BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//aequa - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:aequa X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://space.aequa.cc X-WR-CALDESC:Events for aequa REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Berlin BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20190331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20191027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20200329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20201025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20210328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20211031T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210428T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210428T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20210425T085134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210425T085135Z UID:2786-1619636400-1619643600@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Critical Masculinity reading group - May DESCRIPTION:On April 28th\, we will host the next session of our Critical Masculinity Reading Group. \n\n\n\nWhile we normally like to meet in person at the aequa Community Centre in Wedding\, due to social distancing rules we’re hosting our meetings online for the time being. Please register at the link below before 18:30 if you want to join us. We will e-mail you the login around 15-30 minutes before the meeting starts\, so keep in mind to check your inbox. https://airtable.com/shr57PTnic2g9Ylot \n\n\n\nAt our next meeting\, we will be discussing Jared Sexton’s book ‘The Man They Wanted Me To Be’. We will finish the last 3 chapters of the Jared Sexton book in this session (chapter 13-15)\, but don’t worry if you haven’t read that much (or any) of the book\, you’ll still be welcome in the discussion. \n\n\n\nThe discussion will be in English. Please let us know if you have any needs in regards to the accessibility of the book. We’re glad to help! \n\n\n\n__ \n\n\n\nEvent info from the organisers: \n\n\n\nIn 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. \n\n\n\nMasculinity 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. \n\n\n\nThere 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. \n\n\n\nWith 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. \n\n\n\n__ \n\n\n\nIn our first meeting\, we made a decision together that we will not tolerate racism\, cis-sexism\, ableism\, ageism\, classism\, homophobia\, transphobia\, xenophobia or other hateful opinions or behaviours. We avoid making assumptions about others in the group and while sharing our experiences we strive to respond with care and empathy. URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/critical-masculinity-reading-group-may/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210428T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210428T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20210401T084754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210415T122022Z UID:2739-1619636400-1619640000@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Imagining trans feminist futures DESCRIPTION:Dignity book reading by Kes Otter Lieffe \n\n\n\n28th April\, 6pm (GMT/UK) 7pm (CEST/Germany)>>The reading will be online and in English.<< \n\n\n\nSign up for the reading here. \n\n\n\nDignity is the latest novel by Kes Otter Lieffe. In this cosy book reading\, the author will be reading from Dignity and her other novels with lots of space for discussion and questions. \n\n\n\nThis event is free\, but if you’d like to make a paypal donation (hello@aequa.cc) to aequa’s Save-Our-Space fund\, we’d be really grateful. All donations help us to continue our work community organising for mutual aid\, solidarity and social equity. We’ll send payment details for donations by email after you register. \n\n\n\n_ _ _ _ \n\n\n\nhttps://otterlieffe.com/dignity/ \n\n\n\n“Isolation and community. Restrictions and freedom. \n\n\n\nThe near future is a militarised state\, a fractured continent\, and a world in which fascism is resurging following pandemics and climate devastation. \n\n\n\nAgainst this grim backdrop\, the characters of Dignity form a deeply diverse resistance movement that brings connection\, strength and hope to those who need it most. \n\n\n\nSurvival is an act of resistance.” \n\n\n\n_ _ _ _ \n\n\n\nThis event is hosted by: \n\n\n\naequa (a community for social equity working on mutual support\, collective empowerment and collaborative action in Berlin\, Germany ) https://aequa.cc/ \n\n\n\nKes Otter Lieffe (trans feminist author and organiser)https://otterlieffe.com/ \n\n\n\n_ _ _ _ URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/imagining-trans-feminist-futures/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210424T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210424T173000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20210420T161612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210420T161725Z UID:2777-1619276400-1619285400@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:CareerGxrls - Finding Your Inner Wh*re DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, @shahd.a.kat will guide you through their techniques to help develop new personas that you can use to get to work work work. Personas can help us keep our anonymity\, preserve our mental health and be playful with our clients!There will be a discussion afterwards on how and where to advertise our personas based on our positionality. But mostly\, this is a chance to play with your persona around safer people and meet other s*x workers!If you have any questions\, email us at careergxrls@protonmail.comRegister here!https://form.jotform.com/211013090801033Follow the organisers on Instagram at @careergxrlsThe workshop series is free of charge for participants. Open for s*x worker and accomplices; Suggested LGBTQIA* between the ages of 18-27\, but it’s not a must. QT*BIPoC* will be prioritised. URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/careergxrls-finding-your-inner-whre/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210421T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210421T203000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20210401T134611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210401T175514Z UID:2745-1619031600-1619037000@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Breathwork with Anja (Pin Primrose) - April DESCRIPTION:Anja is a breathwork* teacher and herbalist based in the UK. They offer group and 1:1 online breathwork sessions including LGBTQIA only spaces and breathwork with herbs. They are kindly offering monthly breathwork sessions to raise funds for aequa. \n\n\n\nNext session: April 21st\, 7pm-8.15pm\, Berlin time (CEST) \n\n\n\nThis event will be in English and online. \n\n\n\nSign up here \n\n\n\nThese sessions are offered on a sliding scale from 5€ (discount ticket) to 20€ (solidarity ticket) and all funds raised will go to the aequa save-our-space fund. No-one turned away for lack of funds – if you can’t afford a discount ticket\, feel free to email us and we sort you out with a free ticket (hello@aequa.cc). \n\n\n\nWe will email information for payment after you’ve signed up. We’ll send out the zoom link to participants on the day of the event. \n\n\n\nMore information on Anja’s work here: https://www.pinprimrose.co.uk/breathwork/ \n\n\n\n_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ \n\n\n\n*Breathwork is an active guided breathing meditation. It bypasses the brain and lets us feel and clear any blocks or stuck emotions that are draining our life force. It enables us to access the wisdom within us and deepen our connection to source. URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/breathwork-with-anja-pin-primrose-april/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210414T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210414T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20210413T143142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210413T143143Z UID:2763-1618426800-1618434000@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Critical Masculinity reading group - April DESCRIPTION:On April 14th\, we will host the next session of our Critical Masculinity Reading Group. \n\n\n\nWhile we normally like to meet in person at the aequa Community Centre in Wedding\, due to social distancing rules we’re hosting our meetings online for the time being. Please register at the link below before 18:30 if you want to join us. We will e-mail you the login around 15-30 minutes before the meeting starts\, so keep in mind to check your inbox. https://airtable.com/shr57PTnic2g9Ylot \n\n\n\nAt our next meeting\, we will be discussing Jared Sexton’s book ‘The Man They Wanted Me To Be’ (chapters 10-12)\, but don’t worry if you haven’t read that much (or any) of the book\, you’ll still be welcome in the discussion. \n\n\n\nThe discussion will be in English. Please let us know if you have any needs in regards to the accessibility of the book. We’re glad to help! \n\n\n\n__ \n\n\n\nEvent info from the organisers: \n\n\n\nIn 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. \n\n\n\nMasculinity 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. \n\n\n\nThere 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. \n\n\n\nWith 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. \n\n\n\n__ \n\n\n\nIn our first meeting\, we made a decision together that we will not tolerate racism\, cis-sexism\, ableism\, ageism\, classism\, homophobia\, transphobia\, xenophobia or other hateful opinions or behaviours. We avoid making assumptions about others in the group and while sharing our experiences we strive to respond with care and empathy. URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/critical-masculinity-reading-group-april/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210331T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210331T203000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20210301T151859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210318T183546Z UID:2636-1617217200-1617222600@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Beyond Visibility 2021 DESCRIPTION:31st March\, Noon (CST)\, 6pm (GMT/UK)\, 7pm (CEST/Germany)\, \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSign up here to receive a zoom invitation. \n\n\n\nSometimes visibility isn’t enough. During these intense times\, solidarity has never been more important. For this Trans Day of Visibility\, Kes Otter Lieffe and aequa are organising a solidarity event to write to trans folk in prisons. \n\n\n\nWhile many people on the outside are beginning to understand what isolation means\, incarcerated trans people know it all too well and receiving letters and cards can be a lifeline to a caring community. \n\n\n\n>>The session will be online and in English.