Community Spaces, Activities, Empowering Places and Support for Queer and BiPOCs in Berlin Welcome to Berlin! Are you queer and a person of color? Sometimes it can feel overwhelming - or even underwhelming - to find spaces that reflect your intersectional identities. Living or moving to Berlin can be a challenge when [...]
Stormé DeLarverie, a queer icon of the Stonewall Riots, was not only a drag king and activist, but also a powerful voice of resistance. Her story, often overlooked, reveals a legacy that had a lasting impact on the LGBTQIA+ movement. From her impressive career in the Jewel Box Revue to her courageous efforts during the Riots. Stormé's life is a fascinating testament to resilience and identity. Discover how she went down in history as a protector of the queer community and a symbol of change, and why her legacy still resonates today.
Stormé DeLarverie Who was Stormé DeLarverie? Her story is one that is often overlooked or forgotten in mainstream historical narratives. Yet, she was an incredibly influential and inspirational figure in the queer rights movement, especially during the events surrounding the Stonewall Riots on June 28th, 1969. Much of her life remains under-documented or misrepresented, but [...]
You may be wondering: what does food have to do with colonialism? And how does this tie into Desta's mission, which is centred on unlearning worldviews shaped by white superiority and Western dominance? These are precisely the questions this article sets out to explore: What is the connection between food and colonialism
Are you Queer and a Person of Color? It can sometimes feel overwhelming-or even underwhelming-to find spaces that reflect your intersecting identities. Living in or moving to Berlin can feel daunting when searching for activities and spaces that align with your interests, especially as a BiPOC and Queer person. We've created this guide to make your search a little easier.
Tempelhof Museum Most of us love a bar of chocolate every once in a while. But did you know there's a deep connection between chocolate production, colonialism, and advertising? Exploring "Chocolate Colonialism" at Tempelhof Museum I'm here at the Tempelhof Museum in Alt Mariendorf, Berlin, where the exhibition "Schokolonialismus" (Chocolate Colonialism) is currently on display. [...]
Germany's Forgotten Child Soldier: The Story of Bayome Mohamed Husen Did you know that Germany used child soldiers during World War I? One such figure is Bayome Mohamed Husen, whose life journey sheds light on the lesser-known aspects of colonial military history. From Child Soldier to Prisoner of War Born in Dar es Salaam in [...]
The Afrikahaus in Berlin: A Legacy of Colonial Ambitions Berlin is a city where every building tells a story, and The Afrikahaus is no exception. This historic structure stands as a testament to Germany's colonial past and ambitions. A Glimpse Into History Located in the heart of Berlin's Mitte district (Am Karlsbad 10, Berlin), this [...]
Dortmund Museum's BIPOC-Only Day: A Step Forward or Controversial Move? The Dortmund Museum had made headlines in 2023 with a bold decision: dedicating an exclusive day for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) visitors to experience their latest exhibition, Das ist kolonial. The goal? To create a protected space where marginalized voices can engage [...]
The Colonial History of Berlin's Most Famous Natural History Exhibit Location: Naturkunde Museum We are at the Naturkunde Museum in Berlin, where thousands of visitors flock to see one of its most famous exhibits: The Giraffatitan brancai is one of the largest and tallest reconstructed dinosaur skeletons in the world. A breathtaking sight, but did [...]
