“What’s the Tea?” is a series of events designed by and for trans* and queer individuals to share their personal stories, inspirations, aspirations, and creative work. Centered around the concept of storytelling, the event draws on the slang term “tea” – meaning to share truth or gossip – to create a space where participants spill their own experiences and insights. Themes of transitoriness and transformation are woven through the narratives, highlighting moments that shape identity, creativity, and community. With a focus on “trans*stories” and “transitorities,” the event invites participants to engage in the transient nature of inspiration and self-expression from the guests.
“What’s the Tea?” is conceived by Faris Cucchi, Mzamo Nondlwana and Pêdra Costa and organized by VBKÖ.
What's the Tea? #3 with Danne Aro Belmont
Friday, May 30th, 2025 at 18:00
Location: VBKÖ (Maysedergasse 2/28, 4th floor, 1010 Wien)
Danne Aro Belmont is a passionate Colombian trans activist and the executive director of the GAAT Foundation. She has dedicated her life to defending LGBTIQ+ rights, working tirelessly to ban conversion practices in Colombia—practices of which she is herself a survivor. Her testimony has moved people beyond statistics, connecting them with the lived experiences that fuel this legal struggle. In 2024, the slogan for the LGBTIQ+ marches in 19 cities across Colombia was #NadaQueCurar (Nothing to Cure).
The Trans Action and Support Group Foundation (GAAT) is a community-based social organization founded in 2008. It promotes and defends the human rights and full citizenship of people with trans life experiences and their support networks in Colombia.
#NadaQueCurar – PASIONARIA
This documentary shares the testimonies of various LGBTIQ+ people who have survived conversion practices in Colombia. Through Danne’s story, struggles, affections, and acts of resistance intertwine, affirming the freedom to be and to flourish.