A Place Where I Belong Victoria Screening

Victoria folks, please join us for this documentary screening. Entrance is by donation, which also means it can be free. Everyone is welcome.There will be a post screening Q&A discussion with local experts and filmmakers. This event is hosted by Community Living BC’s South Island Community Council.

Synopsis

Facing a system that does not fully see them as human, six 2SLGBTQIA+ people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (I/DD) work to be seen, to love, and to be free through Connecting Queer* Communities, a bold program that is at risk of ending. Through CQC, the participants find safety and support while learning about their sexual feelings and gender identity. People with I/DD are often left out of queer communities because caregivers may feel uncomfortable with their sexuality, and they are often kept apart from society, which limits their chances to understand and express their queer identity. CQC shows how inclusion can change lives and helps create a world where everyone can find a place they belong.

*Queer is a word some people use to describe themselves if their feelings, gender, or who they love is different from what society expects. It can include people who are gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, non-binary, and others.

Our panelists will be announced as they are confirmed.

6:30pm – Doors open

7:00pm – Film starts

8:00pm – Panel Discussion with director Rheanna Toy and members of the film

The STORY TO ACTION program would like to thank our funders for making this event possible.