About the Event

Welcome to Boorloo's first-ever Disability Pride Fest!

Created by the disabled community, for the disabled community.

Saturday 27th July 2024

Edith Cowan University, Mt Lawley + Online

What you can expect

Panels

Discussions on Disability Justice, Intergenerational Advocacy, Exploring Interdependence and Disability and Sexuality. Featuring esteemed disability advocates such as Senator Jordon Steele-John and Human Rights Lawyer Catia Malaquias.

Art Exhibition

Explore the theme of Disabled Joy through a range of works by Disabled artists and participate in an interactive work. Opened by Children’s Author & Illustrator, Sarah Pollard. 

Markets

Featuring Disabled creatives, artists, and entrepreneurs - come peruse our Disabled Markets! Featuring creatives such as Carla Adams and the Stop Being Boring Shop! 

Food Vendors

We'll have a selection of food vendors available from 11am to 3pm, including:  

After Dark (18+)

The night is still young... Stay back for Disability After Dark, featuring beats from DJ Rescue Dog, a panel discussion on sexuality and Disability, and live performances from Boorloo's Disabled Drag artists Rita Lynne and Miss Phoria! 

Schedule

10am Festival open: Acknowledgement of Country & Welcome!

10:30 Art exhibition open: Artist Chat by children's book author Sarah Pollard. 

Markets open. Low-sensory time until midday (12pm). 

11am Panel: Disability Justice. 

12pm Relaxed activity: Communal Zine-making. 

1pm Panel: Intergenerational Advocacy. 

2:30 Panel: Exploring Interdependence. 

3:30 Relaxed activity: Mindful Movement with Patrick Gunasekera. 

4pm After Dark registration (18+)

4:30 Panel: Disability & Sexuality. 

5:30 Live performances: Rita Lynne & Miss Phoria. 

Join the event online!

Perth Disability Pride Fest is a hybrid event - come in-person, or join us online via Discord!