<< \n\n\n\nWe’ll hear some short presentations from prisoner solidarity organisations\, then we can write our letters and cards separately – but also together\, gathered in a cozy\, online space – and send them off. \n\n\n\nWe’ll provide you with addresses to post them to in the UK and possibly the US and other places*. We’ll also give some considerations for writing/posting safely during the pandemic. \n\n\n\nDon’t worry if you’ve never written to someone in prison before\, we’ll give you some tips and starters! \n\n\n\n_ _ _ _ \n\n\n\nThis event is hosted by: \n\n\n\naequa (a community for social equity working on mutual support\, collective empowerment and collaborative action in Berlin\, Germany ) \n\n\n\nKes Otter Lieffe (trans feminist author and organiser) \n\n\n\n_ _ _ _ \n\n\n\nin collaboration with: \n\n\n\nBooks Beyond Bars UK\, a collective of volunteers who send books and other educational materials\, free of charge\, to incarcerated LGBTQIA+ people across the United Kingdom. \n\n\n\nLGBT Books to Prisoners (A trans-affirming\, racial justice-focused\, prison abolitionist project sending books to incarcerated LGBTQ-identified people across the United States) \n\n\n\nSolidarity Apothecary (UK herbal apothecary materially supporting revolutionary struggles and communities with plant medicines) \n\n\n\n_ _ _ _ \n\n\n\n*We’ll update this description as we confirm other participants and details. URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/beyond-visibility-2021/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210330T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210330T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20210318T135346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210318T173348Z UID:2713-1617130800-1617138000@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Freelance Peer Support Group - Get Great Clients DESCRIPTION:Deutsch unten // \n\n\n\nSIGN UP: https://airtable.com/shrD5klWEb8MX9Cce \n\n\n\nJoin us for our PILOT evening for a Freelance Peer Support Group! As our first topic we will be looking at how to land new clients as a freelancer and any blocks we might be facing on the way there. \n\n\n\nThis workshop will be held in English. \n\n\n\n============================WHAT IS A PEER SUPPORT GROUP?============================ \n\n\n\nPSGs are a chance for a group of individuals with a common trait (in this case being freelance or self-employed) to collaborate to solve common problems. We will be able to voice our current challenges\, and then be giving each other feedback\, advice and ideas to help us conquer them. This is a great opportunity to share your knowledge and expertise if you’ve been in the freelance game for a while\, or of course for people starting out and looking to grow a client base to get work from. \n\n\n\nFor now\, this is a one-time pilot event. If we enjoy and learn from it and\, most importantly\, feel that these discussions add value to our freelancer life\, then further sessions on different topics can be added in the future. \n\n\n\n============================HOW IT WORKS============================ \n\n\n\nWe’re going to be having a structured conversation led my facilitators where everyone can share either their struggles or experiences finding clients as a freelancer\, and we’ll then brainstorm some solutions to share. It’s all about finding inspiration\, sharing knowledge and taking positive action. There will be a 10-minute access break in the middle of the session. \n\n\n\n============================WHO IS THE FREELANCE PEER SUPPORT GROUP FOR?============================ \n\n\n\naequa PSGs give folks with certain affinities (for example: similar interests\, challenges or experiences) the chance to offer mutual aid in the form of peer-to-peer mentorship\, feedback\, advice and discussion. This also gives a forum to wrestle with how those with shared challenges or advantages can help to build a more equitable future for all. \n\n\n\n============================WHO CAN JOIN?============================ \n\n\n\nThe Freelance Peer Support Group is for freelancers or self-employed people\, or anyone interested in becoming so. \n\n\n\nThis meetup is for anyone with an open\, respectful\, and collaborative mindset. \n\n\n\nPrior attendance to a PSG meetup or aequa event is not required. \n\n\n\nRSVP here to join and get the Zoom link. https://airtable.com/shrD5klWEb8MX9Cce \n\n\n\n============================YOUR FACILITATORS============================ \n\n\n\nAlexandra Koken (she/her) has been working as a freelance copywriter for 1.5 years. Her favourite things about freelancing is constantly experimenting to find a sustainable and happy balance between work and life\, and her least-favourite thing about freelancing is when she’s taking notes on a call and not a single pen works. \n\n\n\nMagdalena Klein (she/her; them/they) has been freelancing in the field of market research\, communication management and marketing consulting. Her favourite thing about freelancing is variety of projects she had opportunity to work on\, while learning new things from each project. Her least favourite thing is keeping track of her expenses. \n\n\n\n============================ABOUT AEQUA============================ \n\n\n\naequa is a community for social equity — a network of people united by our shared vision of a world in which everyone can thrive. We co-create spaces for mutual support\, collective empowerment\, and collaborative action. With diverse experiences and perspectives\, we are brought together by our desire to learn\, and to share what we have learned on our individual journeys. Together\, we explore both our individual potential and our collective power. \n\n\n\n======================================================== \n\n\n\nDEUTSCH \n\n\n\nFreelance Selbsthilfegruppe (Peer Support Group): Finde Kunden! \n\n\n\nDienstag\, 30 März 202119:00-21:00 Uhr Berlin Zeit (UTC+1)Auf Zoom \n\n\n\nMach mit beim ersten Pilot-Treffen für eine Selbsthilfegruppe von und mit anderen Freelancern! Als erstes Thema beschätigen wir uns damit\, wie man tolle Kunden findet\, und welche Probleme uns dabei vielleicht im Wege stehen. \n\n\n\nDieses Workshop wird auf Englisch gehalten. \n\n\n\n============================WAS IST EINE SELBSTHILFEGRUPPE?============================ \n\n\n\nSelbsthilfegruppen (Peer Support Groups) sind ein Weg für Menschen mit einem gemeinsamen Merkmal (in diesem Fall dass sie als Freelancer oder Selbstständig beschäftigt sind) zusammen zu arbeiten und gemeinsame Probleme zu lösen. Wir werden unsere derzeitigen Herausforderungen besprechen und uns gegenseitig Feedback\, Tips und Ideen geben\, um diese zu überwinden. Der Abend ist eine tolle Chance\, deine Erfahrungen und Expertise als Freelancer zu teilen\, wenn du schon länger im Game bist\, und natürlich auch für Leute die mit der Selbstständigkeit gerade anfangen und sich eine gesunde Kundenbasis aufbauen wollen. \n\n\n\nIm Moment ist dies ein einmaliges Gruppentreffen. Falls es uns Spass macht\, wir etwas dabei lernen\, und vor allem\, wenn wir glauben dass solche Unterhaltungen wertvoll für unsere Arbeit sind\, können zukünftige Treffen organisiert werden. \n\n\n\n============================WIE ES FUNKTIONIERT============================ \n\n\n\nWir werden eine strukturierte und moderierte Unterhaltung führen\, bei der jeder seine Mühen und Erfahrungen in der Kundenakquise als Freelancer nennen kann. Diese werden wir zusammen brainstormen\, um Lösungsansätze zu finden. Es geht darum\, Inspirationen zu schaffen\, Wissen zu teilen und positive Taten zu tun. Es gibt eine 10 Minuten Pause zur Halbzeit der Sitzung. \n\n\n\n============================FÜR WEN EIGNET SICH DIE FREELANCE SELBSTHILFEGRUPPE?============================ \n\n\n\naequa Selbsthilfegruppen verhelfen Menschen mit bestimmten Affinitäten (wie zum Beispiel gemeinsame Interessen\, Herausforderungen oder Erfahrungen) sich gegenseitig durch peer-to-peer Mentorship\, Feedback\, Rat und Diskussionen zur Seite zu stehen. Dies gibt uns auch den Raum\, uns mit diesen gemeinsamen Herausforderungen und Vorteilen zu befassen\, und zu helfen eine gerechtere Zukunft für alle zu schaffen. \n\n\n\n============================WER KANN MITMACHEN?