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Radical Rhizomes
Radical Rhizomes is a free to access, creative social network curated by and exclusively for Queer/Trans/Intersex Black and People of Colour (QTIBPoC) living, working or studying in Brighton & Hove.
Radical Rhizomes creates safe, joyful spaces. If you believe in this work, please support us or find out how to get involved, below.
rhizome
noun BOTANY
A continuously growing horizontal underground stem which puts out lateral shoots and adventitious roots at intervals.
“Radical Rhizomes meet-ups enable me to connect with members of the Brighton QTIPoC community on a regular basis. It provides a communal healing space which allows me and others to do enjoyable things.”
A programme of social gatherings by and for queer, trans and intersex people of colour (QTIPoC) in Brighton & Hove. Radical Rhizomes is the city’s only regular social and support network for QTIPoC (queer, trans & intersex people of colour).
With a regular programme of social and creative hangouts since 2018, Radical Rhizomes offers the chance to make new connections, share a meal, listen to an inspiring artist, enjoy a film, or take part in a creative activity.
We have an active community of 300+ members and all activities are free to take part.
If you identify as an LGBTQIA+ person of colour, then we would love to welcome you to our meet-ups. To join the community, please fill out to Form, linked below.
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Previous events & activities include:
What to expect:
• We host in-person and online gatherings, usually centred around a creative or well-being activity.
• Activities are often led by members of Radical Rhizomes, and are always optional – nothing is compulsory!
• Our gatherings are private and exclusive: everyone in the space is QTIBPoC.
• In person meetings also incorporate a delicious and hearty full meal, taking dietary requirements into consideration.
• Everything is free to access.
• Intersectional approach to access – accessible venues, support with transport, buddy system.
“The meet ups have been wholesome and nourishing. I truly feel part of a community now.”
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Radical Rhizomes is currently funded by The National Lottery Community Fund, Sussex Community Fund, Esmée Fairbairn Foundation and Paul Hamlyn Foundation, and Arts Council England.
Radical Rhizomes has previously received support from National Lottery Communities Fund, Arts Council England, LGBT Consortium, Metro Charity, Rainbow Fund, Brighton & Hove City Council and the Postcode Community Trust (Magic Little Grants).