Intersex Awareness Day Documentary Screening & Discussion

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All Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Join us for a screening and discussion in honor of October’s Intersex Awareness Day! The MRKH Intersex Organization, Boston City Councilor At-Large Henry Santana, District 5 City Councilor Enrique Pépen, and BPL Roslindale are proud to co-host a special screening of the acclaimed documentary Every Body. This compelling film shares the incredibly personal journeys of three intersex individuals who have transformed childhoods shadowed by shame, secrecy, and non-consensual surgeries into vibrant, thriving adulthoods. Following the screening, we invite you to participate in a discussion led by Esther Leidolf, founder of the Jamaica Plain MRKH Organization and intersex activist. Esther will delve deeper into the themes of the film and share insights from their book, Not Uncommon, Just Unheard Of. Schedule of Events: 1 pm - 1:20 pm Community Connection & Networking 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Documentary Screening of Every Body 3:15 pm - 4 pm Discussion & Resource sharing Don't miss this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding, engage in meaningful dialogue, and show your support for the intersex community. About the Facilitator: Esther Leidolf is a semi-retired carpenter and medical sociologist with a background in public health data management. Their essays have been published internationally, and Esther has appeared in a number of documentaries, including the award-winning Intersexion. Esther currently works as a consultant on federal and local levels, hoping to make their experience and community less “unheard of.” Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department listed in the "Contact Info" pane on the right. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.