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Why “We All Belong” – Pride in Lagos 2023 Theme

The message of this year's Pride in Lagos theme underscores the importance of inclusivity and acceptance of all individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic that sets them apart from others in Lagos, Nigeria, and West Africa.

Defining “We All Belong”:

“We All Belong” is a statement that recognizes that everyone deserves to be treated with respect and dignity, regardless of their individual differences. It is a call to action to embrace diversity and inclusivity and to reject discrimination and intolerance. At its core, “We All Belong” is a message of unity, community, and acceptance of minority communities in Nigeria.

Why “We All Belong” Matters:

The fight against different discrimination and prejudice experienced particularly by individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ in West Africa is still at large. Despite significant progress in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights, there is still a long way to go. LGBTQ+ individuals in Nigeria continue to face religious harassment, police, and societal violence, and legislative discrimination which has led to continuous disenfranchisement of the queer body, ensuring a sense of isolation, shame, and exclusion. The “We All Belong” message is an essential reminder that everyone is welcome, and everyone deserves to be treated with respect and dignity.

Creating a Sense of Belonging in a Sensitive socio-political Climate:

The role of Lagos in the socio-economic and political atmosphere of West Africa is undeniable, likewise our beloved country’s impact on Africa. As the world experiences a rise in anti-LGBTQI+ legislation in a global economic recession, it is very imperative that we care for our very own community across the board! inviting everybody to the table, building community, amplifying conversations, and building systems.

We look forward to a Power Pride week this year!

with YOU!

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Pride in Lagos 2023 – Call for Journalists

Are you passionate about telling powerful stories and amplifying the voices of underrepresented communities? Do you want to be a part of an exciting and impactful project that celebrates the diverse and vibrant culture of Lagos? If so, we want to hear from you!

The Pride in Lagos 2023 team is looking for talented writers and journalists to collaborate with us on a series of features for Gay Times, one of the world’s leading LGBTQ+ publications. We’re seeking pitches for compelling, thought-provoking pieces that explore the experiences and perspectives of LGBTQ+ people in Lagos. And in accordance with the theme of the year: WE ALL BELONG

Each feature should be between 800 and 1,000 words in length and will be compensated at a rate of £200 per piece upon publication. We’re looking for stories that showcase the rich experiences of queer experiences of Lagos.

If you’re interested in working with us on this exciting project, please send us your pitch along with a brief bio and writing samples to info@queercitypodcast.com. We can’t wait to hear from you!

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Why “We All Belong” – Pride in Lagos 2023 Theme

The message of this year’s Pride in Lagos theme underscores the importance of inclusivity and acceptance of all individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic that sets them apart from others in Lagos, Nigeria, and West Africa. Defining “We All Belong”: “We All Belong” is a statement that recognizes that…

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Save The Date – Pride in Lagos 2023

We are thrilled to announce that Pride Lagos 2023 will be taking place from June 12th to June 18th, 2023! This year’s celebration promises to be bigger and better than ever before, as we come together to celebrate love, diversity, and inclusion. Pride Lagos is an annual event that brings together members and allies of…

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PRESS RELEASE – PRIDE IN LAGOS 2022

Lagos, Nigeria/ West Africa – Thursday, June 02, 2022 Queercity Media and Productions – The parent organization of the renowned Queercity Podcast and Pride in Lagos, West Africa’s destination pride event has announced the official lineup for our 2022 Pride in Lagos Festival, “Pride In Lagos” slated for June 20th to 26th 2022 is a Hybrid event. Pride…

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Save The Date – Pride in Lagos 2023

We are thrilled to announce that Pride Lagos 2023 will be taking place from June 12th to June 18th, 2023! This year’s celebration promises to be bigger and better than ever before, as we come together to celebrate love, diversity, and inclusion.

Pride Lagos is an annual event that brings together members and allies of the LGBTQ+ community to celebrate our identities and promote acceptance and understanding. Our mission is to create a safe and inclusive space where everyone can be their authentic selves, without fear of discrimination or prejudice.

This year’s festivities will include a range of events, including a ball, live music performances, art exhibitions, poster challenge, and much more. We are also excited to announce that we will be partnering with local organizations and businesses to bring you a diverse and engaging program of activities.

