Weekly gatherings for LGBTQI+ folks in Brussels: a space to connect queers who are new and queers already rooted in the city.
Free workshops, sessions, and hangouts to learn something, share something, or just be around others.
Upcoming meet-ups
Upcoming meet-ups
Conversation: Our needs in participating in social & cultural life of Brussels
MAY 13
6:00PM - 8:00PM
Want to meet people and join activities but find it challenging? Let’s meet and talk about all kinds of barriers we face to participate in Belgium's social and cultural life.
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Did you want meet new people, participate in different activities? But you don't find it easy?! Join us for a conversation on the challenges you might face in cultural participation in Belgium. Let's come together and try to understand what’s missing, what’s needed and how we can re-imagine more open and accessible spaces together.
Why don't I participate?
What are accessibility barriers for me?
If I don't go to youth, cultural, queer spaces, why is that?
If you went to some of these spaces, but never went back, why was that?
Workshop: how to get our projects funded?
MAY 21
6:00PM - 8:00PM
For informal groups and individuals who want to create projects in human rights, arts, culture, or youth work.
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This workshop is for informal groups and individuals who want to create projects in human rights, arts, culture, or youth work but aren’t sure where to find funding. We’ll explore local and EU grants that are relatively easy to apply for, with accessible application forms. Whether you’re planning a one-time event, a creative project, or a grassroots initiative, this session will help you understand what’s out there and how to apply.
Workshop: Intro to Podcasting
JUNE 3
5:00PM - 8:00PM
Want to learn how to start a podcast and explore this digital media? Learn the basics, experiment with tools, and turn your ideas into audio stories.
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Curious about podcasting or digital media but not sure where to start? In partnership with Muntpunt’s Podcast Academy, this session introduces you to the essentials of podcasting—concept creation, recording, editing, and publishing. Whether you want to tell your story, explore new formats, or experiment with audio storytelling, this is a space to learn and practice. No prior experience needed, just bring your ideas!
Know Your Rights! w/ legal professional
JUNE 10
6:00PM - 8:00PM
Connect with a legal officer for clear and accurate information about international protection, what qualifies as a proof of the well-founded fear of persecution, or other things that are on your mind.
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Filmmaking: Getting Started in Belgium
JUNE 18
6:00PM - 8:00PM
New to Belgium and into filmmaking? Meet other queer filmmakers, learn how the industry works here, explore studying opportunities, and find out about different funding options for your projects.
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Just arrived in Belgium and wondering how to start — or continue — your filmmaking journey? This meet-up is for queer filmmakers, whether you're just exploring the field or already creating work. Connect with others who’ve navigated the local industry, from film school graduates to independent artists and employed filmmakers. Learn about different career and studying paths, funding opportunities, and practical steps to get involved in Belgium’s film scene. A space to ask questions, share experiences, and build community with fellow queers.
Conversation: Queer community at home
JUNE 28
6:00PM - 8:00PM
Conversing about how it is to be queer in different countries of the SWANA region.
This will be hosted in Antwerp (ExtraCity).
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Join us for a conversation where queers from different SWANA countries share their experiences of building community and support networks in our home countries. We will be chatting about how queer communities are finding each other, how we self organise, how we support each other, how we love, etc.
practical info
practical info
The space
De Grid is a space on the 5th floor of Muntpunt Library - Pl. de la Monnaie 6, 1000 Bruxelles
Each meet-up day, the space will be open at 11:00 AM. Feel free to come by for a coffee, hang out, and settle in before the activity begins.
How to get to De Grid
Travel ticket
For a free return travel ticket to Brussels ask your assistant or contact us.
Language
Meet-ups can have translators for your language — just mention it when you register!
