During Pride, The Social Hub will transform into The Pride Hub as a proud host of University Pride. During the week you can join lectures and masterclasses on all types of LGBTQIA+ topics.

1 August at 17:00 –  Let’s go lesbians! (in Dutch)

In this talk, Annefleur Schipper and Vera Siemons from the podcast 'de Lesbian Liga' will take you through the history of queer pop culture in an hour's time. With their sharp anecdotes and dry humour, they shine a light on queer representation in all kinds of media. Why are so many lesbian movies costume dramas set in the countryside in the 19th century? And why do so many queer characters die at the end? That has to change. But how? LET'S GO LESBIANS! Reserve a spot.

2 August at 16:00 – A conversation with Haroon Ali (in Dutch)

Join Haroon Ali in this conversation as he dives into his personal journey during his student years, being bi-cultural & queer and the LGBTQIA+ issues of today and tomorrow. Reserve a spot.

2 August at 17:00 – Introduction to ballroom with House of Vineyard

We'll begin this lecture by watching Otherland, a brief documentary that explores the life of Father Elly Vineyard, diving into his roots and his freedom. Following the screening, we will embark on an in-depth exploration of ballroom culture, with plenty of room for questions. Concluding the lecture, we have an exciting workshop led by Elly Vineyard, where we can all embrace the art of vogue; let’s get our vogue on! Reserve a spot.

3 August at 16:30 – Creating an AI rainbow code (in English)

Jimena Lara is a Costa Rican Communication Science student at the University of Amsterdam (UvA) who has interests in both the field of Artificial Intelligence and Gender Studies. From a critical point of view, she introduces what AI violence is, and unmasks how the dark code behind these machines is a big threat to the queer community. Can a machine be homophobic? How can we protect the LGBTQIA+ community in a fast-paced digital society? How much progress have researchers done in this field? Join Jimena for a 20-min talk where she breaks down what algorithmic violence against the LGBTQIA+ community means, and proposes a research agenda for this new field of study that needs our input. In order to create a rainbow code for these machines, we need the interests of many. Reserve a spot.

3 August at 17:00 – The war on sex (in English)

During this lecture, Dr. Michael Hunklinger will talk about the current polarization of-, and the backlash on LGBTQIA+ politics. Get ready for a historical overview of the fight for LGBTQIA+ rights and talk about the political dimensions of activism, participation and citizenship. The lecture will have an emancipatory approach and tells the story about how queer activism is changing, evolving and how to really make a difference. Reserve a spot.

4 August at 17:00 – LGBTQ&A (in Dutch)

Amsterdam's ROC students engage in insightful conversations with prominent LGBTQIA+ figures about personal struggles and achievements. What did you run into yourself? And above all: what tips do you have for the new generation? Afterwards, there will be room for questions from the audience. Reserve a spot.