📵🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ Queer (& Friends) Digital Detox Hangout
Queer Unplugged is a movement toward mindful tech use, deeper community, and radical self-care.
We host phone-free, in-person events designed to help LGBTQIA+ people to
Disconnect from screens to reduce digital overwhelm
Reconnect authentically with yourself and others through workshops, music, art, nature, and other immersive experiences
Celebrate queerness without the performative pressures of social media
June 22nd event PROGRAM:
🚪 15:00 - 15:20 - Arrival window > 🔐 Bye-bye phone (we'll keep it safe) > 🧸 Pick your cozy corner > 🧘♀️ Settle in
15:20 - 15:30
🎙️ A quick welcome + what to expect
(We promise it’s not a TED Talk)
15:30 - 16:45 (75min)
🫖 UNPLUGGED time
Read 📚, journal ✍️, draw 🎨, meditate 🧘, knit 🧶 or just stare into the void and vibe ✨
16:45 – 17:00 > short break
17:00 - 18.30 (90min) 🫶 SOCIAL time
Real convos, eye contact, maybe even some spontaneous friend-making 👀 or stay in your bubble.
QUEER TALENTS:
Art corner with Michel Mzzawi - learn how to draw and paint from a pro. We will provide the materials, but if you are interested in the specific medium, please bring it with you.
18:30 - 19:00
💭 Open floor reflections
How is it for you to part with your phone? Do you have tips or tricks to scroll less? Say something, share a feeling, or just nod meaningfully - all are welcome
19:00
📱 Reunite with your phone 😇 and have a peaceful night.
NOTE: Please bring with you a book, journal, crochet set, or whatever helps you connect with yourself during YOU TIME. We will also provide some crosswords, books, and drawing materials.
💶 Don’t forget to bring cash or physical card with you so you can pay for your drinks/snacks as you won’t have access to your phone till the end of the event.
🎟️ If you can't make it, please forward your ticket to a friend - we have no refund policy.