Status Queer is a non-profit working to inject new energy into the LGBTQ+ cultural scene here in Gothenburg. We long for community, and while there are exciting organisations and individuals all beavering away from Majorna to Angered, our community is fractured and scattered. We are fractured along lines of class, racialisation, age, ability, sexuality and gender identity. As LGBTQ+ people in this city we face different challenges, and so have wholly different experiences, knowledges and skills to offer. While society has warmed to some of us, others of us are still left sitting in the cold, the door shut in our faces. That’s why we need to unite. At Status Queer we know that culture has this power not only to unite but to embrace us, spur us on and help us kick down that closed door.

The route to a sustainable, unstoppable community is through radical and cutting edge culture. So buckle up Gothenburg, we’re igniting this queer and trans revolution and you can’t stop us.

We work transparently and accountabley. That’s why you’ll soon find our plans and applications online. Don’t hesitate to get in touch if you’ve got any questions.

We take accessibility very seriously, in order to be as accessible as possible we are:

1. Reserving spots in workshops specifically for our priority groups.
2. Offering to pay local transportation for those in our target groups who need it.
3. Modifying the space to be as physically accessible as possible.
4. Designating a ‘safe person’ and safer space at every event.

Right now we are working on making our activities more accessible to hard of hearing and visually impaired people so watch this space and thanks for being patient with us!

👋👋 Accessibility for Sparkplug 👋👋

*** Priority Groups***

Our community is fractured and scattered. We are fractured along lines of class, racialisation, age, ability, sexuality and gender identity. That’s why we have identified 5 priority groups who we are giving extra attention to.

These LGBTQ+ groups are:

– Working class people
– Racialised people
– People with disabilities
– Elderly people
– Binary and non-binary trans people

If you belong to one of these groups then we will:

– Pay for your travel to the event if you need it (if this applies to you then contact us on facebook, instagram or via email [info@statusqueer.se])
– Reserve spots for you in our workshops

We have also prioritised work that is for and by you in our programme.

Getting to know each other, creating new connections and exploring our own experiences can each come with their own challenges. That’s why we’re also designating a safe person for every event who will be on hand to help work through any difficult situations or emotions that might come up.

*** Physical Accessibility of the Space ***

The space is physically accessible for wheelchair users with a ramp at street level and another in the gallery. The space will be designed with access for wheelchair users and people with limited mobility in mind.

Unfortunately the gallery does not have an accessible toilet but we’re working on getting an agreement with a local business to use theirs – we’ll update you as soon as we’ve found a solution.

As a non-profit LGBTQ+ cultural project we rely on funding and fundraising efforts.

Right now are activities are support by:

Nordisk Kulturfonden, Gothenburg City, Fonden Rahasto

If you want to make a contribution to our activities please get in touch! Every single kronor takes us a step closer to the next radical queer and trans get together! We’re working to have a swish set up soon. In the meantime, email wearestatusqueer@gmail.com to make a donation.

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Have any questions at all about our activities or really anything else? Get in touch!

You can reach us via email: wearestatusqueer@gmail.com