In this episode, we have Surya Paasch, the PR and Social Media Manager at Biwoc Rising, a coworking space in Berlin known for being Germany’s and Europe’s first intersectional work and social club. Biwoc Rising focuses on empowering trans, non-binary, black, indigenous, and people of color communities.
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Surya explains that Biwoc Rising creates a “safer space” within the coworking environment where individuals feel respected and free from discrimination and oppression. The concept of a “safer space” involves active learning, unlearning, and accountability from the community members.
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Biwoc Rising actively involves its community in shaping its Code of Conduct and policies to ensure inclusivity and safety for everyone.
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Surya then delves into the concept of intersectionality, which explores how systems of oppression based on race, gender, sexuality, disability, and class intersect and reinforce each other.
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Biwoc Rising aims to achieve intersectional justice by providing an equal and fair distribution of rights, opportunities, and power to marginalized groups.
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Surya highlights the need for coworking spaces to be more inclusive and diverse, actively involving people from marginalized communities in decision-making and planning.
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It emphasizes the importance of going beyond announcements and truly inviting and welcoming people from diverse backgrounds to foster a sense of belonging and safety.
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