S02E19 "Party" Activism

Gary worked for Max for a few years, including setting up events in Batam, creating networks between other queer businesses and building platforms for other marginalized groups within the queer community in Singapore. In this episode of Semua Kita he tells us why he eventually felt a need to move on and what his regrets in doing so were.From it's heyday around the turn of the millennium, queer nightlife in Singapore seems to be on a gradual decline. What are the reasons for this? How did the repeal of 377A affect the community? Most importantly, what did Garry learn about building inclusion through nightlife, entertainment and social events? Can parties also be activism?Other subscription, listening and following options here: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/m/semuakita⁠ ⁠⁠#queer #LGBTQ #oralhistory #singapore