So mark your calendars and get ready to show your pride! Whether you’re a member of the LGBTQ+ community or an ally, we welcome you to join us in this celebration of love, unity, and acceptance. Stay tuned for more details and announcements, and don’t forget to spread the word to your friends and family.

We can’t wait to see you at Pride Lagos 2023!

Warmly,

The Pride Lagos Organizing Committee

Consider Donating to Pride this year!

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Pride in Lagos 2023 – Call for Journalists

Are you passionate about telling powerful stories and amplifying the voices of underrepresented communities? Do you want to be a part of an exciting and impactful project that celebrates the diverse and vibrant culture of Lagos? If so, we want to hear from you! The Pride in Lagos 2023 team is looking for talented writers…

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Call For Anthology

Dear Writers/Poets, Please write 1-4 pages about your Queer Resilience in the past year from June 2021 to April 2022. Such resilience could be your participation in a protest, your love, friendship, your chosen family, your house, your Twitter community, etc. Include your name or your pen name. Label your story as ” ‘Story” or…

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Audition for DragHerThon

Hi Drags Fill out this form and Make a one-minute video answering; Why you are auditioning for Dragherthon, and what it would feel like to be the winner of the first official Drag Competition in West Africa ? Upload it on Instagram using #PrideInLagos#DragherthonAudition before June 01, 2022. Note that: The final stage of this event would…

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HAUS II GALLERY

Call for Archival Materials Submission

Attention all activists, archivists, individuals, and organizations with archival material related to the Nigerian LGBTQI+ community! We at Haus II Gallery are excited to announce an open call for submissions of archival material related to the Nigerian LGBTQI+ community.

This call is an effort to preserve the history and narratives of the Nigerian LGBTQI+ community and to promote the visibility and representation of the community in Nigeria and beyond. We are interested in collecting a wide range of materials including but not limited to photographs, documents, videos, audio recordings, personal stories, and artifacts related to the LGBTQI+ community in Nigeria.

The submissions will be curated and exhibited at Haus II Gallery, a space dedicated to showcasing and celebrating the diversity of queer culture in Nigeria. The exhibition will serve as a platform to educate and inform the public about the struggles, triumphs, and contributions of the Nigerian LGBTQI+ community.

If you have material that you would like to submit, please visit Queercitypodcast.com/haus-ii-gallery for submission guidelines and instructions. The deadline for submission is March 29th, 2023.

We welcome submissions from individuals, organizations, and institutions that share our commitment to preserving the history and narratives of the Nigerian LGBTQI+ community. Together, we can build a more inclusive and equitable society that values and celebrates the diversity of human experiences.

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Third Cafe – Second Edition

This February Edition hosted the Live painting of “VOID: Perfect Imperfection” by Nigerian Non-Binary abstract artist Babatunde Tribe of @1002arts on the 18th of February 2023, at 1 PM

The Third Cafe provided the one-of-a-kind afternoon of art, coffee, and movies., with relaxed and contemporary setting. Light refreshments were served, and Jazz music to keep the room entertained throughout the afternoon.

This month’s Movie Screening: Hell or High Waters by TIERs Nigeria

We’re committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for all, we look forward to seeing you soon at Third Cafe!”

This month was Powered by Queercity Media , Goethe-Institut Lagos, 1002 arts and Haus II Gallery.

Humans of the Third Cafe

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Call for Archival Materials Submission

Attention all activists, archivists, individuals, and organizations with archival material related to the Nigerian LGBTQI+ community! We at Haus II Gallery are excited to announce an open call for submissions of archival material related to the Nigerian LGBTQI+ community. This call is an effort to preserve the history and narratives of the Nigerian LGBTQI+ community…

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Call for Registration – Archival Restoration workshop

Haus II gallery finds Collaboration with Queercity Media “Attention all history enthusiasts and advocates of decolonization! We invite you to join us for the Decolonizing Nigerian Histories: An Archival Restoration Workshop on Indigenous LGBT+ History. This workshop will take place from February 14th to 16th, 2023 and is an opportunity to delve into the rich…

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The Third Cafe – Premier Edition

QUEERCITY MEDIA PARTNERS WITH THE GOETHE-INSTITUT NIGERIA TO ORGANIZE AN ARTISTIC SAFE SPACE “The Third Cafe” is a monthly café style safe space for Queer folx seeking community through discussions, films, open mic, books, and coffee. The “3rd Café” works with queer filmmakers, queer artists, queer Comedians, queer authors, and other creative endeavors to express…

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Call for Registration – Archival Restoration workshop

Haus II gallery finds Collaboration with Queercity Media

“Attention all history enthusiasts and advocates of decolonization!

