MMB PGR Discussion Group Workshop and Film Screening: Perspectives on Queer(ing) Migration

Continuing our thread of critical approaches to migration studies, we will be paying attention to perspectives on Queer(ing) Migration, particularly to challenge understandings of queer liberation through migration. Which bodies are afforded opportunities to migrate? How do borders act as violent regulators of Western understandings of sex, genders, and sexualities? How might queer perspectives challenge the assumption that queer refugees are ‘liberated’ in and through their asylum claims?

To help us with these questions, we are excited to be screening the short film Queer Exile (2022), directed by writer and activist Ahmed Awadalla. He will join us virtually to take part in a Q&A after the screening. The details of the film are below:

After fleeing Egypt post-2011 revolution, an activist seeks freedom in Berlin but finds himself in a refugee camp surrounded by far-right protests. As he navigates the hostility and nostalgia for his past, he reflects on exile, queerness, and the meaning of “home” while forming new friendships.

Drinks and popcorn will be provided to go along with the film screening. Most importantly, this is an interdisciplinary space and we value as much input from as many perspectives as possible!

Please register here to attend as this will help us plan catering. For further information, please get in touch.