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Maria: “I have the right to marry, too”

Tired of the war? We all are, nevertheless people in Ukraine have no choice but to deal with the situation. As a vulnerable group, queer people have a particularly hard time. We help with your donations! We regularly ask LGBTIQ* how they are coping with the war and ask them...

Munich Kyiv Cabaret: This is edition XXL

Our charity drag show is back - this time in an oversized version. Ten drag artists, burlesque stars and well-known singers will be performing for a good cause at the Drehleier Theatre on 2 November. They are all waiving their fees; the ticket prices will benefit queer war victims in...

Be a Super Hero: Join us for the Pride March!

Once again, to show solidarity with our queer friends in Ukraine fighting Russian aggression, Munich Kyiv Queer & Friends are invited to walk in the front forming the huge Ukrainian column. We are so grateful to the organisers!

“Every day brings greater self-awareness”

Anastasia, a 25-year-old feminist and pansexual individual, recounts her experiences during the full-scale invasion in Lviv. Alongside her friends, she engaged in various humanitarian efforts, aiding those affected by the conflict. They navigated the challenges of fleeing to Poland and Germany, facing overcrowded trains and uncertainty. In Germany, Anastasia found...

Queer Quiz. Score with your queer knowledge

Which sportswoman dared to come out during her career? When did the first Pride take place in Berlin? How many times has Ukraine won the ESC? Three of 50 questions that we will be asking you on 21 June in the Lesbian-queer centre LeZ, via pictures, text, audio and video....

Munich Kyiv Extravaganza

The queer cabaret show from Ukraine! Immerse yourself in a world of glitz and glamour! Samantha Jackson, Bavaria’s first Ukrainian drag queen, the magician Markus Laymann and our special guest Pasta Parisa invite you to an evening with breathtaking performances by drag artists, singers and musicians! A unique fusion of...

Samantha Jackson. Foto: Nina Ace Arts

Those tempered at daybreak: LGBTQ* eyewitness reports of the war in Ukraine

30 stories, 30 fates. Portraits and stories of 30 LGBTQ* people from the south of Ukraine during the war. Exhibition at the Lesbian-Queer Centre LeZ from 24 May to 16 June; opening on 24 May.

A Letter From the Front Lines

Petro Zherukha, a 27-year-old cisgender bisexual soldier, shares his journey amidst the chaos of war. Despite the dangers, Petro bravely confronts his identity, proudly displaying an LGBTIQ* chevron on his uniform to challenge discrimination and seek acceptance within the ranks. His story exemplifies resilience in the face of adversity. Our...

Petro Zherukha sitzt an einem Schreibtisch.

“The war has made me indifferent to death”

Diana, a 24-year-old lesbian working at a pharmacy, recounts the onset of a full-scale invasion in her city. What begins as a routine day quickly spirals into chaos as panicked crowds flood the store, stocking up on supplies amidst the uncertainty of war. Amidst the frenzy, Diana’s initial disbelief gives...

Two years of war! That’s what we have achieved so far

Since the start of the war, Munich Kyiv Queer has collected over 200,000 euros in donations for queer war victims in Ukraine and helped refugees to start a new life in Germany. Solidarity with Ukraine is unbroken – at least in Munich. Since 24 February 2022, we, who have been...