
Iranian & Bangladeshi Queer Lives Under Criminalisation
Wed 21 Jan
|Westminster City Archives
Join us for an eye-opening evening of stories, resilience, and community care.


Time & Location
21 Jan 2026, 17:00 – 19:00
Westminster City Archives, 10 St Ann's St, London SW1P 2DE, UK
About the event
Join us for an eye-opening evening of stories, resilience, and community care. Iranian & Bangladeshi Queer Lives Under Criminalisation brings together two leading voices from criminalised LGBTQ+ communities to reflect on identity, activism, and survival in the face of systemic oppression. An inspiring and urgent conversation not to be missed.
Programme 5:00–5:30 PM: Welcome & Introduction 5:30–6:00 PM: “Iranian & Bangladeshi Queer Lives Under Criminalisation" discussion by Mazharul Islam and Mazyar Shirali 6:00–6:30 PM: Q&A Session 6:30–6:45 PM: Networking & Socialising
Free/donation tickets here https://www.outsavvy.com/event/30542/iranian-bangladeshi-queer-lives-under-criminalisation
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