Sexual Harassment within LGBTQIA Work Spaces

Queering The Air

This episode of Queering The Air, Sasja delved into the pivotal topic of Sexual Harassment within Work Spaces, with a specific focus on Queer Work Spaces. Sasja’s recent involvement in a workshop facilitated by the Human Rights Commission allowed leaders of the LGBTQIA+ community to collaborate on strategies for establishing boundaries that distinguish between fostering a sex-positive environment and combatting sexual harassment. Many queer individuals may have a more open approach to sexual positivity without strict boundaries but how can we balance between promoting a healthy attitude towards sex and preventing sexual harassment? The majority of perpetrators are often individuals who identify as men. These men engage in harassment towards women, trans women, gender diverse individuals, and even within their own community of men Sasja was joined by Aisya Zaharin for this important conversation. Aisya, a PhD researcher in political science, history, and decolonization related to LGBTQI+ & Islam, rejects the use of her identity to justify violence in Israel's pinkwashing propaganda. She stands against the idea that queer liberation should stem from bombings on civilians. Aisya is aware of Israel's long-standing persecution of Palestinians and draws parallels to her own experience in a colonized nation under British rule. She highlights the indiscriminate bombings in Gaza that endanger LGBTQIA people and violate international conventions. Resources: Q+ LawRainbow Door Music:Losing my religion feat Polina Vita by Ian Storm, John Laurant & Carl Clarks Mwaki by ZERB & Sofiya NordBoy, Empty by BOABOA