Two queer foreigner's guide to navigating the city of Zurich!
In this episode to Brian and Ben ask Micha Finkelstein - poster boy of Pride Zurich recent campaign to tell their visiting story. In particular, we examine on Micha's experience of a hate crime and how he fought back.
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Follow Micha at www.instagram.com/mister_micha
Looking for some fun on a Monday evening - the check out our good girl Evalyn's Eatdith's online drag show - "Evalyan Eatdith's Sh*t Show" - you can watch it on her twitch channel www.twitch.tv/evalyneatdith. The next episode is on the 6th of July at 9 pm CEST and then every second Monday
If you or someone you love has experienced a hate crime due to your sexual orientation or gender expression we recommend you call the police (117) and try to document some features of the attacker. You should also call the LGBT Helpline, even if you think you don’t need help or if the attack was already a from some time ago - as they register the cases. You can either call them via 0800 133 133 or send an email via www.lgbt-helpline.ch. Also, check out the Pink Cross who are working on a referendum to change the way hate crimes are reported. You can find more information and how to support them on their webpage - www.pinkcross.ch.
Have you recently been diagnosed with HIV or just want to talk to other people who also live with HIV? Checkpoint Zurich also offers Queer Plus - a space where you can meet with other people who have HIV and share experiences. You can find out more information on this service here: www.cpzh.ch/portfolio/queer-plus. Stay safe, stay informed and stay queer.