. Every story counts.
