Gender Transcending- Workshop Six- Situating Our Heritage

6. Situating our heritage

In our final workshop session, we will build upon the exploration of queering narratives and heritage by focusing on global and local perspectives of queer identity. This session marks a culmination of our journey, aiming to connect personal stories with broader cultural narratives.

To begin, we will explore the vast diversity of gender identities around the world, using an interactive map as a tool for discovery. This global perspective will serve as a foundation for understanding how different cultures have historically embraced and celebrated gender diversity, enriching our appreciation for the global heritage of queer identities.

From this broad exploration, we will narrow our focus to a closer locale: Todmorden. Situated within this local context, we will delve into the unique queer culture and heritage that has been cultivated within our town. This session will provide an opportunity for participants to reflect on and document their…