Online panel discussion & online cabaret performance. The rise of right-wing political parties and ideologies all over the world in the last few decades has come along with a backlash against feminism and queer rights. Public rhetoric in general has increasingly (re-)politicized queer identities, rights, and representation. These dynamics are not restricted to the US, but also manifest themselves in Europe and Germany. Together, our experts will analyze the relationship between the rise of right-wing ideologies and queer rights in the US and Germany today.
Michaela Dudley is an African-American transgender woman living in Berlin, known for her activism in LGBTQ rights. She is a cabaret artist, author, actress, journalist, and lawyer (Juris Dr.) and will join this eveing online.
Prof. Dr. Katrin Horn teaches at the University of Greifswald. Her research explores gender, queerness, and cultural narratives, with a focus on how LGBTQI+ identities are portrayed in literature and media.
Ted Richthofen – originally from Denver, CO – received his Masters in American Studies at the University of Tübingen, and is about to defend his PhD in American Studies at the University of Bonn. Ted is majorly interested in anti-discrimination activism and has participated in several groups and initiatives both in the USA and in Germany. As a transgender man, he aims to humanize queer people, one conversation at a time.
The panel discussion will be moderated by Prof. Dr. Astrid Franke, University of Tübingen.
In English
Location: online via Zoom. Register here: www.dai-tuebingen.de/pride
Admission: free
In cooperation with the Center for Gender and Diversity Research and the Alumni Relations Office in the context of Pride Month 2025.
