Join Us for “Black, Queer, & Young" in collaboration with the Young Westminster Foundation
Date: Wednesday, 8th October
Time: 5:00–7:00 PM
Location: Westminster City Archives, 10 St Ann's Street, at the end of the small alley, London, SW1P 2DF
Black, Queer & Young spotlights the powerful voices of Janelle Brown and Kiki in conversation with Elysse Chloe Graves from the Westminster Youth Foundation. These proudly Black and queer artists share their journeys, exploring the barriers they’ve faced, how they’ve navigated them, and the moments when identity becomes an asset.
Programme
5:00–5:30 PM: Welcome & Introduction
5:30–6:00 PM: Black, Queer & Young — Janelle Brown and Kiki in conversation with Elysse Chloe Graves
6:00–6:30 PM: Q&A Session
6:30–6:45 PM: Networking & Socialising
This Westminster Creative Social event has been kindly funded by Community Events Fund | Westminster City Council.
Bios
Kiki is a photographer, art director, and creative strategist with 5 years of marketing experience. As the founder of a bold digital magazine, she explores identity, culture, and innovation. She speaks on creativity, brand storytelling, and digital strategy, inspiring audiences to merge artistic vision with impactful marketing.
Please visit Just Camp Enough on Instagram: @justcampenough
Elysse Chloe Graves is a youth worker and workforce development within Westminster. She has a background in Theatre and Community development and is passionate about platform voices and connecting through shared passions and values. She’s also the Membership Manager - Workforce Development for Young Westminster Foundation.
For more information, please visit: www.youngwestminster.com
Join us to hear these compelling stories, challenge the prevailing narratives, and engage in meaningful discussion. Enjoy wine, snacks, and refreshments throughout the evening as you listen, learn, and connect with lovely people in a welcoming space. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate our history and be part of the conversation!
Lorenzo Belenguer is the Westminster Creative Social founder and curator for the Westminster LGBT+ Forum.
We also keep spaces for Forum members who can attend at the last minute. Also you can RSVP to wlgbtcf@gmail.com if you prefer rather than using the Outsavvy booking system.
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Support Our Event: To make these events accessible to all, we offer free tickets to those facing financial difficulties. However, if you’re able, we kindly ask for contributions to help cover the costs of organising this event, which totals around £225 (including £100 for administration and promotion, £75 for drinks, refreshments, and snacks, and £50 each for the speakers’ contributions). Your support is greatly appreciated. Every donation helps us create safe, inclusive spaces and amplify LGBTQ+ voices. Support our work by donating via our SumUp/Card link, or email wlgbtcf@gmail.com for bank transfer details.
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Access: From the street, wheelchair users should be aware there is a downward gradient that leads to a level entrance. The event will take place in the ground floor. There is level access to an accessible toilet.
Westminster City Archives are located on 10 St Ann's Street, London SW1P 2DE between Morrison Court on 12 St Ann’s Street and behind Abbey Community Centre on Great Smith Street. The entrance to the archives is to the right of Morrison Court and then down a short pathway on the left. Please note there is no access to the archives from Great Smith Street. The what 3 words locations is ///tender.fault.ticket. If you are experiencing difficulties finding us please call Westminster Archives on 020 7641 5180.
Acknowledgments: A huge thank you to our supporters and collaborators; this event wouldn't be possible without you.