First queer film afternoon for seniors in the Kiezklub Gerard Philipe

On October 17, 2024, the Kiezklub Gerard Philipe experienced a ** historical event **, which met the hearts of the senior citizens with ** bright colors ** of the queer emancipation movement! For the first time there was a queer event that was designed especially for older people - an absolute ** novelty ** in the region!
Together with the committed association Leslefam (Lesben Leben Family e.V.), the Office for Social Affairs organized an exciting ** film and conversation afternoon **. The captivating film "bank women" was shown, which gave the audience immersed in the world of homosexual emancipation.

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The doors stood wide open to senior citizens as well as for interested parties of all ages - an invitation that many accepted! In lively discussions after the film, the topic of emancipation became tangible and the response was overwhelming.
** Carolin Weingart **, the district councilor for social issues, health, work and participation, was the creative force behind this ** special event **. "It is our goal to celebrate and support the variety of ways of life," she said during the afternoon.
This was not only an ** educational afternoon **, but also the first step of the Office for Social Affairs, queer offers to implement specifically in the municipal neighborhood clubs and to check the interest.