LGBTIQ+ COMMUNITIES COOKING UP DEMOCRACY
LGBTIQ+ communities are at the heart of building democratic and inclusive societies. But in today’s shifting global political landscape, how do we creatively resist, organize, and thrive?
This conversation will explore real-world examples of resistance and community-building from across Europe, Asia, and Africa. Our guests will share stories, strategies, and sparks of hope from their regions.
Panelists:
Bonke Sonjani (he/they) is South African human rights activist and archivist dedicated to uplifting the voices of marginalised queer communities in Africa. You can follow their story from Soweto to Ljubljana Pride in 2025 throughout the documentary screening and artist-talk at Hana Karim Studio on Sunday, 7th of June, and hear their thoughts and work around queering democracy throughout the panel on Monday, 8th of June.
Aleksa Savić, he, Excecutive Director, COME OUT Aleksa is a youth worker, non-formal education trainer and an activist. He worked as the Executive Board Member of the local youth organisation BalkanIDEA Novi Sad for 6 years. In 2021 he became the Executive Director of COME OUT, leading the organisation in the process of purchasing the fist ever space owned by a queer CSO in Serbia. Aleksa serves as the spokesperson of the organisation, he managed the organisation of Novi Sad Pride Week and contributed to the organisation of Belgrade Pride 2024 as the Organisational Board Member. He graduated from Aspen Young Leaders Academy in 2024, and he studies molecular biology.
David Limaverde is a Brazilian-born queer participatory artist, educator, and researcher based in Amsterdam, with a PhD in Arts and Education. Alongside his work in the Netherlands, he is involved in Tecno Barca, a long-term collaborative project along the Amazon River focused on community-based learning, cultural resilience, and locally situated knowledge practices. His work focuses on how collective performance, pedagogy, and public space tactics can build solidarity, challenge oppression, and expand what becomes thinkable and livable in the present.
Accessibility
Location and entrance:
- The entrance is located from a small tunnel accessible from Mestni tr, building number 2.
- Open the exact location of the entrance – link.
- Upon entering Pritličje, go into the further room with the bar, and then turn left. There are a few steps leading into the event space.
Architectural accessibility
- The venue is accessible from the sidewalk level, with no curbs or stairs. The room in which the event will be happening is only accessible through 4 steps, the same as the bathrooms.
- There is no accessible bathroom.
Language and communication
- Language of the event: English.
- Organisers will be able to communicate in Slovene and English.
- There will be no sign language interpreters present.
Signing up
- The event does not require a signup.
- During the event you might be asked to sign a participation list.
Sensory conditions
- The event will be happening in a small room with doors. It is possible to enter and leave the space at any moment.
- There will be seats for participants.
- The panelists will use microphones.
Quiet space
- There is no designated quiet space during the event.
