T4T Spaces: OPEN Panel Talk

What do we, as trans people, need in order to thrive? OPEN: Collective Care is all about that question. Too often, conversations about trans communities focus only on survival, safety and crisis.

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While those issues are deeply important, there’s so much more to life. Let’s shift the conversation to how trans communities can actually thrive, not just survive.

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Four speakers, each with a unique background, will share practical insights. How do we show up for one another? How do we create safe spaces? How do we find happiness? Together, we’ll explore a range of topics from mental and physical health to creative expression and community care.

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Whether you want to speak, listen or simply be present, you’re invited. Get your free ticket and be part of this important conversation.

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The discussion leader tonight is Micha Adarian and the panel members are Umay Deren, Lionel Deul, Bappie Kortram and Anaya Rahimi.

Umay Deren

Umay Deren Akpınar (she/her) is a 23-year-old Turkish trans woman from Istanbul. She fled to the Netherlands in January in search of safety, freedom, and the chance to rebuild her life.

Lionel Deul

Lionel Deul (he/him) is a community organiser and proud member of the Dutch ballroom scene. His focus lies in making spaces for BIPOC trans people, specifically transmasculine individuals, and being a voice for the multiplicity of the trans experience.

Anaya Rahimi

Anaya Rahimi (she/her) is a human rights activist, actor, and stand-up comedian from Pakistan, widely recognized for her work with multinational companies and in the HIV sector.

Bappie Kortram

Bappie (he/him) also known as Tranye West is just a random trans, Black, and fat body-positive influencer who blends art, activism, and fashion. Through modeling, campaigns, events, and humor, he’s reshaping narratives around gender, size, race, and what it means to be "just a dude.” His Instagram is a vibrant space of authenticity - showing that masculinity and queerness, comfort, style and just being a little goofy can coexist beautifully.

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This meeting is exclusively for transgender people.