============================ \n\n\n\nDie Freelance Selbsthilfegruppe ist für Freelancer und Selbstständige\, und solche\, die es werden wollen. \n\n\n\nDieses Treffen ist für jeden mit einer offenen\, respektvollen und kooperativen Denkart. \n\n\n\nVorherige Teilnahme an einer Selbsthilfegruppe oder einem aequa Event ist nicht erforderlich. \n\n\n\nHIER anmelden um den Zoom link zu erhalten: https://airtable.com/shrD5klWEb8MX9Cce \n\n\n\n============================DEINE MODERATOREN============================ \n\n\n\nAlexandra Koken (sie) arbeitet seit 1.5 Jahren als Freelance Copywriter. Am meisten gefällt ihr am Freelance Leben ständig zu experimentieren um eine nachhaltige und glückliche Work-Life Balance zu finden. Am wenigsten gefällt ihr am Freelance Leben wenn während eines Kundengespräches kein einziger Kulli funktioniert. \n\n\n\nMagdalena Klein (sie; dey) arbeitet selbstständig in Marktrecherche\, Kommunikationsmanagement und Marketing Consulting. Am meisten gefällt ihr am Freelance Leben die Vielfalt an Projekten an denen sie arbeiten konnte\, bei denen sie immer etwas dazu gelernt hat. Am wenigsten gefällt es ihr am Freelance Leben\, ihre Ausgaben zu managen. \n\n\n\n============================ÜBER AEQUA============================ \n\n\n\naequa ist eine Gemeinschaft für soziale Gerechtigkeit – ein Netzwerk von Menschen\, vereint durch die gemeinsame Vision einer Welt in der jeder wachsen kann. Wir co-kreieren Raum für gegenseitige Unterstützung\, kollektive Empowerment und kooperative Arbeit. Mit einer Vielfalt von Erfahrung und Perspektiven sind wir gebunden durch unseren Willen zu lernen\, und zu teilen\, was wir in unseren einzelnen Erfahrungen gelernt haben. Zusammen erkunden wir unser individuelles Potenzial und unsere kollektive Fähigkeit. URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/freelance-peer-support-group-get-great-clients/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210324T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210324T203000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20210318T131049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210318T131243Z UID:2707-1616612400-1616617800@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Breathwork with Anja (Pin Primrose) DESCRIPTION:Anja is a breathwork* teacher and herbalist based in the UK. They offer group and 1:1 online breathwork sessions including LGBTQIA only spaces and breathwork with herbs. They are kindly offering monthly breathwork sessions to raise funds for aequa. \n\n\n\nNext session: March 24th\, 7pm-8.15pm\, Berlin time (CET) \n\n\n\nThis event will be in English and online. \n\n\n\nSign up here \n\n\n\nThese sessions are offered on a sliding scale from 5€ (discount ticket) to 20€ (solidarity ticket) and all funds raised will go to the aequa save-our-space fund. No-one turned away for lack of funds – if you can’t afford a discount ticket\, feel free to email us and we sort you out with a free ticket (hello@aequa.cc) \n\n\n\nMore information on saving our space here: https://aequa.cc/donate/ \n\n\n\nMore information on Anja’s work here: https://www.pinprimrose.co.uk/breathwork/_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ \n\n\n\n*Breathwork is an active guided breathing meditation. It bypasses the brain and lets us feel and clear any blocks or stuck emotions that are draining our life force. It enables us to access the wisdom within us and deepen our connection to source. URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/breathwork-with-anja-pin-primrose/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210310T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210310T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20210303T104135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T104424Z UID:2644-1615402800-1615410000@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Critical Masculinity Reading Group - March DESCRIPTION:On March 10th\, we will host the next session of our Critical Masculinity Reading Group. \n\n\n\nWhile we normally like to meet in person at the aequa Community Centre in Wedding\, due to social distancing rules we’re hosting our meetings online for the time being. Please register at the link below before 18:30 if you want to join us. We will e-mail you the login around 15-30 minutes before the meeting starts\, so keep in mind to check your inbox. https://airtable.com/shr57PTnic2g9Ylot \n\n\n\nAt our next meeting\, we will be discussing Jared Sexton’s book ‘The Man They Wanted Me To Be’ (chapters 7-9)\, but don’t worry if you haven’t read that much (or any) of the book\, you’ll still be welcome in the discussion. \n\n\n\nThe discussion will be in English. Please let us know if you have any needs in regards to the accessibility of the book. We’re glad to help! \n\n\n\n__ \n\n\n\nEvent info from the organisers: \n\n\n\nIn 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. \n\n\n\nMasculinity 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. \n\n\n\nThere 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. \n\n\n\nWith 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. \n\n\n\n__ \n\n\n\nIn our first meeting\, we made a decision together that we will not tolerate racism\, cis-sexism\, ableism\, ageism\, classism\, homophobia\, transphobia\, xenophobia or other hateful opinions or behaviours. We avoid making assumptions about others in the group and while sharing our experiences we strive to respond with care and empathy. URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/critical-masculinity-reading-group-march/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210225T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210225T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20210217T131405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210217T160303Z UID:2582-1614279600-1614283200@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Design Action Teams (Designer Peer Support Group) DESCRIPTION:(Deutsch unten) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nENGLISH \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDesign Action Teams \n\n\n\nThursday\, February 25th 2021 \n\n\n\n7pm-8pm Berlin time (UTC+1) \n\n\n\nZoom \n\n\n\nJoin us for a special\, virtual “Action Teams” edition of aequa’s Designer Peer Support Group.This workshop will be held in English. \n\n\n\nWHAT IS AN ACTION TEAM? \n\n\n\nAction Teams is a give-get exchange with a small team of participants. You give your feedback\, advice\, and ideas to help others break through current challenges. In exchange\, they help you break through your blocks\, too. Maybe you’re wondering how to polish your portfolio\, find the freelance gigs you want\, you need new sources of inspiration\, want to get feedback on your designs\, or you want to learn how to animate—every challenge you can think of is fair game to present to your Action Team. Prior attendance of a Designer Peer Support Group meetup or aequa event is not required. \n\n\n\nRSVP here to join and get the Zoom link \n\n\n\nHOW IT WORKS \n\n\n\nEach participant will summarise their personal design-related challenge to the group in a timed session. Then your Action Team will have time to share their solutions\, ideas\, tips\, resources or other gifts to help you face your challenge. It’s about accountability\, inspiration\, connection and—of course—action! \n\n\n\nWHO IS THE DESIGN PEER SUPPORT GROUP FOR? \n\n\n\nThe Designer Peer Support Group is for Graphic Designers\, Art Directors\, UX/Product Designers & Researchers\, Illustrators\, or anyone adjacent to or interested in those fields. aequa Peer Support Groups give folks with certain affinities (for example: similar interests\, challenges or experiences) the chance to offer mutual support in the form of peer-to-peer mentorship\, feedback\, advice and discussion. This also gives a forum to wrestle with how those with shared challenges or advantages can help to build a more equitable future for all. This will be the 3rd meeting of the Designer’s Peer Support Group\, held in English only for now. In July’s kickoff meeting we discussed shared challenges. In September\, we discussed ways to find inspiration. New people are of course welcome. \n\n\n\nWHO CAN JOIN? \n\n\n\nThis meetup is for anyone with an open\, respectful\, and collaborative mindset.Prior attendance to a design meetup or aequa event is not required. \n\n\n\nRSVP here to join and get the Zoom link \n\n\n\nABOUT AEQUA \n\n\n\naequa is a community for social equity. Our vision is an equitable society in which every person can thrive. Our purpose is to activate\, empower and connect a diverse\, intersectional community — and to do so sustainably. We do that by hosting gatherings for folks to exchange resources\, tackle shared challenges\, and collaborate to create the world we dream of. Together\, we explore both our individual potential and our collective power. