Gender Transcending- Workshop One- Queering History

1. Queering History

In our first session, "Queering History," we will embark on an exploration of queer heritage, tracing its roots from ancient civilisations to the flamboyant Georgians. This session will set the stage by examining significant historical examples, such as the concept of the third gender in Ancient Egypt and the transgender Pharaoh Hatshepsut. These early instances highlight the fluidity of gender norms across time and cultures, challenging contemporary perceptions of gender and identity.

This session aims to contextualise the evolution of gender norms and their impact on societal and cultural heritage. By scrutinising these historical narratives, participants will be encouraged to question the constructs of gender normativity and its influence on heritage. This exploration is crucial in understanding how gender identity shapes and is shaped by the historical and cultural milieu.

To stimulate and inspire discussions, we will incorporate texts such as "A Brief History of Gender Deviance…