Queer Caribbean Voices: Shaping Inclusive Spaces

Schedule

Thu Nov 21 2024 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

8000 W Broward Blvd #1202 | Plantation, FL

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A dynamic conversation about creating and maintaining LGBTQ+ affirming spaces in the Caribbean and the U.S.
About this Event

Island SPACE and Black LGBTQ+ Liberation, Inc. (BLINC) are proud to present “Queer Caribbean Voices: Shaping Inclusive Spaces.” Join us for a compelling panel discussion, Caribbean cuisine, and lively entertainment. This is a free community event, registration required.
In a dynamic conversation about creating and maintaining LGBTQ+ affirming spaces in the Caribbean and the U.S., a range of voices will come together to discuss the unique challenges and successes of fostering inclusive environments in these regions. This is a unique opportunity to engage, share insights, and explore strategies for building supportive communities!

Moderated by:

G Wright, Executive Director & Co-Founder of BLINC

Panelists:

Dr. Charlene Désir, Professor, Mambo, Spiritual Healer

Jonielle McIntosh, Co-Founder of Pride Freeform

Kishi Chad, Human Rights Advocate

Performance by: Brianna Pierre-Georges, Multidimensional Dancer

Catering by: Sarita Martine Bistro

This is a free community event, registration required.
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Location


  1. Enter where Broward Mall meets the old SEARS building (construction zone).
  2. Once you get inside the mall, Island SPACE is the first storefront on the left.

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Support

This event is made possible in part by the support of the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the Broward County Cultural Division, Our Fund Foundation, an LGBT Community Foundation, “King” George Jograj, Dr. Lydia Malcom of Authentic Behavioral Health LLC, and her husband, Mr. Waynewright Malcolm, and the following funds at the Community Foundation of Broward: Judith Cornfeld Fund for the Arts, Helen and Frank Stoykov Charitable Endowment Fund and The Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation Broward Community Fund.



About Island SPACE Caribbean Museum

Island SPACE Caribbean Museum is the only pan-Caribbean heritage museum in the world. The facility features a historical archive filled with information and artifacts from across the Caribbean region, a fine art gallery and multipurpose spaces.

The public is invited to visit the museum Thursdays through Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. through 7:00 p.m. and Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. General museum entry is $10 per adult and $5 per child. Visit islandspacefl.org to learn more.


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8000 W Broward Blvd #1202, 8000 West Broward Boulevard, Plantation, United States

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