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDEUTSCH \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDesign Action Teams \n\n\n\nDonnerstag 25 Februar 2021 \n\n\n\n19:00-20:00 Berlin (UTC+1) \n\n\n\nZoom \n\n\n\nNehmen Sie an einer speziellen\, virtuellen “Action Teams”-Ausgabe der aequa Designer Peer Support Group teil.Dieser Workshop wird in englischer Sprache abgehalten. \n\n\n\nWAS IST EIN ACTIONSTEAM? \n\n\n\nAction Teams ist ein Geben und Nehmen-Austausch mit einem kleinen Team von Teilnehmern. Sie geben Ihr Feedback\, Ihren Rat und Ihre Ideen\, um anderen zu helfen\, aktuelle Herausforderungen zu überwinden. Im Gegenzug helfen sie Ihnen\, auch Ihre Blockaden zu überwinden.Vielleicht fragen Sie sich\, wie Sie Ihr Portfolio aufpolieren können\, wie Sie die Freelance-Aufträge finden\, die Sie sich wünschen\, Sie brauchen neue Inspirationsquellen\, wollen Feedback zu Ihren Entwürfen erhalten oder Sie wollen lernen\, wie man animiert – jede Herausforderung\, die Sie sich vorstellen können\, ist faires Spiel\, um sie Ihrem Action Team zu präsentieren.Die vorherige Teilnahme an einem Treffen der Designer Peer Support Group oder einer aequa-Veranstaltung ist nicht erforderlich. \n\n\n\nRSVP hier\, um teilzunehmen und den Zoom-Link zu erhalten. (auf englisch) \n\n\n\nWIE ES FUNKTIONIERT \n\n\n\nJeder Teilnehmer fasst seine persönliche designbezogene Herausforderung für die Gruppe in einer zeitlich begrenzten Sitzung zusammen. Dann hat Ihr Action Team Zeit\, ihre Lösungen\, Ideen\, Tipps\, Ressourcen oder andere Geschenke zu teilen\, die Ihnen helfen\, Ihre Herausforderung zu meistern. Es geht um Verantwortlichkeit\, Inspiration\, Verbindung und – natürlich – Aktion! \n\n\n\nFÜR WEN IST DIE DESIGN PEER SUPPORT GROUP? \n\n\n\nDie Designer Peer Support Group ist für Grafikdesigner\, Art-Direktoren\, UX/Produktdesigner & -forscher\, Illustratoren und alle\, die mit diesen Bereichen zu tun haben oder daran interessiert sind.aequa Peer-Support-Gruppen geben Menschen mit bestimmten Affinitäten (zum Beispiel: ähnliche Interessen\, Herausforderungen oder Erfahrungen) die Möglichkeit\, sich gegenseitig zu unterstützen in Form von Peer-to-Peer-Mentoring\, Feedback\, Ratschlägen und Diskussionen. Dies bietet auch ein Forum\, um darüber zu ringen\, wie diejenigen mit gemeinsamen Herausforderungen oder Vorteilen helfen können\, eine gerechtere Zukunft für alle aufzubauen.Dies wird das 3. Treffen der Designer’s Peer Support Group sein\, das vorerst nur auf Englisch stattfindet. Beim Kickoff-Meeting im Juli haben wir gemeinsame Herausforderungen diskutiert. Im September besprachen wir Möglichkeiten\, Inspiration zu finden. Neue Leute sind natürlich willkommen. \n\n\n\nWER KANN MITMACHEN? \n\n\n\nDieses Treffen ist für jeden geeignet\, der eine offene\, respektvolle und kollaborative Denkweise hat.Eine vorherige Teilnahme an einem Design-Meetup oder einer aequa-Veranstaltung ist nicht erforderlich. \n\n\n\nRSVP hier\, um teilzunehmen und den Zoom-Link zu erhalten (auf englisch) \n\n\n\nÜBER AEQUA \n\n\n\naequa ist eine Gemeinschaft für soziale Gerechtigkeit. Unsere Vision ist eine gerechte Gesellschaft\, in der jeder Mensch gedeihen kann. Unser Ziel ist es\, eine vielfältige\, intersektionale Gemeinschaft zu aktivieren\, zu befähigen und zu verbinden – und das nachhaltig. Wir tun dies\, indem wir Versammlungen für Menschen veranstalten\, um Ressourcen auszutauschen\, gemeinsame Herausforderungen anzugehen und zusammenzuarbeiten\, um die Welt zu schaffen\, von der wir träumen.Gemeinsam erforschen wir sowohl unser individuelles Potenzial als auch unsere kollektive Macht. URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/action-teams-for-designers-design-psg/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210218T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210218T193000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20210128T142741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210209T095216Z UID:2537-1613671200-1613676600@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:aequa Assembly (online) DESCRIPTION:(Deutsch unten) \n\n\n\nThursday Feb 18th\, 18:00-19:30 Berlin time \n\n\n\nSign up here to receive the zoom link \n\n\n\nOur first community assembly of 2021!aequa has grown so much and especially since we opened the community centre last spring our networks have been expanding fast. As so much of our work has been online recently\, we know it’s been hard to keep up with all the projects that are happening month to month. \n\n\n\nThis digital gathering will have representatives from aequa working groups\, collectives\, reading groups and various other projects so we can all get to know each other better and learn about the work our wonderful community has been busy with. \n\n\n\nIndividuals who are not yet part of a group but would like to get to know the aequa ecosystem better are very welcome too! \n\n\n\nTHIS IS FOR YOU IF: \n\n\n\nYou are part of an aequa project\, working-group\, reading group or other collective and want to network with other aequa folks\, share ideas or get support\n\n\n\nYou have heard of aequa and are interested in learning more or getting more involved\n\n\n\nYou are part of our extended digital community\n\n\n\nMUTUAL RESPECT \n\n\n\nWe 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. \n\n\n\naequa Assembly (online) \n\n\n\nDonnerstag\, 18. Februar 2021\, 18:00-19:30 Uhr Berliner Zeit \n\n\n\nMelde dich hier an\, um den Zoom-Link zu erhalten. \n\n\n\nUnsere erste Gemeinschaftsversammlung in 2021! \n\n\n\naequa ist sehr stark gewachsen\, insbesondere seit das Community Centre im letzten Frühjahr eröffnet wurde hat sich das Netzwerk stark erweitert. Da wir in letzter Zeit so viel online gearbeitet haben\, wissen wir\, wie schwierig es ist\, mit all den Projekten Schritt zu halten\, die Monat für Monat stattfinden. \n\n\n\nAn diesem digitalen Treffen werden Vertreter von aequa-Arbeitsgruppen\, den Kollektiven\, den Lesegruppen und den verschiedenen anderen Projekten teilnehmen\, damit wir uns alle besser kennenlernen und mehr über die Arbeit erfahren können\, mit der sich unsere wunderbare Gemeinschaft beschäftigt. \n\n\n\nPersonen\, die noch nicht Teil einer Gruppe sind\, aber das aequa-Netzwerk besser kennenlernen möchten\, sind ebenfalls herzlich willkommen! \n\n\n\nDie Versammlung wird hauptsächlich in englischer Sprache durchgeführt\, aber wir werden auch eine deutsche Übersetzung zur Verfügung stellen. \n\n\n\nDIE ASSEMBLY IST FÜR DICH: \n\n\n\nWenn Du Teil eines aequa Projekts\, einer Arbeitsgruppe\, einer Lesegruppe oder eines anderen Kollektives bist und Dich gerne mit anderen aequa Mitwirkenden treffen möchtest\, Ideen austauschen willst\, oder Unterstützung benötigst \n\n\n\nWenn Du von aequa gehört hast und gerne mehr darüber erfahren oder mitmachen möchtest \n\n\n\nWenn Du Teil unserer größeren digitalen Gemeinschaft bist \n\n\n\nGEGENSEITIGER RESPEKT \n\n\n\nWir heißen Menschen mit unterschiedlichen Hintergründen und Erfahrungen willkommen. Jeder von uns trägt eine Vielzahl sich überschneidender Privilegien und Unterdrückungen in sich. Die gesprochenen und verstandenen Sprachen sind vielfältig. Wir bemühen uns\, Unterschiede zu feiern und eine offene\, respektvolle und mitfühlende Denkweise zu fördern. Wir versuchen zu vermeiden\, Annahmen über andere zu machen oder unsere eigenen Meinungen als die einzig gültige Wahrheit anzuerkennen. Während wir davon ausgehen\, dass unser Gegenüber stets eine positive Absicht hat\, verschweigen wir nicht\, wenn sich jemand im Austausch verletzt fühlt. Wir tolerieren KEINEN Rassismus\, Cissexismus\, Ableismus\, Altersdiskriminierung\, Klassismus\, Homophobie\, Transphobie\, Fremdenfeindlichkeit oder andere von Hasserfüllte Meinungen oder Verhaltensweisen. Wenn Du oder jemand in Deiner Umgebung Unbehagen äußert oder verspürt\, setzt Euch bitte mit uns in Verbindung. URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/aequa-assembly-online/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210211T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210211T193000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20210204T110928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210204T110929Z UID:2556-1613066400-1613071800@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Fundraising Working Group Kickoff Meeting DESCRIPTION:Deutsch unten. \n\n\n\nThis is the official kickoff meeting for the newly formed aequa FUNDRAISING WORKING GROUP. \n\n\n\nThe goal of this volunteer Fundraising Working Group is help us to organise fundraising initiatives and applications to support aequa Community Centre and related projects throughout and beyond the pandemic. Here are some of the tasks we might work together on: \n\n\n\nCreating a database of applicable funds we could apply forWriting and translating applications togetherWorking with the Outreach Working Group to promote crowdfunding initiativesMaybe: approaching brands\, individuals or bigger organisations to see if they would sponsor certain projects\n\n\n\nThe idea for this first meeting is that we meet together\, get to know each other a bit\, decide how we want to co-organise\, and then meet on a regular basis (for example once a month) to check in on tasks we’ve decided to tackle together. If you’re not regularly available but could help us out with things like feedback on applications or translations in-between meetings\, please let me know. \n\n\n\nMeeting will be conducted in English with German translation available if needed. \n\n\n\nSignup for the working group using this form to receive the Zoom info: \n\n\n\nhttps://airtable.com/shrlOWmzMT8RmxRvR \n\n\n\n=== \n\n\n\nDies ist das offizielle Kickoff Meeting für die neu gegründete aequa FUNDRAISING WORKING GROUP. \n\n\n\nDas Ziel dieser freiwilligen Fundraising-Arbeitsgruppe ist es\, uns dabei zu helfen\, Fundraising-Initiativen und -Anträge zu organisieren\, um das aequa Community Centre und verwandte Projekte während und nach der Pandemie zu unterstützen. Hier sind einige der Aufgaben\, an denen wir gemeinsam arbeiten könnten: \n\n\n\nErstellen einer Datenbank mit anwendbaren Fonds\, für die wir Anträge stellen könntenGemeinsames Schreiben und Übersetzen von AnträgenZusammenarbeit mit der Outreach Working Group\, um Crowdfunding-Initiativen zu fördernVielleicht: Ansprechen von Marken\, Einzelpersonen oder größeren Organisationen\, um zu sehen\, ob sie bestimmte Projekte sponsern würden\n\n\n\nDie Idee für dieses erste Treffen ist\, dass wir uns treffen\, uns ein bisschen kennenlernen\, entscheiden\, wie wir zusammenarbeiten wollen und uns dann regelmäßig treffen (z.B. einmal im Monat)\, um uns über die Aufgaben zu informieren\, die wir gemeinsam angehen wollen. Wenn du nicht regelmäßig zur Verfügung stehst\, aber uns mit Dingen wie Feedback zu Bewerbungen oder