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Community Yoga Classes at aequa - Saturday Morning Bliss
2020-08-22 09:30 - 11:00 (Europe/Berlin) | aequa CC,, Exerzierstr. 14, Berlin, Germany
Community classes at aequa – 9.45am – 10.45am

After our regular Yoga and brunch event at be’kech we are now continuing with the regular Yoga classes on Saturday mornings at the beautiful aequa Community Centre at the same location.

Classes are taught by different teachers and are donation-based. Please bring your own mat and we are looking forward to having you for a blissful morning!

Class is limited to 7 people to secure enough space around the yoga mat. Due to Covid we do not offer Yoga mats at the space, please do bring your own mat. There will be no hands-on adjustment by the teacher.

BIWOC Rising Coworking Pop-up
2020-08-21 09:00 - 19:00 (Europe/Berlin) | aequa CC,, Exerzierstr. 14, Berlin, Germany
BIWOC rising are hosting a pop-up coworking space. BIWOC* Rising is an empowerment project for women*, transgender and non-binary people, who are facing intersectional discrimination. This safe(r) space is for BIWoC*s. When? Every Friday 9am-7pmWhere? At the aequa workshop at Exerzierstr. 13Please write an email for more information or to be put on the list. info@biwoc-rising.org.

Equity Book Circle
2020-08-19 19:00 - 20:30 (Europe/Berlin)
The Equity Book Circle is a reading, discussion and action group focused on readings about or related to intersectional feminism, equality/equity, diversity, inclusion, and/or readings from authors from minority, marginalised or underrepresented groups.

Currently reading: Teaching to Transgress by bell hooks.We meet every other Wednesday evening at aequa CC in Wedding. The circle is open to everyone who has an open, collaborative and respectful mindset. The discussions take place in English. The length of this circle will depend on the book we select.

Email hello [at] aequa.cc if you’d like us to already add your email to the calendar invite.

Community Check-in 6
2020-08-13 19:00 - 20:30 (Europe/Berlin) | Online
19h / 7pm on Thursday, August 13thFree to join – registration required.Sign up here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvf-6opzwiH9NbQY1ZbgpodQjtqpYV7jAZOur sixth digital community meet up, this event will give us a chance to check in on each other.Also on the agenda:* Library launch!* Update from Critical Masculinity Peer Support Group update* Film night: Classic Minority Presents* Volunteer WednesdaysThis event is FREE and open to everyone with a collaborative, open and respectful mindset.🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇📢 The agenda will be presented in English, and the group discussions will also be in English. If anyone can help with doing some live translation into the chat box as we go, please let us know.Register for the event here:https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvf-6opzwiH9NbQY1ZbgpodQjtqpYV7jAZ💌 We’ll email you access details 30 minutes before the start time. Please download Zoom ahead of the meeting:https://zoom.us/download#client_4meeting🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇THIS IS FOR YOU IF:🤓 You are looking to speak to and connect to others during this time of social distancing👂 You have heard of aequa and are interested in learning more or getting more involved📅 You have attended an aequa event before💻 You are part of our extended digital community⚖️ You care about issues like social justice, intersectional feminism and climate justice — or if you are are interested in learning more about these ideas within a supportive community🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇MUTUAL RESPECTWe host and invite people from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Each of us is made up of a collection of intersecting privileges and oppressions. The languages spoken and understood are many and varied.We strive to celebrate these differences and encourage an open, respectful and compassionate mindset. We try to avoid making assumptions about others, or projecting our own opinions as the only valid truth. We assume positive intent while addressing any hurt that happens as a result of these exchanges.We do NOT tolerate racism, cissexism, ableism, ageism, classism, homophobia, transphobia, xenophobia or other hateful opinions or behaviours.If you or anyone around you expresses or experiences discomfort, please get in touch.🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇🖇

Critical Masculinity Reading Group - kickoff meeting
2020-08-11 19:00 - 21:00 (Europe/Berlin) | aequa CC,, Exerzierstr. 14, Berlin, Germany
We’re about to kick off a Critical Masculinity Reading Group

The event is in English. Please register here:https://airtable.com/shrrOyrgdhwway2Lu

In this group, we want to reflect on the social construction of masculinity, and how it can be improved. We want to create a space to reflect on our experiences of our own masculinity.

