Queer Rights, Public Space and Allyship

Writer, disability justice organiser and LGBTQ+ campaigner Ellen Jones joins VOICEBOX to discuss why visibility alone has never guaranteed equality.In this conversation, Ellen explores how queer and trans communities are being excluded not only through politics and legislation, but through culture itself - from publishing and journalism to public space, accessibility and media narratives.Topics include:• Why visibility does not guarantee equality• How publishing and media are retreating from queer stories• The disappearance of queer public spaces• What meaningful solidarity and allyship looks like• How culture shapes whose lives are considered valuableFollow: @voicebox_ on InstagramFollow: @cheltfestivals on TikTokSubscribe to @theVOICEBOXpod on YouTubeLearn more about VOICEBOX at cheltenhamfestivals.org/voicebox-podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.