Zwiesel Celebrates Women’s Day with feminist Action Day
ZWIESEL, Germany – The Jugendforum Zwiesel marked International Women’s Day on March 8th with a feminist action day held at the Jugendcafé Zwiesel.
FLINTA* Yoga Kicks Off Celebrations
The day began with a FLINTA* only yoga course led by the “Deep-Forest-Yoga-Team,” Miriam Ulrich and Svenja Vogt. Participants were revitalized through a combination of invigorating power exercises and mindful meditation techniques.
The afternoon events…
*FLINTA is an acronym for Frauen, Lesben, Inter, Nicht-Binär, Transgender, and asexuelle – representing women, lesbians, intersex, non-binary, transgender, and asexual individuals.
How did the organizers aim to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants, particularly those within the FLINTA* community?
Zwiesel Celebrates Women’s Day with Feminist Action Day: Q&A
ZWIESEL, Germany – The Jugendforum Zwiesel celebrated International Women’s Day with a feminist action day at the Jugendcafé Zwiesel.The event kicked off with a FLINTA* only yoga course.
Q&A: Diving Deeper into the Zwiesel Feminist Action Day
Q: What does FLINTA* stand for?
A: FLINTA* is an acronym representing Frauen (women), Lesben (lesbians), inter (intersex), Nicht-Binär (non-binary), Transgender, and asexuelle (asexual).It’s a broad and inclusive term used to describe gender identities beyond the conventional binary.
Q: Why was the yoga course FLINTA* only?
A: The FLINTA* only space allows for a safer and more comfortable environment, focusing on the needs and experiences specific to these communities. Providing spaces where people can be themselves without fear of judgment is at the core of the feminist event.
Q: Who led the yoga course?
A: The “Deep-Forest-Yoga-Team,” comprised of Miriam Ulrich and Svenja Vogt, led the yoga sessions.
Q: What kind of yoga was offered?
A: The yoga session combined “invigorating power exercises and mindful meditation,” offering a balance of physical and mental revitalization.
Trivia Time: did you know that yoga’s origins trace back thousands of years to ancient India, originally practiced by men and now embraced by many across the globe?
The feminist action day in Zwiesel is just one example of the many ways communities are celebrating and supporting diverse gender identities. Support events in your community and learn more about gender inclusivity today!