Masculinity is a complex concept with a huge influence on people’s lives. It affects identities, relationships, mental health and overall wellbeing. One’s masculinity can be harmful to others, becoming a source of oppression, aggression and bullying. It can also be harmful to the masculine individual themself, limiting their emotional development and ability to properly connect with the people they care about. Critically reflecting on one’s masculinity can help reduce the damage this social construct inflicts, while also paving a way toward greater happiness and self-realisation.

There are people who grapple with their own masculinity and who ask themselves what being masculine means for them. Looking for answers on the internet, one easily encounters movements such as the “manosphere” or “red pill,” which promote misogyny and are breeding grounds for the alt-right. Their terms, such as “beta male,” have become part of everyday language. We don’t want to give these groups the power to promote their harmful interpretation of masculinity. We see the Critical Masculinity Reading Group as an opportunity to build and promote a positive, 21st century interpretation of masculinity through our discussions.

With this group, we are trying out something we haven’t done before. It’s our first experience running a group like this and we rely on your help, mindset and input.

The first meetup will give us a chance to get to know each other better and understand our needs. Based on these stories, hopes, and expectations, we hope to decide on a book to read and possible direction for the group.

This event will take place at aequa Community CentreFind out more about the space here:https://aequa.cc/

And access information is here:https://aequa.cc/access/

Volunteer Sunday - time for a spring clean!
2020-08-02 11:00 - 19:00 UTC | aequa CC,, Exerzierstr. 14, Berlin, Germany
(Deutsch unten)

It’s time for a community-powered spring clean of our spaces!

Join us for a day of coffee, community building, cleaning, painting, decorating, gardening, repairs and more. Come by for an hour, or join us for the whole day.

Please sign up with this form to help us with co-ordination:https://airtable.com/shravIEe0rZZUvfp7

When: Sunday August 2nd, 11am-7pmWhere: Exerzierstrasse 14, 13357 Berlin

Find out more about the Community Centre here: https://aequa.cc/spaces/

And access information is here:https://aequa.cc/access/

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Es ist Zeit für einen von der Gemeinschafts- Sommersputz in unseren Räumen!

Begleiten Sie uns zu einem Tag mit Kaffee, Gemeinschaftsaufbau, Putzen, Malen, Dekorieren, Gartenarbeit, Reparaturen und mehr. Kommen Sie für eine Stunde vorbei oder schließen Sie sich uns für den ganzen Tag an.

Bitte melden Sie sich mit diesem Formular an, um uns bei der Koordination zu helfen:https://airtable.com/shravIEe0rZZUvfp7

Wann: Sonntag 2. August, 11.00-19.00 UhrWo: Exerzierstraße 14, 13357 Berlin

Mehr über das Gemeindezentrum erfahrt Ihr hier (auf Englisch):https://aequa.cc/spaces/

Informationen zur Anfahrt findet Ihr hier (auf Englisch):https://aequa.cc/access/

خبز وملح ~bread&salt~
2020-07-25 14:00 - 20:00 UTC | aequa CC,, Exerzierstr. 14, Berlin, Germany
//SOLIbrunch//^^

**Arabic& German versions below**

SOLIbrunch event

EnglishBread&salt

~~Queer refugees round table discussion and storytelling day {{with a selection of the Syrian and Iraqi cuisine}}.~~

>A day to celebrate queerness, being different and resilient.>>To share our stories with an open discussion on Arab queerness, migration and asylum, racism and how to survive structural oppression and keep the hope for a better life.>>>This event is meant to support the newcomers to this country in their ongoing journey to establish a new life embracing their difference.We decided to create this event hopefully as a first of many to come, to gather in a safe and fun environment, to break bread together and celebrate, but also to create a space for addressing the challenges we face in Germany, especially in relation to education and employment, to share our insights on what we believe could be done in order to enhance the living conditions for LGBTQI+ refugees and asylum seekers.It’s an opportunity for us to share our stories, journeys so far and listen also from others about their experiences here.

