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Welcome & Introduction

Brief introduction to IGLYO, the webinar, its objectives, the keynote speaker and the panellists.

Keynote Speech: Trans joy as political defiance in hostile times
Syrus Marcus Ware

In this keynote, the speaker explores trans joy as a radical act of resistance in the face of increasing hostility. Drawing from their personal experiences, artistic work, and broader trans histories, they highlight how embracing joy, pleasure, and community care disrupts oppressive narratives and reclaims space for trans thriving. Through storytelling and reflection, this keynote will inspire participants to see joy not as an afterthought, but as a vital tool for political defiance and collective liberation.

  • Syrus Marcus Ware (Scholar, visual artist, activist, curator, and educator)

    Syrus Marcus Ware

    Scholar, visual artist, activist, curator, and educator
Panel discussion: Cultivating spaces of empowerment, care, and resilience
Neo•Oliver Vásquez•Diana Avdić

This panel will explore how trans and non-binary activists create and sustain spaces that centre empowerment, care, and resilience in their communities. In times of increasing hostility, these spaces offer vital support and resistance. Panelists will share their experiences in building and maintaining these spaces, discuss the challenges they face in hostile times, and highlight strategies for fostering transformative activism.

  • Neo (Director of TransAkcija)

    Neo

    Director of TransAkcija
  • Oliver Vásquez (Activist and creator)

    Oliver Vásquez

    Activist and creator
  • Diana Avdić (Executive Coordinator at kolekTIRV)

    Diana Avdić

    Executive Coordinator at kolekTIRV
Q&A session

During this interactive session, you can ask questions, share experiences, and engage with the speakers.

Closing

Summary of key takeaways, encouragement to stay updated on IGLYO’s resources and future initiatives, and goodbyes.