Hbtqi and kinky – from the 80s until today

What was it really like to be an LGBTQI woman and active in the kink scene in Sweden in the 80s and 90s, in the midst of the ongoing AIDS crisis? And what does the queer feminist kink scene look like in today’s Gothenburg?

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WHEN: October 23, 6:00-8:30 PM

WHERE: Regnbågshuset, Barlastgatan 2

HOW: No pre-registration. Come as you are.

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Louise from Hbtq-Seniorerna talks about the kink scene in Stockholm during the late 80s and early 90s, and what it was like to be a young kinky woman during this vibrant time, when the public eye was directed at homosexual men and the LGBTQI world was hard hit by the ongoing AIDS crisis. We hear about what was going on in other parts of the community, and about the queer resistance and the joy of life that is otherwise often forgotten when we talk about this time in queer history.

We are also hosted by Queer as Fuck, who since 2011 have arranged sober feminist BDSM parties, and other activities, for queers and trans people here in Gothenburg. They will talk about their work, about the kink scene today, and will also hold a fun kinky workshop for those who want and dare!

During the evening there is also the opportunity to participate in a free lottery, where the items from the exhibition at Regnbågshuset will be raffled off to those who are there! So take the opportunity to win a new flogger, a pair of stylish handcuffs or some cool clothes/accessories for your next party! (Note – the exhibition is based on a personal collection, so the clothes are available in limited sizes)