“In this event we will also serve plates with a selection of vegan Syrian and Iraqi famous dishes, offered for 5 euros per plate, eat what you like.”

We’re hoping to be met with support and solidarity from the Arab, POC and German queer communities.

This event is donation based and the food will be served for 5 euros per plate. Coffee, teas, soft drinks and dessert will be available to order at the bar .

العربية

خبز وملح

في جلسة حميمية على أنغام الموسيقى العربية وفي ضيافة مجموعة من الكوير العرب ندعوكم لمشاركتنا في هذه الفعالية التي ننظمها بالتعاون مع مجتمع إكوا ضمن سلسلة من الفعاليات التي ننوي تنظيمها مستقبلاً. نسعد ونفتخر بمشاركتكم حكاياتنا ورحلاتنا ضمن أجواء من المرح وتبادل الآراء والنقاش المفتوح الحر حول الظروف التي يعيشها الكوير العرب في برلين. نحن مجموعة من اللاجئين العرب الكويريين الذين قررنا تنظيم سلسلة من الفعاليات للاحتفال باختلافنا وثقافتنا وسوف تشمل الفعالية بوفيه مفتوح من الأطعمة الشرقية من المطبخ السوري والعراقي . هذا اليوم المميز سيكون الأول ضمن سلسلة من الفعاليات التي نتمنى من خلالها تجاوز التحديات والصعوبات النفسية والمادية التي نواجهها، فنحن نسعى إلى خلق الفرصة ومساحة الأمان التي نحتاجها كي نتمكن من مشاركة تجاربنا والحديث بحرية عن آمالنا ومستقبلنا ونأمل أن يشاركنا المجتمع البرليني الكويري بحضوره المميز فعاليتنا الطموحة.تكلفة الطبق الواحد خمسة يورو بالإضافة إلى ذلك سيكون هناك صندوق للتبرعات لدعم الفعالية وتغطية التكاليف ولدعم استمراريتنا.Deutsch

Brot&salz

~~ Runder-Tisch-Diskussion und Storytelling Day für Queere Geflüchtete {{mit einem offenen Buffet aus der syrischen und irakischen Küche}}. ~~

> Ein Tag, an dem Queerness, das Anderssein und Resilienz gefeiert wird!>> Um unsere Geschichten miteinander zu teilen, in einer offenen Diskussion über Arab Queerness, Migration und Asyl, Rassismus und darüber, wie strukturelle Unterdrückung überlebt werden und die Hoffnung auf ein besseres Leben bewahrt werden kann.>>> Diese Veranstaltung soll Neuankömmlinge in diesem Land auf ihrem weiteren Weg unterstützen, ein neues Leben zu beginnen, in einem Prozess, der ihre Unterschiedlichkeit berücksichtigt und zelebriert.Diese Veranstaltung ist hoffentlich die erste von vielen weiteren Veranstaltungen, bei denen wir uns in einer sicheren und unterhaltsamen Umgebung zusammenfinden, um gemeinsam Brot zu brechen und zu feiern, aber auch um Raum zu schaffen: für die Herausforderungen, denen wir in Deutschland begegnen, insbesondere in Bezug auf Bildung und Arbeitsbeschäftigung; sowie für das Teilen unserer Erkenntnisse darüber, was unserer Meinung nach getan werden könnte, um die Lebensbedingungen für LGBTQI+-Geflüchtete und Asylsuchende zu verbessern.Es ist eine Gelegenheit für uns, unsere bisherigen Geschichten und Reisen miteinander zu teilen und auch zu lernen, welche Erfahrungen andere hier in Deutschland machen.Auf dieser Veranstaltung servieren wir auch Teller mit einer Auswahl an bekannten veganen syrischen und irakischen Gerichten, die für 5 Euro pro Teller angeboten werden. Essen Sie, was Sie möchtenWir hoffen, Unterstützung und Solidarität von arabischen, POC- und deutschen Queer-Communities zu erhalten.Diese Veranstaltung basiert auf Spenden und das Essen wird für 5 Euro pro Teller angeboten. Kaffee, Tee, alkoholfreie Getränke und Desserts können an der Bar bestellt werden.

Access info:http://www.aequa.cc/access/