Übersetzungen zwischen den Treffen aushelfen könntest\, lass es mich bitte wissen. \n\n\n\nDie Treffen werden auf Englisch abgehalten\, eine deutsche Übersetzung ist bei Bedarf verfügbar. \n\n\n\nMelde dich über dieses Formular für die Arbeitsgruppe an\, um die Zoom-Infos zu erhalten (Formular auf Englisch): \n\n\n\nhttps://airtable.com/shrlOWmzMT8RmxRvR URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/fundraising-working-group-kickoff-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210210T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210210T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20210202T105224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210202T105225Z UID:2548-1612983600-1612990800@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Critical Masculinity Reading group DESCRIPTION:On February 10th\, we will host the next session of our Critical Masculinity Reading Group. \n\n\n\nWhile we normally like to meet in person at the aequa Community Centre in Wedding\, due to social distancing rules we’re hosting our meetings online for the time being. Please register at the link below before 18:30 if you want to join us. We will e-mail you the login around 15-30 minutes before the meeting starts\, so keep in mind to check your inbox. https://airtable.com/shr57PTnic2g9Ylot \n\n\n\nAt our next meeting\, we will be discussing Jared Sexton’s book ‘The Man They Wanted Me To Be’ (prologue + chapters 1-6)\, but don’t worry if you haven’t read that much (or any) of the book\, you’ll still be welcome in the discussion. \n\n\n\nThe discussion will be in English. Please let us know if you have any needs in regards to the accessibility of the book. We’re glad to help! \n\n\n\n__ \n\n\n\nEvent info from the organisers: \n\n\n\nIn 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. \n\n\n\nMasculinity 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. \n\n\n\nThere 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. \n\n\n\nWith 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. \n\n\n\n__ \n\n\n\nIn our first meeting\, we made a decision together that we will not tolerate racism\, cis-sexism\, ableism\, ageism\, classism\, homophobia\, transphobia\, xenophobia or other hateful opinions or behaviours. We avoid making assumptions about others in the group and while sharing our experiences we strive to respond with care and empathy. URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/critical-masculinity-reading-group/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210128T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210128T193000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20210124T143549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210124T143647Z UID:2512-1611856800-1611862200@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Community Check in DESCRIPTION:Thursday Jan 28th\, 18:00-19:30 Berlin time \n\n\n\nThis is our regular digital community meet up\, an online gathering focused on quick updates and taking care of each other. You are welcome to join from anywhere! \n\n\n\nOn this month’s agenda: \n\n\n\nWarm-up: self massage by KesLearn more about our upcoming (and first) aequa Assembly meeting in FebruaryInfo on the upcoming Community SurveyFind out about the Working Groups where you can volunteerChecking in with each other\n\n\n\nThis event is FREE and open to everyone with a collaborative\, open and respectful mindset. \n\n\n\nThe agenda will be presented in English\, and the group discussions will also be in English. If anyone can help with doing some live translation to German or other languages into the chat box as we go\, please let us know. \n\n\n\nRegister for the event here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIpdumopzMpG92tf77YLkJhUfgK7QyfuuBK \n\n\n\nPlease download Zoom ahead of the meeting:[https://zoom.us/download#client_4meeting]\n\n\n\nTHIS IS FOR YOU IF: \n\n\n\nYou are looking to speak to and connect to others during this time of social distancing \n\n\n\nYou have heard of aequa and are interested in learning more or getting more involved \n\n\n\nYou have attended an aequa event before \n\n\n\nYou are part of our extended digital community \n\n\n\nYou 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 \n\n\n\nMUTUAL RESPECT \n\n\n\nWe 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. URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/2512/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210124T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210124T183000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20210104T161419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210113T192913Z UID:2386-1611496800-1611513000@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:MOSAIC: Illustrations and conversations on the relationships between future\, ritual and memory DESCRIPTION:GET YOUR TICKET (From zero to 15 EUR – pay what you can) \n\n\n\nMOSAIC is an exhibition exploring the meanings of — and relationships between — memory\, ritual and future\, featuring original works of illustration by 18 BIPOC\, migrant and diasporic artists. The collection has been curated by OUSA Collective for permanent display at the aequa Community Centre in Wedding. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn Berlin\, a city of transplants\, it can be hard for those of us with roots sprouted elsewhere to feel belonging. Sometimes that feeling springs from shared memories\, from our shared sensory connections to histories or cultures we have come from. Sometimes it appears in shared rituals of celebration\, spirituality\, healing and commemoration. Often\, despite our differences of experience\, it’s our dreams of a shared future that bind us. \n\n\n\nShared space can be critical to discovering these connections. Spaces in which we can be our most authentic selves offer us a sanctuary — places to recharge from a world that so often drains us. There\, we can explore the relationship between ourselves as singular individuals and our roles as pieces of a complex\, constantly-expanding composite — a mosaic of our experiences and perspectives. \n\n\n\nJoin us on Sunday\, January 24th for MOSAIC\, a digital vernissage\, including introductions of the works by the artists themselves\, as well as community discussions\, workshops and a musical performance around the themes that inspired these works. Like most aequa gatherings\, this one will be grounded in conversation\, so please join us to add pieces of your story to the picture\, too. \n\n\n\nFeatured illustrations from: \n\n\n\nAlexis Jang \n\n\n\nAna Filipa Maceira \n\n\n\nAude Nasr \n\n\n\nBilge Emir \n\n\n\nChiny Udeani \n\n\n\nChristina S. Zhu \n\n\n\nCrapulerie \n\n\n\nDevorah Livadna \n\n\n\nEllen Gabriel Ndure \n\n\n\nEzequiel Hyon \n\n\n\nHong Le \n\n\n\nIlki \n\n\n\nIrem Kurt \n\n\n\nKirim \n\n\n\nMagió \n\n\n\nRahel Süßkind \n\n\n\nSeda Demiriz \n\n\n\nSheree Domingo URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/mosaic-illustrations-and-conversations-on-the-relationships-between-future-ritual-and-memory/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210120T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20210120T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20201207T100828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210113T192343Z UID:2362-1611169200-1611176400@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Critical Masculinity Reading Group - #07 DESCRIPTION:On 20th January\, we will host the next session of our Critical Masculinity Reading Group. \n\n\n\nWhile we normally like to meet in person at the aequa Community Centre in Wedding\, due to social distancing rules we’re hosting our meetings online for the time being. Please register at the link below before 18:30 if you want to join us. We will e-mail you the login around 15-30 minutes before the meeting starts\, so keep in mind to check your inbox. https://airtable.com/shr57PTnic2g9Ylot \n\n\n\nAt our next meeting\, we will read Jared Sexton’s book ‘The Man They Wanted Me To Be’ (prologue + chapters 1-3). The discussion will be in English.Please let us know if you have any needs in regards to the accessibility of the book. We’re glad to help! \n\n\n\n__ \n\n\n\nEvent info from the organisers: \n\n\n\nIn 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. \n\n\n\nMasculinity 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. \n\n\n\nThere 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. \n\n\n\nWith 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. \n\n\n\n__ \n\n\n\nIn our first meeting\, we made a decision together that we will not tolerate racism\, cis-sexism\, ableism\, ageism\, classism\, homophobia\, transphobia\, xenophobia or other hateful opinions or behaviours. We avoid making assumptions about others in the group and while sharing our experiences we strive to respond with care and empathy. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nhttps://airtable.com/shr57PTnic2g9Ylot URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/critical-masculinity-reading-group-06/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201220T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201220T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20201118T165550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201118T165551Z UID:2316-1608472800-1608483600@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Life Architecture part 4 DESCRIPTION:Tickets here: www.universe.com/events/life-architecture-4-part-online-learning-series-tickets-Z3WH49 \n\n\n\nTo build the life you dream of\, start by designing it. And what better time to reassess the lives we want to live than in the midst of this great shake-up? \n\n\n\nThis four-part collaborative learning series is about getting unstuck — to move from where you are now in your life to where you want to be. \n\n\n\nThat could mean one change in your life\, or many in combination — committing yourself to a cause you care about\, finding a new residence\, activating a career change\, seeking a new type of relationship\, going deep on a personal passion\, adding family members like a pet or kiddo\, or just finding more time for yourself and the things and people you care most about. \n\n\n\nEach session is three hours long (with breaks!)