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| media_source | PrideNZ.com |
| copyright_position | In copyright |
| copyright_ownership | Gareth Watkins (PrideNZ.com) |
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| submitted_to_nlnz | 30-03-2023 |
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| production_date | 18-03-2023 |
| production_day | 18 |
| production_month | 03 |
| production_year | 2023 |
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| series | Wellington Pride Festival 2023 |
| sub_series | |
| title | And/Or - Celebrating Queer Ethnic Identities |
| description | Audio from the panel discussion held during Out in the City at the Michael Fowler Centre on 18 March 2023. Embodying Wellington Pride Festival's 2023 theme of 'Ka Mau, Ka Muri', the panel aims to bring to life the voices often left out of history. Panelists discuss what it means to be proudly ethnic and queer in a world where they are often forced to choose one. A special thanks to the organisers and participants for allowing this to be recorded and shared. Details. 00:01 - Jahla Lawrence, facilitator. 02:41 - Vivian Lyngdoh. 06:00 - Gina Dao-McLay. 08:04 - Ana Jurado. 09:20 - Chinwe Akomah. 11:47 - Vinod Bal. 14:20 - Jahla Lawrence. 16:10 - Discussion. Audio note: panelists were wearing masks (Covid-19 prevention), and the Homegrown Music Festival was taking place nearby - causing some music to be heard. |
| summary_computer_generated | The panel discussion was designed to reflect the festival's 2023 theme of 'Ka Mau, Ka Muri' - walking into the future with one's eyes on the past - and honour the voices left out of history. The conversation touched on various topics from personal anecdotes to systemic issues, addressing racism within pride organizations, the need for increased representation of people of color in leadership roles, and confronting the microaggressions prevalent even in diverse and inclusion-focused spheres. Discussions also highlighted the cultural complexities attached to individuals' identities, who often have roots in countries with deep histories of colonization and societal pressures that clash with their queer identities. Panelists shared their varied personal narratives, detailing their journeys through discovering and embracing their ethnic and queer identities, the challenges faced due to family expectations, the pain of displacement, and the quest for self-acceptance and authenticity. The dialogue also showcased the importance of compassion towards oneself and the journey of internalizing that behaviors deemed unacceptable in one's home culture may find safe haven in a more accepting environment like New Zealand, albeit not devoid of its own challenges. Additionally, the panel called for continued activism, highlighting that despite the aegis of legal protection in some countries, globally, many in the LGBTQ+ community still combat stark inequality and concealment of their identities. They stressed the importance of moving pride events beyond mere celebration to include elements of protest, solidarity, and human rights advocacy. Emphasizing the importance of looking after one another and practicing self-care, the panelists also spoke to the need for future generations to have the space to rest from activism and experience the liberty that previous generations fought for. The session touched on a shared vision for young members of the queer BIPOC community to grow up in a more equitable, safe, and encouraging environment. One where they can focus on myriad personal aspirations rather than expend energy on battles for acceptance and fundamental rights. The panelists expressed a desire for a future where vibrant dialogues like this are no longer necessitated by the inequalities of today but are remembered as historical discussions that paved the way for a more inclusive world. |
| interviewer | |
| voices | Ana Jurado; Chinwe Akomah; Gina Dao-McLay; Jahla Lawrence; Vinod Bal; Vivian Lyngdoh |
| tags | 2020s; activism; Ballroom community; Black Lives Matter (BLM); Black Trans Lives Matter; COVID-19 face mask; marginalisation; marginalised communities; privilege; racism; Tiriti o Waitangi / Treaty of Waitangi; Michael Fowler Centre; Africa; Aotearoa New Zealand; India; Mexico; Ngāruawāhia; Nicaragua; Nigeria; Porirua; Trinidad; United Kingdom; Wellington; Adhikaar Aotearoa; Out in the City (Wellington); Wellington Pride Festival; Wellington Pride Festival (2023); Ana Jurado; Chinwe Akomah; Gina Dao-McLay; Jahla Lawrence; Vinod Bal; Vivian Lyngdoh; Khasi tribe |
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| location_name | Michael Fowler Centre |
| location | 111 Wakefield Street |
| broader_location | Wellington |
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