Home in My Body

Designed for queer migrants and allies, this circle explores body anatomy, self-expression, and collaboration through movement, writing, and dance. Inspired by Lebanese and Egyptian Raqs Sharqi circles, participants are invited to connect with their bodies, share their stories, and move together to the vibrant rhythms of the SWANA region in a supportive space free from judgment.

Eliane Eid is a Raqs Sharqi (belly dance) teacher and performer who integrates elements of jazz into her practice. She creates an inclusive environment for beginners and anyone seeking to reconnect with their bodies through expressive movement. With a background in Communication Arts and storytelling, she approaches dance as a path to self-awareness and confidence, emphasizing strong technical foundations, musicality, and respect for the cultural roots of the art form.

Queer Bridges: Forging connections and providing resources for LGBTQIA+ people with experiences of migration and/or displacement.

Queer people with experiences of migration and/or displacement in Berlin often face unique challenges in their daily lives that can limit their access to supportive communities and inclusive environments.

With the support of the Deutsche Fernsehlotterie Stiftung, we have developed the Queer Bridges program to overcome these barriers. We provide resources, networking and support in a welcoming environment for queer immigrants and refugees through our special program. Our goal is to foster a sense of belonging to the local LGBTQIA+ community, enabling smooth integration and an improved quality of life for queer folks with experiences of migration and/or displacement.

✅ Our Queer Bridges program will continue to evolve and we are always happy to hear about your needs. If you are interested, you can send us an e-mail to stay informed about further updates.

General Information
Participants: This workshop is for all who identify as LGBTQ+ and have experienced migration and/or displacement. If you don’t share these experiences but are interested in joining please reach out to us first to see if space is available. We ask that all participants respect the program’s core focus and contribute to fostering an open respectful space.
Registration: This event has limited spots available. Registration through our website is therefore required.
Language: English
Cost: The event is free of charge.