We invite you to join us for the Decolonizing Nigerian Histories: An Archival Restoration Workshop on Indigenous LGBT+ History. This workshop will take place from February 14th to 16th, 2023 and is an opportunity to delve into the rich and diverse history of Nigeria through an intersectional lens.

Our focus will be on the preservation and restoration of indigenous LGBT+ histories, stories and narratives often erased from the dominant historical narrative. Join us for three days of learning, sharing and collaborating as we work towards a more inclusive and accurate representation of Nigerian history.

Register now to secure your spot! Limited spaces available.

To Register, Send CV and a page cover letter on why you should attend this workshop to xela.queercitymedia@gmail.com

Deadline for application, Feb 9th, 2023

We’re committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for all, and we look forward to unpacking and restoring our often ignored history!

QueercityMedia #Workshops #DecolonizingHistory #DecolonizeNigeria #PreserveOurHistory #InclusiveHistory.”

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The Third Cafe – Premier Edition

QUEERCITY MEDIA PARTNERS WITH THE GOETHE-INSTITUT NIGERIA TO ORGANIZE AN ARTISTIC SAFE SPACE

“The Third Cafe” is a monthly café style safe space for Queer folx seeking community through discussions, films, open mic, books, and coffee. The “3rd Café” works with queer filmmakers, queer artists, queer Comedians, queer authors, and other creative endeavors to express their craft, amplify their works, and reach and build community.

Serving as a monthly creative community platform for creatives to engage the community and for people to network, the 3rd Café would also provide an extensive artistic outlet for socio-cultural discuss Nigerian gender identities and expressions.

The Third Cafe hopes to foster community building, provide creative support and amplification of works for Queer creatives in Lagos, and Create a Safe Space for artistic networking and the exchange of ideas while encouraging conversations that matter.

Saturday 28th of January, 2023 at exactly 12:00pm.

We are screening Pink Lounge (@pinkloungefilm) by @maxivive, having conversations with Sheifunmi Nomia Yusuf (@sheifunmi) on experimental storytelling. Stand-Up comedy would be by Arctic Flame (_arcticflame). Come connect with friends, old and new over coffee.

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Third Cafe – Second Edition

This February Edition hosted the Live painting of “VOID: Perfect Imperfection” by Nigerian Non-Binary abstract artist Babatunde Tribe of @1002arts on the 18th of February 2023, at 1 PM The Third Cafe provided the one-of-a-kind afternoon of art, coffee, and movies., with relaxed and contemporary setting. Light refreshments were served, and Jazz music to keep…

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Press Release – Workspace Opening

HAUS II GALLERY ANNOUNCES NEW WORKSPACE FOR LGBTIQ+ ARTISTS AND WRITERS IN LAGOS, NIGERIA Lagos, Nigeria – Haus II Gallery in collaboration with Queercity Media is excited to announce the opening of a new workspace specifically for LGBTIQ+ artists and writers in Lagos, Nigeria. This state-of-the-art facility will provide a safe and supportive environment for…

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Summer Beach Community Cook Out

Join Us this Summer in Lagos, We’re Outside!   For a Cook-Out this summer at a Private Beach.   Sizzling n Grilling  Rave, Community, Booze   Volleyball, Jenga, and Colors  Hoochie daddy shorts, Bikinis, Body,Games, and a lot more To Register   Send a WhatsApp message to register. Admission is VERY Limited! ( A very…

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Press Release – Workspace Opening

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HAUS II GALLERY ANNOUNCES NEW WORKSPACE FOR LGBTIQ+ ARTISTS AND WRITERS IN LAGOS, NIGERIA

Lagos, Nigeria – Haus II Gallery in collaboration with Queercity Media is excited to announce the opening of a new workspace specifically for LGBTIQ+ artists and writers in Lagos, Nigeria. This state-of-the-art facility will provide a safe and supportive environment for these artists to create and share their work and will be a hub for the local community to come together and celebrate diversity.