\, every Sunday afternoon for four weeks in a row\, made up of reflection activities\, discussions\, food for thought and…yes\, a little bit of homework. \n\n\n\nPRICES AND ACCESS \n\n\n\nSpace is limited to 16 spots. We strongly recommend that you only join if you can commit to all four weeks of the series. \n\n\n\nThe series is open to everyone with a collaborative\, open and respectful mindset. That said\, these gatherings do try to center those who are usually marginalised\, and if the signups get full\, we will prioritise those who might not have access to these kinds of resources otherwise. \n\n\n\nThe cost is €100 plus 16% VAT for the four sessions. You can pay all at once or in four installments of €29.00. The ticket prices go towards paying for our platform\, facilitators and design time. You can choose to pay at once or in four installments. \n\n\n\nThree no-cost spots will be available for those who do not have the financial means to buy a ticket. Please email hello@aequa.cc to request a free spot. \n\n\n\nThe workshops are taught in English on Zoom. \n\n\n\nWORKSHOP DATESAll workshops take place 14h-17h (2pm-5pm) Berlin time (UTC+1) \n\n\n\nSUN NOV 29th MODULE 1: “CLARIFY MY PRIORITIES”Rediscover what’s most important for you with activities to reflect on your values and purpose. \n\n\n\nSUN DEC 6th MODULE 2: “IMAGINE MY POSSIBILITIES”Explore options for different dimensions of your life\, and check for alignment with your values and purpose. \n\n\n\nSUN DEC 13th MODULE 3: “PROTOTYPE MY OPTIONS”Time to refine your possibilities. Learn to use research and experiments to test factors like compatibility and viability. \n\n\n\nSUN DEC 20th MODULE 4: “BUILD MY ACTION PLAN”Decide on steps to move from blueprint to reality. Set a plan for accountability. \n\n\n\nYOUR HOSTS \n\n\n\nThis series was designed by learning designers Angie Porcel\, Heidi Higginbottom — two personal development experts who bring between them more than 20 years of experience in learning design\, facilitation and coaching — together with aequa co-founder Sarj Lynch. \n\n\n\nThis round will be facilitated by Heidi Higginbottom\, Sarj Lynch\, Jarral Boyd and Liz Thamm. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact us at hello@aequa.cc URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/life-architecture-part-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201217T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201217T203000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20201124T102922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201124T104308Z UID:2329-1608229800-1608237000@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Discussion Circle: Me & White Supremacy Workbook DESCRIPTION:[doors open at 6.15\, event starts at 6.30]\n\n\n\nIf you are someone who might benefit from white privilege — if you’re not sure\, this might be a good way to find out — we encourage you to take the month of June to read and reflect on the prompts of Layla F. Saad’s “Me & White Supremacy” and explore the ways in which whiteness plays out in your own life. \n\n\n\nSIGNUP HERE: https://airtable.com/shr8ur6lnxwkRUa2i \n\n\n\nFrom the book’s website: “*Me and White Supremacy: A 28-Day Challenge to Combat Racism\, Change the World\, and Become a Good Ancestor* leads readers through a journey of understanding their white privilege and participation in white supremacy\, so that they can stop (often unconsciously) inflicting damage on black\, indigenous and people of color\, and in turn\, help other white people do better\, too. The book goes beyond the original workbook by adding more historical and cultural contexts\, sharing moving stories and anecdotes\, and includes expanded definitions\, examples\, and further resources.” \n\n\n\nThis group will give folks who have COMPLETED the workbook a place to discuss what they learned over the course of that month\, talk about next steps and share their action and accountability plan. The discussion will be held in English. \n\n\n\nThe workshop will be held in English online and limited to 20 participants. \n\n\n\nMUTUAL RESPECT at aequa eventshttps://aequa.cc/mutual-respect/ URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/discussion-circle-me-white-supremacy-workbook/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201213T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201213T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20201118T165512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201118T165513Z UID:2314-1607868000-1607878800@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Life Architecture part 3 DESCRIPTION:Tickets here: www.universe.com/events/life-architecture-4-part-online-learning-series-tickets-Z3WH49 \n\n\n\nTo build the life you dream of\, start by designing it. And what better time to reassess the lives we want to live than in the midst of this great shake-up? \n\n\n\nThis four-part collaborative learning series is about getting unstuck — to move from where you are now in your life to where you want to be. \n\n\n\nThat could mean one change in your life\, or many in combination — committing yourself to a cause you care about\, finding a new residence\, activating a career change\, seeking a new type of relationship\, going deep on a personal passion\, adding family members like a pet or kiddo\, or just finding more time for yourself and the things and people you care most about. \n\n\n\nEach session is three hours long (with breaks!)\, every Sunday afternoon for four weeks in a row\, made up of reflection activities\, discussions\, food for thought and…yes\, a little bit of homework. \n\n\n\nPRICES AND ACCESS \n\n\n\nSpace is limited to 16 spots. We strongly recommend that you only join if you can commit to all four weeks of the series. \n\n\n\nThe series is open to everyone with a collaborative\, open and respectful mindset. That said\, these gatherings do try to center those who are usually marginalised\, and if the signups get full\, we will prioritise those who might not have access to these kinds of resources otherwise. \n\n\n\nThe cost is €100 plus 16% VAT for the four sessions. You can pay all at once or in four installments of €29.00. The ticket prices go towards paying for our platform\, facilitators and design time. You can choose to pay at once or in four installments. \n\n\n\nThree no-cost spots will be available for those who do not have the financial means to buy a ticket. Please email hello@aequa.cc to request a free spot. \n\n\n\nThe workshops are taught in English on Zoom. \n\n\n\nWORKSHOP DATESAll workshops take place 14h-17h (2pm-5pm) Berlin time (UTC+1) \n\n\n\nSUN NOV 29th MODULE 1: “CLARIFY MY PRIORITIES”Rediscover what’s most important for you with activities to reflect on your values and purpose. \n\n\n\nSUN DEC 6th MODULE 2: “IMAGINE MY POSSIBILITIES”Explore options for different dimensions of your life\, and check for alignment with your values and purpose. \n\n\n\nSUN DEC 13th MODULE 3: “PROTOTYPE MY OPTIONS”Time to refine your possibilities. Learn to use research and experiments to test factors like compatibility and viability. \n\n\n\nSUN DEC 20th MODULE 4: “BUILD MY ACTION PLAN”Decide on steps to move from blueprint to reality. Set a plan for accountability. \n\n\n\nYOUR HOSTS \n\n\n\nThis series was designed by learning designers Angie Porcel\, Heidi Higginbottom — two personal development experts who bring between them more than 20 years of experience in learning design\, facilitation and coaching — together with aequa co-founder Sarj Lynch. \n\n\n\nThis round will be facilitated by Heidi Higginbottom\, Sarj Lynch\, Jarral Boyd and Liz Thamm. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact us at hello@aequa.cc URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/life-architecture-part-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201209T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201209T203000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20201015T103037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T103038Z UID:2177-1607540400-1607545800@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Equity Reading Circle - poetry edition DESCRIPTION:You can join this meetup in person or via online video.The Equity Reading 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. \n\n\n\nWe 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. \n\n\n\nSince Wednesday\, October 14\, we decided as a group that we would like to focus on quarter on co-reading poetry on these topics. In particular\, we will take our time together to read from Suhaiymah Manzoor-Khan’s Postcolonial Banter poetry collection. You can buy the ebook here or watch the author performing many of the poems online. The idea is that each meeting\, someone else will “host” by sharing a poem or poems of their choice\, which the group can then discuss. As previously\, we will adopt some methods of The Circle Way\, to try to share the work of organising this meetup. \n\n\n\nEmail hello [at] aequa.cc if you’d like us to already add your email to the calendar invite. URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/equity-reading-circle-poetry-edition-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201206T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201206T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20201118T165409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201118T165409Z UID:2312-1607263200-1607274000@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Life Architecture part 2 DESCRIPTION:Tickets here: www.universe.com/events/life-architecture-4-part-online-learning-series-tickets-Z3WH49 \n\n\n\nTo build the life you dream of\, start by designing it. And what better time to reassess the lives we want to live than in the midst of this great shake-up? \n\n\n\nThis four-part collaborative learning series is about getting unstuck — to move from where you are now in your life to where you want to be. \n\n\n\nThat could mean one change in your life\, or many in combination — committing yourself to a cause you care about\, finding a new residence\, activating a career change\, seeking a new type of relationship\, going deep on a personal passion\, adding family members like a pet or kiddo\, or just finding more time for yourself and the things and people you care most about. \n\n\n\nEach session is three hours long (with breaks!)