Guest: Ryan Silverio (they/them)

Guest co-host: Brenda Pureza (she/her)

Description:

In celebration of Pride Month, this second episode of the PRIDE Series is dedicated to non-activists who want to learn about LGBTQI+ activism in the Philippines. Ryan Silverio, the Regional Coordinator of the ASEAN SOGIE Caucus and my former professor in International Studies, leads the discussion on what activism is, the changes in the LGBTQI+ movement, and significant issues confronting activists. Joining the discussion as well is my guest co-host, Brenda Pureza; she is a close friend of mine, a fellow student leader, and a feminist. She opens the conversation on the idea of holding spaces, a concept Ryan borrowed from the field of therapy, as a form of LGBTQI+ activism and the reality of burnout. Towards the end of the conversation, we share our thoughts on where non-activists can start if they want to join the LGBTQI+ movement.

Links and Resources:

[OPINION] 'Holding space' as a form of LGBTQ+ activism

Why do progressive movements struggle to answer populists? Because they are technocrats

The ASEAN SOGIE Caucus: Website | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | Spotify

Women and Gender Institute: Website | Facebook

Rainbow Rights: Facebook

Psychological Association of the Philippines LGBT Psychology Special Interest Group: Facebook

Southeast Queer Cultural Festival 2021: Website

Follow our guests:

Ryan Silverio: Instagram

Brenda Pureza: Instagram| YouTube

How to Listen: Spotify; Google Podcast

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Language: English and Filipino