(Dis)comfort
Elderly individuals from queer communities can often feel discomfort in their body. This is because they have difficulty finding clothing in shops that fits their (male-born) narrow hips and broad shoulders.
Psychology
Whenever possible, I invited older queer people to wear the design during the exhibitions and share their story with the public. In this safe space, I was able to promote social exchange and visibility for them.
Design
Whenever possible, I invited older people to the exhibitions and talks to wear the garments and share their story with the public. In this safe space, I facilitated social exchanges between the different groups.
Public outreach
Exhibitions (selection): Dutch Design Week (2016), Solos, Connect[ed] (2016), Design Academy Eindhoven (2016), Jerusalem Design Week, (2018).
Talks (selection): Amsterdam Museum (Speaker of round table), Jungle (International Transgender Night Amsterdam), Volkshotel (PechaKucha Amsterdam X Manifesta).
Publications (selection): Het Parool (interview newspaper), In need of (book), Timeout (interview newspaper), TransMagazine (interview magazine), Mest Kunstloc Brabant (interview for article).
Related projects
Short film on gender diversity and qualitative research.
Evening symposium on gender diversity and multiperspectivity.