\, every Sunday afternoon for four weeks in a row\, made up of reflection activities\, discussions\, food for thought and…yes\, a little bit of homework. \n\n\n\nPRICES AND ACCESS \n\n\n\nSpace is limited to 16 spots. We strongly recommend that you only join if you can commit to all four weeks of the series. \n\n\n\nThe series is open to everyone with a collaborative\, open and respectful mindset. That said\, these gatherings do try to center those who are usually marginalised\, and if the signups get full\, we will prioritise those who might not have access to these kinds of resources otherwise. \n\n\n\nThe cost is €100 plus 16% VAT for the four sessions. You can pay all at once or in four installments of €29.00. The ticket prices go towards paying for our platform\, facilitators and design time. You can choose to pay at once or in four installments. \n\n\n\nThree no-cost spots will be available for those who do not have the financial means to buy a ticket. Please email hello@aequa.cc to request a free spot. \n\n\n\nThe workshops are taught in English on Zoom. \n\n\n\nWORKSHOP DATESAll workshops take place 14h-17h (2pm-5pm) Berlin time (UTC+1) \n\n\n\nSUN NOV 29th MODULE 1: “CLARIFY MY PRIORITIES”Rediscover what’s most important for you with activities to reflect on your values and purpose. \n\n\n\nSUN DEC 6th MODULE 2: “IMAGINE MY POSSIBILITIES”Explore options for different dimensions of your life\, and check for alignment with your values and purpose. \n\n\n\nSUN DEC 13th MODULE 3: “PROTOTYPE MY OPTIONS”Time to refine your possibilities. Learn to use research and experiments to test factors like compatibility and viability. \n\n\n\nSUN DEC 20th MODULE 4: “BUILD MY ACTION PLAN”Decide on steps to move from blueprint to reality. Set a plan for accountability. \n\n\n\nYOUR HOSTS \n\n\n\nThis series was designed by learning designers Angie Porcel\, Heidi Higginbottom — two personal development experts who bring between them more than 20 years of experience in learning design\, facilitation and coaching — together with aequa co-founder Sarj Lynch. \n\n\n\nThis round will be facilitated by Heidi Higginbottom\, Sarj Lynch\, Jarral Boyd and Liz Thamm. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact us at hello@aequa.cc URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/life-architecture-part-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201129T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201129T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20201118T161042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201118T165328Z UID:2304-1606658400-1606669200@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Life Architecture part 1 DESCRIPTION:Tickets here: www.universe.com/events/life-architecture-4-part-online-learning-series-tickets-Z3WH49 \n\n\n\nTo build the life you dream of\, start by designing it. And what better time to reassess the lives we want to live than in the midst of this great shake-up? \n\n\n\nThis four-part collaborative learning series is about getting unstuck — to move from where you are now in your life to where you want to be. \n\n\n\nThat could mean one change in your life\, or many in combination — committing yourself to a cause you care about\, finding a new residence\, activating a career change\, seeking a new type of relationship\, going deep on a personal passion\, adding family members like a pet or kiddo\, or just finding more time for yourself and the things and people you care most about. \n\n\n\nEach session is three hours long (with breaks!)\, every Sunday afternoon for four weeks in a row\, made up of reflection activities\, discussions\, food for thought and…yes\, a little bit of homework. \n\n\n\nPRICES AND ACCESS \n\n\n\nSpace is limited to 16 spots. We strongly recommend that you only join if you can commit to all four weeks of the series. \n\n\n\nThe series is open to everyone with a collaborative\, open and respectful mindset. That said\, these gatherings do try to center those who are usually marginalised\, and if the signups get full\, we will prioritise those who might not have access to these kinds of resources otherwise. \n\n\n\nThe cost is €100 plus 16% VAT for the four sessions. You can pay all at once or in four installments of €29.00. The ticket prices go towards paying for our platform\, facilitators and design time. You can choose to pay at once or in four installments. \n\n\n\nThree no-cost spots will be available for those who do not have the financial means to buy a ticket. Please email hello@aequa.cc to request a free spot. \n\n\n\nThe workshops are taught in English on Zoom. \n\n\n\nWORKSHOP DATESAll workshops take place 14h-17h (2pm-5pm) Berlin time (UTC+1) \n\n\n\nSUN NOV 29th MODULE 1: “CLARIFY MY PRIORITIES”Rediscover what’s most important for you with activities to reflect on your values and purpose. \n\n\n\nSUN DEC 6th MODULE 2: “IMAGINE MY POSSIBILITIES”Explore options for different dimensions of your life\, and check for alignment with your values and purpose. \n\n\n\nSUN DEC 13th MODULE 3: “PROTOTYPE MY OPTIONS”Time to refine your possibilities. Learn to use research and experiments to test factors like compatibility and viability. \n\n\n\nSUN DEC 20th MODULE 4: “BUILD MY ACTION PLAN”Decide on steps to move from blueprint to reality. Set a plan for accountability. \n\n\n\nYOUR HOSTS \n\n\n\nThis series was designed by learning designers Angie Porcel\, Heidi Higginbottom — two personal development experts who bring between them more than 20 years of experience in learning design\, facilitation and coaching — together with aequa co-founder Sarj Lynch. \n\n\n\nThis round will be facilitated by Heidi Higginbottom\, Sarj Lynch\, Jarral Boyd and Liz Thamm. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact us at hello@aequa.cc URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/life-architecture/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201125T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201125T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20201123T130344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T141623Z UID:2322-1606330800-1606338000@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Critical Masculinity Reading Group #05 DESCRIPTION:This Wednesday we’re hosting the next edition of our Critical Masculinity Reading Group.While we normally like to meet in person at the aequa Community Centre in Wedding\, due to social distancing rules we’re hosting our meetings online for the time being. Please contact hello@aequa.cc before 18:30 on November 25th if you want the link to join us. The discussion will be in English. \n\n\n\nThis week\, we’ll be discussing the second half of JJ Bola’s “Mask Off: Masculinity Redefined.” Let us know if you’re interested in joining but need help getting the text.__ \n\n\n\nEvent info from the organisers: \n\n\n\nIn 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. \n\n\n\nMasculinity 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 \n\n\n\n__ \n\n\n\nIn our first meeting\, we made a decision together that we will not tolerate racism\, cis-sexism\, ableism\, ageism\, classism\, homophobia\, transphobia\, xenophobia or other hateful opinions or behaviours. We avoid making assumptions about others in the group and while sharing our experiences we strive to respond with care and empathy.If you can\, please consider supporting aequa on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aequa URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/critical-masculinity-reading-group-05/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201125T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201125T203000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20201015T102951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T102952Z UID:2175-1606330800-1606336200@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Equity Reading Circle - poetry edition DESCRIPTION:You can join this meetup in person or via online video.The Equity Reading 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. \n\n\n\nWe 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. \n\n\n\nSince Wednesday\, October 14\, we decided as a group that we would like to focus on quarter on co-reading poetry on these topics. In particular\, we will take our time together to read from Suhaiymah Manzoor-Khan’s Postcolonial Banter poetry collection. You can buy the ebook here or watch the author performing many of the poems online. The idea is that each meeting\, someone else will “host” by sharing a poem or poems of their choice\, which the group can then discuss. As previously\, we will adopt some methods of The Circle Way\, to try to share the work of organising this meetup. \n\n\n\nEmail hello [at] aequa.cc if you’d like us to already add your email to the calendar invite. URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/equity-reading-circle-poetry-edition-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201119T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201119T193000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20201118T140024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201118T140025Z UID:2298-1605808800-1605814200@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:aequa Community Check-In #7 DESCRIPTION:18h / 6pm on Thursday\, November 19th \n\n\n\nFree to join – registration required:https://us02web.zoom.us/…/tZctce6pqT8rGdINE9f10JtoZWMWp… \n\n\n\nThis is our regular digital community meet up\, an online gathering focused on quick updates and taking care of each other. You are welcome to join from anywhere! \n\n\n\nOn this month’s agenda: \n\n\n\n* Movement warm-up by dance practitioner Sabina Moe – how to get rid of that computer neck!