TransLash Guide to Harm Reduction for the Holidays


ESSENTIAL STRATEGIES FOR SAFER CELEBRATIONS AND INCLUSIVE SPACES

I am a Black trans woman, DJ, songwriter and performer, event producer, and experienced party girl. I immerse myself in the world of entertainment, hosting, and attending parties with equal zest.

And while there certainly are nightlife moments where we all move to the same electrifying beat, our individual experiences can vary wildly. Unfortunately, people can end up in some really unsafe situations.

Beyond the thrills of DJing or simply being the life of the party, these are the moments that truly define us off the dance floor: how do we show up for ourselves and each other even after the music stops? […]

Click here to read the full piece. This story was originally published by TransLash on December 22, 2023.