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Fri, 25 Apr, 2025 at 06:00 pm - Sun, 27 Apr, 2025 at 05:00 pm (GMT+08:00)
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72-13 Mohamed Sultan Road, Singapore, Singapore
The past few years have seen large strides in queer activism, particularly in terms of visibility and political traction. How have these translated into real terms for real queer people? What does progress from here on out look like?
Will we attempt to do the same, but more, and bigger? Is that sustainable?
This year at the IndigNation Conference 2025, we want to celebrate queer liberation through small acts.
In seeing the small as significant, what forms can “smallness” take? What is its impact on queer futures? Can smallness be more potent, is smallness more agile in responding to events?
How do we resist the seduction of access to power? Do we dream of being told we are good gays(™)? What even is a liberation concerned with approval?
Perhaps queer liberation is nourished in the mundane: how we relate, how we love, how we connect in our everyday lives. Perhaps the conversation we need to have is not with the powerful. Perhaps the conversation we need is with us and within us.
More information on the programme and speakers can be found on our website and Instagram.
We acknowledge that people in our community have varying financial means and capacities. To reflect this, all conference passes (full 3-day pass, or single day passes) have 4 different contribution levels each on the ticketing page. Please contribute as much as is comfortable. Contributions are based on an honour system – no means testing, proof of means is required. Nobody will be turned away for a lack of funds.
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The following sessions of the conference require additional pre-conference registration via the respective Google Forms along with your conference pass registration on Eventrbrite.
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Info: Angry Activist Happy Hour, or AAHH for short, is a monthly gathering of queer activists, and folks interested in queer activism. It is casual, and low stakes. We think there is value in socializing, we believe there is much to be gained from us just sharing space and conversation.
AAHH is our response to a need that was identified in our engagements with queer activist groups in Singapore—we lack a space in which a diversity of queer activists can meet, mingle, inspire, and conspire.
Info: [ONGOING ACTIVITY] Participate in small talk, and make some art! What about Indignation Conference 2025 resonates with you? Journal your reflections for our queer liberation. Whether through words, sketches, or collages, your voice will shape this shared work of art—made by the community, for the community. Stop by, pick up a pen, tear some pages, and leave your mark. Your entries will be woven together into a collective community journal, both a testament to our stories and a memento for all who are here, and can’t be here.
Info: Think you know Singapore’s queer history? Prove it at KNOW-HOMO! A fast, fun, and slightly shady trivia showdown—come for the challenge, stay for the chaos. Gather your dream team of 4-6, or sign up solo and we’ll match you with others for maximum mayhem.
Info: [WORKSHOP] This 90-minute session blends mindfulness and compassionate action, inspired by Thich Nhat Hanh’s wisdom. Participants will deepen awareness and explore how inner care translates into meaningful action. Through a guided seated meditation, self-reflection, and a sharing circle, we cultivate inner stillness and consider how mindfulness extends beyond ourselves. Join us to reconnect, reflect, and renew your commitment to compassionate action in everyday life.
Info: [REGISTRATION NEEDED] Old People Wake Up Early is a casual gathering where queer elders—activists, community leaders, and storytellers—share their experiences with younger generations. It’s a chance to ask questions, listen, and honour the histories that paved the way for today’s queer movements.
☕ Breakfast provided. Conversations encouraged. Wisdom guaranteed.
Info: [ONGOING ACTIVITY] Participate in small talk, and make some art! What about Indignation Conference 2025 resonates with you? Journal your reflections for our queer liberation. Whether through words, sketches, or collages, your voice will shape this shared work of art—made by the community, for the community. Stop by, pick up a pen, tear some pages, and leave your mark. Your entries will be woven together into a collective community journal, both a testament to our stories and a memento for all who are here, and can’t be here.
Info: [PANEL] When Crystal Labeija protested racism in 1967, she sparked the global Ballroom scene. Beyond its extravagance, Ballroom thrives on care and kinship. This panel explores the relationships that sustain community care, from Houses to grassroots organizing. Panelists will discuss their journeys, challenges, and lessons in community engagement, offering insights from youth social work, advocacy, and institutional contexts. [Topics: Instances of domestic violence, body dysphoria related to transitioning.]
Info: [WORKSHOP] Nothing like a little dance party to fight the post-lunch slump. Join us during the Boogie Break, a 30 minute follow along dance party! Aimed at breaking the ice and picking up the energy levels among participants, Irzie and Sha will lead the audience in a series of movements that are beginner and non-dancer friendly to popular songs. Leave your inhibitions at the door and show us what you got on the dancefloor!
