Introduction
TIERs IDAHOT day tagged "freedom of Expression" will be a showcase of selected activities used to depict the negativity of homophobia and promote acceptance in society. TIERs is delighted to express this through art and other forms of creativity.
Activities
Book Reading: Jude Dibia's Walking with Shadows
Ebele Njoko had survived a forlorn and poignant childhood, concealing a secret he could not explain and craving the love and approval of his parents. Years later he reinvents himself and is now known and respected as Adrian Njoko, father, husband, brother, and mentor. One phone call and his life as he knows it is changed forever. In coming to terms with his dark secret Adrian is forced to choose between keeping his family or accepting a life of possible loneliness and rejection.
Movie Screening: Bashment
J.J. (Joel Dommett) is on the cusp of wowing the crowds and winning the Urban Slam finals with his lyrical prowess. However, not only is he white, he's also from the countryside, and furthermore, he's gay - three things that don't mix well in London's outlaw urban music scene. After outing himself on stage and falling foul of rivals, the Illford Illmaniacs, the savage beating of his boyfriend Orlando (Marcus Kai) changes all their lives forever as adversity forces them to tackle their own perceptions of sexuality, race, and class in ways they could never have imagined.
Talk Show on Societal Acceptance and Internal Homophobia
The talk show will focus on the message of the movie "Bashment" and the general perception of homosexuality in the Nigerian context. The show will feature guests with different perceptions of the acceptance of gay individuals in Nigeria and discuss ways through which acceptance of such sexual minorities can be best achieved in Nigerian society. The show aims to provide an informal platform for effective participation and enable discussions on the contemporary situations faced by LGBTI persons in Nigeria.
Make a Donation
If you would like to support AMSHeR's initiatives, you can make a donation by visiting their official Twitter account or Facebook page. By donating, you will contribute to the promotion of acceptance and the fight against homophobia.
Conclusion
TIERs IDAHOT day special on May 16, 2014, is an opportunity to highlight the importance of freedom of expression and the need for acceptance of diverse sexual orientations. Through diverse activities ranging from book readings to movie screenings and a talk show, this event aims to challenge societal perceptions and foster a more inclusive society. Join TIERs in this celebration of diversity and support the cause of promoting acceptance in Nigeria.
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