From a QWOC in Japan: “I have learned that I cannot do it on my own and that as much as I perhaps took credit for what I knew and what I learned, I realize that I always had a constant source of support to fall back on. Now that these friends – my family – are many miles away, I am left to navigate this world, for the first time, as a true outsider.”
In Pursuit of Self, Never Take Your Community for Granted
Posted By Erika Turner on December 27th, 2011
From a QWOC in Japan: “I have learned that I cannot do it on my own and that as much as I perhaps took credit for what I knew and what I learned, I realize that I always had a constant source of support to fall back on. Now that these friends – my family – are many miles away, I am left to navigate this world, for the first time, as a true outsider.”
We Need Your Donations by Dec 1st — Support Our New Space in the South End!
Posted By QWOC+ Boston on November 28th, 2011
Our December RENT is due and we WILL be short unless you make a donation today. We’ve already raised $185 in monthly donations. We need $286 (rounded to $290) to meet our goal for this month. Can you help?
RENAISSANCE — Women and Trans People of Color in Hip Hop & Slam Poetry (11/30)
Posted By QWOC+ Boston on November 28th, 2011
RENAISSANCE, a monthly performance revue, is a night of elegance infused with stunning musical performances from seasoned women of color performing artists and musicians. For the month of November, we are proud to feature women and gender non-conforming people of color artists in Hip Hop and Slam Poetry.
Announcing Power Mingle 2.0: Networking Event for Awesome People
Posted By Yarimee Gutierrez on October 16th, 2011
You are invited to a social media infused social networking event (AKA Tweetup!) at MIDDLESEX LOUNGE, hosted by Spectra Events. RSVP for FREE admission here: http://powerminglefall2011.eventbrite.com/ Otherwise, $5-10 donation suggested WED Oct 19th 6-9pm @ Middlesex Lounge 315 Massachusetts Ave Cambridge, MA Event Page | FB Page Since Boston boasts a plethora [...]
Harvard and Wellesley Host Dance Party for Queer Women & Trans Students of Color and Allies
Posted By QWOC+ Boston on September 30th, 2011
We’re so proud of Harvard and Wellesley students for collaborating on a party to bring queer women and transgender students and allies together for an inter-collegiate social revolution! Spread the word to other schools, colleges, young people you know. It’s happening tomorrow!
Celebrando Nuestro Orgullo, Celebrating Latino Pride (9/28-10/2)!
Posted By Yarimee Gutierrez on September 27th, 2011
Organizer’s Note: In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15) and in the spirit of supporting our LGBTQ Latin@ brothers and sisters, please join us in celebrating another Latino Pride! You can show your support by attending as many of the events below as possible. We know first hand the amount of [...]
RENAISSANCE: Women of Color in Jazz, Soul, R&B, and Poetry (Wed 9/28)
Posted By Yarimee Gutierrez on September 19th, 2011
Spectra Events presents… RENAISSANCE: A Night of Elegance with Women of Color in Jazz, Soul, R&B, and Poetry Spectra Events hosts RENAISSANCE, a showcase of brown women musicians, featuring sounds from big band jazz to soulful ballads to spoken-word. This show is for the grown ‘n’ sexy, the street artist, the bohemian, and music lovers [...]
Founder’s Note: Year in Review for LGBT Women of Color
Posted By QWOC+ Boston on September 9th, 2011
Happy Birthday to our founder, Spectra, who just turned 30 years on September 6th! Read her reflections on the journey to the next decade as well as her top five posts from last year pertaining to QWOC+ Boston, LGBT Youth of Color, and preserving our history. A timely must-read as schools head into the academic year.
QWOC Week Closing Ceremony and Spectra Events Dance Party w/ DJ RIZZLA and DHANA (8/6)
Posted By Lina Torres on August 6th, 2011
Featuring remarks from nationally renowned poet and activist, Letta Neely, our friends at Boston Pride, and QWOC+ Boston organizers. Once all the tears have been shed, and the tissues handed out, the closing party hosted by Spectra Events will be in full effect, w/ music from DJs Rizzla and D’hana playing international house, African rhythms, reggae, soca, and latin music. Plus, closing performance from MICAH!
QWOC Week International Film Screenings: Spotlight on LGBT AFRICA (8/5)
Posted By Lina Torres on August 5th, 2011
Film is a powerful form of media that allows us to connect with the personal stories of those we may otherwise never encounter. They often highlight important issues and struggles that mainstream media practically devotes no attention to. For this year’s QWOC Week Film Night, we have chosen some fantastic films to do just that. [...]
