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:
Osakaya Okonomiyaki (Japanese street food)
Prawn Thai Food
La Raclette
Georges Kebab Greek Treats
Barista in Wheels (coffee, tea, hot chocolates, and chai lattes)
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!