Qagaar - IIT Roorkee

Do you have a strong passion for contributing to solving the long unaddressed issues of the q***r community? Do you feel out-of-place and need a community to support and understand you? Do you consider yourself an ally and want to create a difference?

Qagaar, IIT Roorkee creates a safe space for members of the LGBTQIA+ community and fosters a healthy, supportive atmosphere on campus. Come to our intro talk to understand how we function and who we are looking for.

Date: 16 Feb 2022, Wednesday
Time: 07:00 PM
Venue: Qagaar Open Discord (Link in Bio)

At Qagaar, we ensure we create a safe space. If you ever feel like talking to someone or are just in need of a friendly hug, feel free to reach out to us.

Qagaar in collaboration with Photography Section IIT Roorkee is organising a pride themed based photography competition. To participate, submit your entry based on the theme "LGBTQIA+ Pride" on the link given below by 13th June and win a chance to be featured on Photography Section, IIT Roorkee and Qagaar's Instagram.

https://forms.gle/qVbDwDC6vYhAhA1b6

DM us or the Photography section for any queries.

The United Nations Free & Equal campaign presented the first-ever Bollywood music video for gay rights in 2014. The idea was that everyone should be welcomed into their family's hearts, regardless of their sexual orientation. Check it out!

The Welcome - United Nations Free & Equal The United Nations Free & Equal campaign presents the first-ever Bollywood music video for gay rights, featuring Bollywood actress and UN Equality Champion C...

Another prime example of Bollywood misrepresentation of q***r people.

You've still got some time to register, do it soon!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/10S0ZcMuxt5vIdjj6FyANuOrSIQ7BmutXTzLko5J28E0/viewform?edit_requested=true

Qagaar (Q***r and Gender Advancement Alliance Roorkee) aims to amplifies q***r voices, spread awareness and make their concerns heard which have been unaddressed for a long time.
We're looking for volunteers to expand our team and to further propagate awareness and acceptance. We're keen on taking first yearites but students from all years are free to register and apply. Fill out the form attached to register yourself for the process and we'll contact you soon!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/10S0ZcMuxt5vIdjj6FyANuOrSIQ7BmutXTzLko5J28E0/viewform?edit_requested=true

Let us say goodbye to common myths on bisexuality!

Respecting someone’s pronouns can go a long way in our efforts to embrace each other’s unique identities. We bring to you a guide on the usage of pronouns and common misconceptions around them.

Beacons of hope for a better and more inclusive society!

“Familiarity reveals that homosexuals are just as human—and humdrum—as heterosexuals. It is easy to demonise the imaginary gay people depicted in a brimstone sermon; but much harder to fear the le***an actuaries next door, or the gay dads cheering their daughter’s softball team.”

“Even in countries where a majority remains hostile, change is coming. The proportion of Indians who said that gay people should be accepted rose from 15% in 2013 to 37% last year. “

As more gay people come out, tolerance will spread Though in some countries to be open is still to risk death