* Community members Alexandra and Kes on how to form a lockdown care-pod (based on the idea of affinity groups from direct action organising)* Upcoming events to care for each other through lockdown* Fundraising updates – how you can help save aequa CC http://www.aequa.cc/donate/ \n\n\n\nThis event is FREE and open to everyone with a collaborative\, open and respectful mindset. \n\n\n\n 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 to German or other languages into the chat box as we go\, please let us know.Register for the event here:https://us02web.zoom.us/…/tZctce6pqT8rGdINE9f10JtoZWMWp… \n\n\n\nPlease download Zoom ahead of the meeting:https://zoom.us/download#client_4meeting \n\n\n\nTHIS IS FOR YOU IF: \n\n\n\n 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 \n\n\n\nMUTUAL RESPECT \n\n\n\nWe 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. URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/aequa-community-check-in-7/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201115T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201129T180000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20201018T105959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201018T110000Z UID:2196-1605463200-1606672800@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Auction for aequa! DESCRIPTION:It’s auction time! \n\n\n\n2020 has been one hell of a year to open a community centre. While we struggle with financial crisis and pandemic shut-downs\, while we work endlessly to keep our doors open\, what gives us hope is the community that is building\, maintaining and growing aequa. This project has been deeply collective from the outset and we couldn’t have made it this far without all our beautiful community members showing up every day in a thousand different ways.As we expand our call for community support with a crowdfunder (coming soon)\, we’re excited to also launch ‘Auction for aequa’\, an online auction to raise funds to keep the doors of our community centre in Wedding\, Berlin open. \n\n\n\nJoin the auction from Sunday 15th November to Sunday 29th November in this facebook group – and get ready to bid on some gorgeous community-donated items and services. You’ll find a full explanation of how the auction works in the group. \n\n\n\nIf you’d like to donate items or services to the auction\, fill in this form and we’ll add your item to the auction.Thank you as always for all your community spirit. We’re so grateful to be in this adventure with you.your aequa team URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/auction-for-aequa/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201111T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201111T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20201109T162502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201109T162502Z UID:2284-1605121200-1605128400@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Critical Masculinity Reading Group - #04 DESCRIPTION:This Wednesday we’re hosting the next edition of our Critical Masculinity Reading Group.While we normally like to meet in person at the aequa Community Centre in Wedding\, due to social distancing rules we’re hosting our meetings online for the time being. Please contact hello@aequa.cc before 18:30 on November 10th if you want the link to join us. The discussion will be in English. \n\n\n\nThis week\, we’ll be discussing the first half of JJ Bola’s “Mask Off: Masculinity Redefined.” Let us know if you’re interested in joining but need help getting the text. \n\n\n\n__ \n\n\n\nEvent info from the organisers: \n\n\n\nIn 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. \n\n\n\n__ \n\n\n\nIn our first meeting\, we made a decision together that we will not tolerate racism\, cis-sexism\, ableism\, ageism\, classism\, homophobia\, transphobia\, xenophobia or other hateful opinions or behaviours. We avoid making assumptions about others in the group and while sharing our experiences we strive to respond with care and empathy.If you can\, please consider supporting aequa on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aequa URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/critical-masculinity-reading-group-04/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201111T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201111T203000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20201015T102912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T102912Z UID:2173-1605121200-1605126600@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Equity Reading Circle - poetry edition DESCRIPTION:You can join this meetup in person or via online video.The Equity Reading 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. \n\n\n\nWe 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. \n\n\n\nSince Wednesday\, October 14\, we decided as a group that we would like to focus on quarter on co-reading poetry on these topics. In particular\, we will take our time together to read from Suhaiymah Manzoor-Khan’s Postcolonial Banter poetry collection. You can buy the ebook here or watch the author performing many of the poems online. The idea is that each meeting\, someone else will “host” by sharing a poem or poems of their choice\, which the group can then discuss. As previously\, we will adopt some methods of The Circle Way\, to try to share the work of organising this meetup. \n\n\n\nEmail hello [at] aequa.cc if you’d like us to already add your email to the calendar invite. URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/equity-reading-circle-poetry-edition-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201030T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201030T203000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20201020T091653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201020T091653Z UID:2198-1604086200-1604089800@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:The Left and the US Presidential Election DESCRIPTION:NOTE: only a very limited number of places are available at aequa\, but this meeting will be livestreamed \n\n\n\nJoint meeting with DSA Berlin.The Left is offered two unappealing choices in the upcoming US Presidential election: a right-wing authoritarian in Trump and a centrist Democrat in Biden. Is removing Trump from office the primary political imperative? Or should Biden’s record—supporting austerity\, overseas interventions\, and refusing to ban fracking—rule out any left-wing support for him? This meeting will examine the dilemma facing socialists in November\, discuss arguments in favor and against each option\, and explore alternate forms of political action to fight for progressive change after the election.This meeting will be livestreamed\, and there is limited opportunity to view the meeting live. Please send an e-mail to lag.internationals@die-linke-berlin.de for information about coming to the live event. \n\n\n\nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/998580087322384/ URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/the-left-and-the-us-presidential-election/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201028T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20201028T203000 DTSTAMP:20260405T230354 CREATED:20201015T102828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T102829Z UID:2171-1603911600-1603917000@space.aequa.cc SUMMARY:Equity Reading Circle - poetry edition DESCRIPTION:You can join this meetup in person or via online video.The Equity Reading 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. \n\n\n\nWe 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. \n\n\n\nSince Wednesday\, October 14\, we decided as a group that we would like to focus on quarter on co-reading poetry on these topics. In particular\, we will take our time together to read from Suhaiymah Manzoor-Khan’s Postcolonial Banter poetry collection. You can buy the ebook here or watch the author performing many of the poems online. The idea is that each meeting\, someone else will “host” by sharing a poem or poems of their choice\, which the group can then discuss. As previously\, we will adopt some methods of The Circle Way\, to try to share the work of organising this meetup. \n\n\n\nEmail hello [at] aequa.cc if you’d like us to already add your email to the calendar invite. URL:https://space.aequa.cc/event/equity-reading-circle-poetry-edition/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR