ShanghaiPRIDE

A discussion on the holistic wellbeing of your community and yourself, both physically and mentally. We have invited 3 wonderful speakers: Liu Shi (China AIDS Walk Organizer; Gay Games Silver Medallist), Olivia Chiu (The Clinic Psychologist) and Nate Balfanz (American Medical Centre Psychologist). Queer Talks (QT) is a discussion-based bi-monthly bilingual event providing a safe space to LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies in the community to, share stories. The Queer Talks Panel during ShanghaiPRIDE will be our biggest event in the year, don’t miss out!MORE…    

This year’s ShanghaiPRIDE theme is “I Am Me”, exploring the fundamentals of being who we are and staying true to ourselves. 20×20 talks are a fun and fast way to hear about heartfelt moments, inspiring coming out stories, and life-changing travel experiences, etc. It is a simple presentation format where you show 20 images, each for 20 seconds, guaranteed tears and laughter!

Date: Thursday 16-June
Time: 19:30-22:00
Venue: The Apartment – 4/F, 47 Yongfu Rd (near West Fuxing Rd)

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Queer Talks

Labels

Sunday MAY 22

17:00-20:00

LOCATION: Cambio Coffee, 280 Aomen Road, near Changhua Road

Labels are a tool for distinguishing communities and selves. What can sometimes be a weapon of culture, can also be a compass for minority groups and individuals. From expressing our sexual desires, focusing our political will, and defining our understanding of outsiders, labels play an integral role in LGBTQIA+ discussion and identity. Do you have something to share about labels? Dating stories? Stories of social awkwardness or belonging? Stories of self-discovery or alienation? Join us this week as we talk about how labels can create, free, destroy, or limit LGBTQIA+ growth and self-awareness.

~生为平常 I Am Me~

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To welcome the upcoming festival of the Rainbow, we will begin with a night of storytelling, this time in a different format. Share with us your story; it can be of a heartfelt moment, a coming out story, a travel experience, a passion, an inspiration, etc. We are here to listen to you.

Requirements:
1) Prepare a 20-page PPT, you will have 20 seconds to share about each slide, so you have approximately 7 minutes.
2) Your topic can be LGBTQ-related experiences, your passion, something funny, an idea, or any experience and stories related to the theme #IAmMe. (No soliciting)
3) This event is open to all speakers regardless of gender identity and sexual orientation.
4) Sharing language can be in Chinese or English.

Interested to be a speaker? Submit your name+phone number+WeChat ID+topic to [email protected]. Application closes 27-May.

Event Details:
Date: Thursday 16-June
Time: 7:30pm
Venue: The Study – 47 Yongfu Rd near West Fuxing Rd

Don’t hold back, come share with us! Just be you! Recommendations are welcomed too!

~生为平常 I Am Me~ shpride.com

Queer Talks

Allies

Sunday MAY 8

17:00-20:00

LOCATION: Cambio Coffee, 280 Aomen Road, near Changhua Road

In the larger fight for the elevation of LGTBQ+ peoples, non-LGBTQ+ allies from outside of the community are very important for spreading awareness and supporting their friends within the community. Being an ally is a complex situation, as the role calls on individuals to both give direct support to and provide space for members of the LGBTQ+ community to make achievements for themselves. This Sunday, Queer Talks will examine the roles of allies in increasing the effectiveness of LGBTQ+ movements as we ponder how a balance can be struck between direct action and moral support.MORE…    

Queer Talks

LGTBQIA & Entertainment

Sunday APRIL 10

17:00-20:00

LOCATION: Cambio Coffee, 280 Aomen Road, near Changhua Road

Elton John. Conchita Wurst. Jin Xin and Ruby Rose. The presence of these individuals in our media indicates increasing LGBTQIA acknowledgment, representation, and discussion. To what extent do they represent us- both as individuals and as a community? Is their exposure a boon to LGBTQIA individuals or a liability? Join QT on Sunday April 10th as we discuss the glories of big screen representation and the hazards of exploitation.MORE…    

Queer Talks

Pinkwashing

Sunday MARCH 27

17:30-20:00

LOCATION: Cambio Coffee, 280 Aomen Road, near Changhua Road

In the scope of popular culture, LGBTQIA+ individuals are becoming more visible and more accepted by the mainstream. However, within this larger acceptance comes ‘pinkwashing,’ or an appeal to queer-friendliness as a means of pushing commercial or political agendas.

