Free Events Open to All
Come to Highline for educational events and activities exploring LGBTQIA* identity and social justice issues. Scheduled to coincide with National Coming Out Day (Oct. 11), LGBTQIA Week also serves to celebrate and remember the history of the gay rights movement.
The weeklong series will include the second annual Resource Fair, featuring information from more than 50 on- and off-campus groups and organizations.
Questions?
Doris Martinez: (206) 592-4319 or dmartinez@highline.edu
Event Schedule
All events are free and open to the public and will be held on the college’s main campus. Find full event descriptions and presenters’ photos at LGBTQIA Week 2018.
Monday, Oct. 8, 2018
11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Building 7
“Islamahomophobia: Why Visibility Matters” presented by Sonj Basha
One of the most powerful tools of oppression is division. How can the queer community become stronger by bringing parts of itself closer together? Hear from Sonj Basha, who is queer and Muslim, as she discusses fighting for justice at the intersections of identities.
Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2018
9–10:30 a.m.
Building 7
“Queer and Trans Health” presented by Dr. Elizabeth Eaman
Dr. Elizabeth Eaman will discuss queer and transgender health, pulling from her experience specializing in the primary care of transgender, non-binary and LGB patients. Since 2003, she has worked with various organizations and educational institutions to improve LGBT+ patient care.
11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Building 8
“BB!: Ballroom Basics, Recentering QTPOC Movement Resistance History” presented by Angel ‘Moonyeka’ Alviar-Langley and Mikey Xi
How is vogue and ballroom dancing related? Presenters Angel ‘Moonyeka’ Alviar-Langley and Mikey Xi will explore the origins of voguing and the influence it has had on the LGBTQ culture. Attendees will view clips from films including “Paris Is Burning,” a prize-winning 1990 documentary about the dance.
Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2018
9–10:30 a.m.
Building 7
“De-Whitening LGBT Experience” presented by Whitney Archer
Hear from Whitney Archer in “De-Whitening LGBT Experience.” Archer directs the Hattie Redmond Women & Gender Center at Oregon State University where she is also pursuing a Ph.D. in women, gender and sexuality studies.
Thursday, Oct. 11, 2018
11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Building 8
Resource Fair and Entertainment
Visitors can explore campus and community resources during the 2018 fair. More than 50 community organizations and Highline programs and services will provide information to support the health and wellness of the LGBTQ community. DJ Phenohype (Allison Masangkay) will provide entertainment.
Friday, Oct. 12, 2018
10–11:30 a.m.
Building 2
“LGBTQIAA 101 Workshop” presented by Dennis Denman
The LGBTQIAA 101 workshop will bring community members together in a safe and shared space to discuss terms and issues that arise in the LGBTQ+ community. Presenter Dennis Denman will cover topics such as allyship (and how to be a good one) and intersectionality (we’re not all white).
A PCAF representative visits with an attendee at the college’s first Resource Fair during LGBTQIA Week in 2017. The fair was a success, prompting event planners to bring it back this year. More than 50 community organizations and Highline programs and services will participate in the Oct. 11 fair.