GALA - Queer Archive

Today we honour the courage of the young people who stood up against injustice on 16 June 1976 and changed the course of South African history.
The student uprisings that began in Soweto sparked a nationwide movement for freedom, dignity, and equal education. Among those inspired to take action were Simon Nkoli and Zackie Achmat, whose experiences during the uprising ignited lifelong commitments to anti-apartheid activism, LGBTQIA+ rights, and HIV/AIDS justice.
As we commemorate Youth Day, we remember not only the voices that were heard, but also the stories that were never documented. Their courage lives on in our collective memory, reminding us that young people have always been at the forefront of social change.

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1 DAY TO GO UNTIL SALON KEWPIE:THE LEGACY BALL

Salon Kewpie, in collaboration with District Six Museum and GALA Q***r Archive, proudly invites you to Kewpie’s Birthday Ball - a celebration of legacy, love, and unapologetic expression.

Get your tickets here: https://www.quicket.co.za/events/361407-salon-kewpie-the-legacy-ball-2026/?fbclid=IwY2xjawRNvUhleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFRYzNhRmFXdVNHNWhkbmRLc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHgtXhV9cZCP3aNo0orn2kg2gIJIsw6DTsCwdUABP4MIwqe1fjf7Vdd9Erl24_aem_I9y1thM7Wms25u-f9hs4cA #/

Tickets will also be available at the door!

NOTICE OF TEMPORARY VENUE CHANGE FOR TRANS AND GENDER-DIVERSE SUPPORT GROUP

The next support group meeting will be taking place on the 22nd of April 2026 at the University of Witswatersrand (main campus). Non-Wits personnel must have a form of identification (ID, passport or license) to access the campus.

Sessions will resume at GALA Q***r Archive Library on the 6th of May. Contact [email protected] to RSVP.