A workshop for anyone interested in discussing and queering masculinities – open to all genders

About the workshop

Are you interested in the topic of masculinities? Perhaps because you identify as man or are currently experimenting with masculinity? Or because the topic plays a major role in your social environment and your relationship(s)? Are you looking for a space to learn more about queer and trans masculinities, and to exchange ideas with others? Would you like to brainstorm together how masculinities can be a source of energy and liberation—even in a world that is overdetermined by patriarchal masculinity? Then our workshop is just right for you!

We will provide some input, provide space for exchange and reflection, and collectively celebrate and empower queer masculinities.

What you can expect:

• Exchange about experiences with masculinities
• Networking with other interested queer young people
• Stimulating inputs on theories about (queer/trans) masculinities
• Space for your own questions, ideas, and stories

We can discuss the following questions (among others):

• What does masculinity mean to me?
• How can I deal critically with masculinities?
• How and when do I use/perform them?
• Where do masculinities limit me?
• Where do they empower me?
• What are inspiring forms of masculinities for me?

We look forward to seeing you!

Key Information

When & Where: Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 5-8 pm (CET), via Zoom

Who: Anyone aged 14-27* who is interested in the topic of queer masculinities, regardless of their gender identity. *If you are older and want to participate, please contact Jasmin.

Barriers: The workshop will be held in spoken English. On demand, we can organise BSL or DGS interpreters. Please indicate your need for an interpretation on the registration form or contact Jasmin.

If you have any questions, please contact Jasmin at jasmin@lambda-online.de.

On the workshop hosts:

Samu/elle Striewski (they) is white, queer, non-binary, trans* feminine, and an activist, freelance writer, and aspiring scholar. They are involved in bi+ and trans* politics in Germany and beyond, interested in drag, and write academically and journalistically about queer critique and solidarity.

Blu Doppe (blu/they) is, among other things, non-binary, trans* feminine, white, pan_bi+sexual_romantic, and neurodiverse. Blu is a systemic consultant, Betzavta, anti-discrimination, and diversity trainer, sex educator, NVC mediator, and trainer for Theater of the Oppressed.