As National Women's History Month comes to a close, it's important to reflect on the significance of this month for queer women. While it's great to have a dedicated month to celebrate and recognize women's contributions to society, there's a question of whether it's enough.
During an interview on Queer News Tonight by Fay, Sydney and Jessica shared their thoughts on the matter. Sydney pointed out that while there are events and celebrations during Women's History Month, it's crucial to ensure that they're informative and celebratory of all women, including non-binary and trans individuals. She shared her experience of hosting a comedy show at the Brooklyn Museum, which was a great event that resonated with people from all walks of life.
Jessica echoed Sydney's sentiment and added that the event needs to be more diverse in terms of highlighting women. She acknowledged that there has been progress, but there's still a long way to go. Jessica also pointed out that women need to take control and create their spaces for representation.
The conversation also highlighted the importance of humor in teaching and bringing people together. Humor is a powerful tool that can help people understand complex issues without even realizing it.
The conversation ended with a shoutout to Allison, who has been a champion for women's representation in the LGBTQ+ community for over 20 years. Allison's tenacity and willingness to create space for women in a male-dominated environment have been a game-changer. The conversation was a reminder that we need more people like Allison, who are willing to stand up and make a difference.
In conclusion, National Women's History Month is significant for queer women, but there's still much work to be done to ensure that it's inclusive, informative, and celebratory of all women. It's important to continue creating spaces for representation and to support and uplift women who are doing the work.
