In "Reclaiming World Building," Mx. Yaffa explores identity, resistance, and utopian creation against the backdrop of the Palestinian struggle. Addressing the ongoing genocide and the century-long history of displacement, Yaffa emphasizes art's role in societal transformation and pathways to support queer and trans Palestinians.

Featuring poetry from "Blood Orange," written post-October 7th events, the session offers insights into genocide, displacement, and hope. Attendees can engage in a Q&A and purchase a signed book.

Registration is required for attendance.

Yaffa (They/She) is an acclaimed disabled, autistic, trans, queer, Muslim, and indigenous Palestinian who has received multiple awards for their transformative work around displacement, decolonization, equity, and centering the lived experiences of individuals most impacted by injustice. Yaffa is the Executive Director of Muslim Alliance for Sexual and Gender Diversity (MASGD), as well as the founder of several non-profits and community projects. Yaffa is an engineer, death and birthing doula, peer support specialist, and artist. @yaffasutopia

S. Maham Rizvi (she/they), cocurator of La La Lil Jidar collective, will be in discussion with Yaffa. La La Lil Jidar is a Palestinian and Solidarity Arts Collective based in West Philly.