The opening of this workspace is a major milestone for the LGBTIQ+ community in Nigeria, and we are thrilled to be able to provide a space where artists can feel free to express themselves without fear of discrimination. We believe that art has the power to bring people together and create a sense of belonging, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere for all.

The workspace will feature a range of resources and amenities to support the creative process, including private studios, shared workspaces, and a library stocked with a diverse selection of books and resources. We will also be hosting regular events and workshops, as well as exhibitions and other community-building activities.

“We are thrilled to be able to provide this much-needed resource for LGBTIQ+ artists and writers in Lagos,” said Olaide Kayode Timileyin, the Director of Queercity media and Productions. “We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to express themselves and share their work, and we hope that this new workspace will help to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for members of the community.”

The workspace will be opened Monday 9th of January and would run daily through Friday from 10:00am to 3:00pm, and all are welcome to come and use the space. Haus II Gallery looks forward to supporting the growth and development of the talented LGBTIQ+ artists and writers in Lagos through this new initiative.

For more information, please contact @haus2gallery on Instagram or Xela via Contact

Warm Regards

O.K.Timileyin

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Summer Beach Community Cook Out

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Join Us this Summer in Lagos, We’re Outside!

  For a Cook-Out this summer at a Private Beach.  

  • Sizzling n Grilling
  •  Rave,
  • Community,
  • Booze  
  • Volleyball,
  • Jenga, and Colors
  •  Hoochie daddy shorts,
  • Bikinis,
  • Body,
  • Games, and a lot more

To Register

  Send a WhatsApp message to register. Admission is VERY Limited! ( A very small crowd ).  
This is a BYOB, BYOF event.  A Cook-It-Yourself grill will be provided.  #lagoscookout #Lagosaugustcookout #lagossummercookout
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Tinkers Tank

An Incubation program for Nigerian Queer Digital Creators

The Queercity Media and Productions Lagos, Nigeria invites LGBT+ West African content creators, digital artists, and creatives at large to harness a creative think tank whose work seeks to further the creative, social, political, and economic liberation of LGBT+ Nigerians.

Tinkers Tank is a 6 weeks digital incubation program for LGBT+ content creators in Lagos, Nigeria to learn, develop and re-evaluate their creative endeavors. This program provides a collective opportunity for creative, technical, and infrastructural support for LGBT+ creatives living and working in Lagos, Nigeria to further create.

Queer Creators in Lagos talking about the intersectionality of Art and sexuality (Queercity Archive, Georges Gambadatoun June 2022)

Queer creatives in the context of Tinkers Tank 1.0 is not limited to already existing LGBT+ photographers, podcasters, illustrators, vloggers, and journalists. but also open to new creatives, experimenting creatives, and creative executives who question/engage queer content creation in Nigeria. What role do LGBT+-centered content creations and creators have to play in the public opinion of LGBT+ persons? How does it manifest in the daily lives of LGBT+ persons living in Nigeria and the level of societal acceptance? What are the historical traces of Queerness in Lagos and the future of Queer-centered documentation in Nigeria as a country? What practical uses of LGBT+ centered content in social and political movements in the country? Creating content for possible change?  How does a Queer creator manifest themselves artistically in modern-day Nigeria?”

Application Deadlines:

  • Cohort 1 (October/November 2022) Hybrid: 11:59pm WAT, August 20th. 2022
  • Cohort 2 (February/March 2023) Hybrid: Opens 11:59pm WAT, August 20th. 2022 and closes at 11:59 pm WAT, November 18th, 2022

Note: Late submissions will not be considered. Successful applicants will be notified on the website by October 2022 and January 2023 respectively.

Application Guidelines:

  1. How do you define yourself as a Queer creative in Nigeria and what is the most essential part of your creative process (max 2 pages or a 2 minutes audio or video)
  2. Biography or CV
  3. Where in Lagos do you live?
  4. Any three links to your work or portfolio you think are relevant to this application.
  5. Send via email to Info@queercitypodcast.com
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