Safer space for BIPOC bi+ people

Two facilitators will create a safe(r) space for participants of the Bi+ event.

Join us in an exclusive space for BIPOC Bi+ people, where we will not only share experiences amongst each other, but will talk about tips and tools to navigate an ever changing (and sometimes not so friendly) world.

We will start by talking about and sharing our experiences with the Dutch “doe maar normaal” culture. How has it impacted you? Is there a difference in how you’re treated between spaces you move around? After that, we’ll share some reasons as to where this treatment might come from, supported by the work of sociologist Gloria Wekker.

Together, we’ll explore ways to build resilience, advocate for ourselves, and strengthen our community. This is an opportunity to connect, reflect, and leave with practical tools to navigate the complexities of our identities in a world that wasn’t created for us in mind.

Carmen Esparza

Carmen is a brilliant teacher and facilitator, specialised in anti-racist and intersectional ways of thinking and being. Throughout her career, Carmen has gathered experience from a plethora of institutions and countries, before landing in the Netherlands for love and settling here. Through her work in higher education, corporate and international development, as well as many other sectors , she spreads the gospel of understanding each other through mutual respect and collaboration.

Ella Smith

Ella is a born and raised Amsterdammer, addressing the intricate workings of racism in the Netherlands through their work with various organisations. They connect with people through the Dutch language, by teaching the language to adults from an intersectional lens. This exchange of information and knowledge is what drives them to do this work in order to bring people closer together.

also in round 2