This week, Queer Talks dissects its many implications for queer individuals the world over. How does the exploitation of queer culture by capitalist organizations, politicians, and media harm our community? Are there international consequences of pinkwashing that affect LGBTQIA+ individuals in our increasingly global society? Please feel free to come and take part of our discussion.MORE…    

Queer Talks

Social Privilege

Sunday MARCH 13

17:30-20:00

LOCATION: Lucca Café & Lounge, 390 Panyu Lu, near Fahuazhen Lu

What exactly makes the Alphas, the Queen Bees? And for that matter, how did they get their thrones? Hierarchies extend into virtually all social contexts, even within marginalized communities. But, what makes these positions so desirable? Identifiable? Unattainable? Do race, nationality, class, gender and/or age play a role? This week @ QT: can we debunk social myths and find out if we are motivated or held back by these cultural powers? Find out Sunday!MORE…    

Queer Talks

Polyamory

Sunday JAN 3

17:30-20:00

LOCATION: Cambio Coffee, 861 Jiangning Lu, close to Haifang Lu

Welcome to 2016’s first Queer Talks! Polyamory:  Polyamorous people are those who include/are open to including multiple partners in a romantic relationship.Through media, culture and institutionalized value systems, we are conditioned to believe the only way to experience true love is through wanting one person and only them.  Polyamory is therefore often seen as abnormal, deviant or completely impossible. For this reason, for individuals who identity as polyamorous, it can be a challenging, emotional and self-doubting journey.

What defines a romantic relationships for you? Does talking about non-monogamous relationships feel uncomfortable or challenging for you? What are your thoughts or experiences on polyamorous relationships?

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Trans* Identities

Sunday DEC 20

17:30-20:00

LOCATION: Cambio Coffee, 861 Jiangning Lu, close to Haifang Lu

Transgender/Trans: An umbrella term for people whose gender identity differs from the sex they were assigned at birth. The term transgender is not indicative of gender expression, sexual orientation, hormonal makeup, physical anatomy, or how one is perceived in daily life. Note that transgender does not have an “ed” at the end. (Definition by Trans Student Educational Resources)

Loving trans* people is a revolutionary act. Have you stereotyped trans people without realizing? Is a non-binary understanding of gender a confusing concept to you? Are you aware of the parts of your identity and expression that relate to gender? Do you want to learn more?

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Queer Talks

HIV Sitgma

Sunday DEC 06

17:30-20:00

LOCATION: Cambio Coffee, 861 Jiangning Lu, close to Haifang Lu

HIV-related stigma and discrimination refers to prejudice, negative attitudes and abuse directed at people living with HIV and AIDS. The fear surrounding the emerging HIV epidemic in the 1980s persists today. At that time, very little was known about how HIV is transmitted, which made people scared of those infected due to fear of contagion. The consequences of stigma and discrimination are wide-ranging. Some people are shunned by family, peers and the wider community, while others face poor treatment in healthcare and education settings, erosion of their human rights, and psychological damage. These all limit access to HIV testing, treatment and other HIV services. We can put an end to this stigma, let’s talk about it!MORE…    

Queer Talks

Romantic Love

Sunday NOV 22

17:30-20:00

LOCATION: Cambio Coffee, 861 Jiangning Lu, close to Haifang Lu

Romantic love, we all know what it is, we have seen it represented in almost every single mainstream movie and book around the world. This Sunday, let’s re-think romantic love together! How do we experience it? Is it natural or necessary? How does it work inside -our outside- a capitalistic dynamic? Does monogamy determine how deep or real is your love? How do asexual and/or aromantic people navigate trough a romantic world?
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Queer Talks

Identity Policing

Sunday NOV 08

17:30-20:00

LOCATION: Cambio Coffee, 861 Jiangning Lu, close to Haifang Lu

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Online Dating

Sunday OCT 11

17:30-20:00

LOCATION: Cambio Coffee, 861 Jiangning Lu, close to Haifang Lu

No rice. No potatoes. No chocolate. No spicy. No, we are not talking about food allergies, this Queer Talk we will focus on LGBTQ online dating, racism and homonormativity. What impact, if any, does selective online dating services have on in-person interactions? What kind of  assumptions come with BTIA identities when online dating? Come and share your experiences and thoughts with us!MORE…    

Queer Talks

Future Queer Families

Sunday SEP 27

17:00-19:30
LOCATION: Cambio Coffee, 861 Jiangning Lu, close to Haifang LuMORE…    

Queer Talks

Shanghai LGBTQIA and Family

Sunday SEP 13

17:00-19:30

LOCATION: Cambio Coffee, 861 Jiangning Lu, close to Haifang LuMORE…    

Sunday 31May
17:00-19:30
Cambio Coffee – 861 Jiangning Lu near Haifang Lu
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