Info: [PANEL] In today’s corporate landscape, LGBTQ+ professionals continue to navigate unique challenges and opportunities in the workplace. Organised by Q Chamber, this panel explores how queer individuals can not only survive but thrive in professional spaces—bringing their full, authentic selves to work while advancing in their careers.
This panel will feature out and proud executives sharing personal stories, strategies, and tips for career success.
Info: [PANEL] Over the past ten years, Singapore’s seen an incredible new wave of speculative fiction writing, with queer sci-fi authors like Neon Yang, Vina Jie-Min Prasad and Kevin Martens Wong at its forefront.
This panel brings together established and emerging Singaporean writers to discuss this movement. What defines queer Singaporean sci-fi? What relevance does it have to activism and social justice? And how does it relate to our imagined futures for the greater queer community?
Info: [PANEL] Queer women in Singapore have always carved out spaces for themselves. Whether it's SLANG (Singapore Lesbians Are Naughty Girls), one of the earliest informal queer women's social groups, or a thriving collective, bar, monthly party, or rock climbing gang, queer women have created spaces for joy, resistance, and community for decades. What does it take to keep these spaces alive? This panel dives into the highs and hurdles of organising for queer women: What challenges and milestones have the sapphics seen? And with shifting trends—digital meetups, sober spaces, moving beyond binaries and labels—what do queer women actually want and need today?
Info: [PRESENTATION] Romantic love feels natural, but what if it’s shaped by hidden social rules? What if love is like a 10-year series assessment, with templates and model answers you can follow? This presentation unpacks three key templates—Passion, Commitment, and Compulsory Sexuality—that dictate how we experience attraction and relationships. While these models shape romance, they can create anxiety for those who don’t fit. Drawing from 45 young adults in Singapore, especially those who identify as being on the aromantic and/or asexual spectra, we explore how they navigate, resist, and redefine love on their own terms through alter-romanticism—a broader way of thinking about intimacy beyond conventional romance.
Info: [PRESENTATION] What happens after we’re gone? For many queer individuals, afterlife planning remains an overlooked yet essential aspect of securing dignity and care for ourselves and our chosen families. This presentation explores how queer people can take control of their afterlife plans despite the lack of LGBTQ+-inclusive services in Singapore’s funeral industry. Key insights from a survey conducted on afterlife care needs of the LGBTQ+ community will be shared and discussed, shedding light on the gaps, challenges, and possibilities of this space. Join us for an engaging discussion on how we can navigate this deeply personal journey with awareness, curiosity and solidarity. [CW: Death, suicide, misgendering of deceased person]
Info: [PRESENTATION] Schools are supposed to be places of equity and inclusion—but for many queer students (and educators) in Singapore, the reality is far from it. At Pink Dot 2024, the Queer Friendly Chers booth stood intentionally unmanned—its members choosing invisibility for safety. Instead, visitors filled the space with their voices, writing down their thoughts on queer inclusion (or lack thereof) in schools. This presentation unpacks these anonymous contributions, shedding light on the everyday experiences of queer students, educators, and advocates. What’s working? What’s failing? And where do we go from here? Attendees will not only gain insight into current support systems but will also be invited to deliberate on potential reforms to ensure a more equitable and inclusive future for all students.
Info: [WORKSHOP] How do LGBTQ+ individuals navigate housing when safety, independence, and choice are quantified and priced? This workshop invites you to explore the tension between queer resistance and market adaptation. How can we resist structures and individuals (landlords and agents) who profit from our community needs? What compromises shape a safe home? Attendees will contribute to a living map of queer housing realities—mapping desires, decent standards, and reflections on lived experiences. Through collective discussion and interactive storytelling, we chart pathways toward sustainable, equitable and joyous queer living.
Info: [WORKSHOP] With the emphasis on inclusiveness and mental health, it is crucial that everyone feels safe, valued and supported. It is important to consider which strategies we can use to create inclusive learning environments for LGBTQ+ learners. By implementing these strategies, we can empower LGBTQ+ learners to thrive, while promoting acceptance and respect among all. This is a 2 hour workshop that explores approaches in supporting educators/ trainers should they encounter teachable moments in their learning environments, by equipping them with a repertoire of skills and knowledge in building safe and inclusive learning spaces.
Info: [WORKSHOP] This workshop leads participants to explore how conflict lands in their bodies through a somatic mapping exercise, and to expand their understanding of emotional activation as a pathway towards intimacy and relationship repair. It draws upon frameworks from trauma-informed relational somatics, internal family systems, and embodied nonviolent communication to guide participants in understanding themselves amidst tension, and begin building the capacity to move forward in a way that takes all parts of themselves into account, such that conflict becomes generative rather than destructive.
Info: [ONGOING ACTIVITY] Participate in small talk, and make some art! What about Indignation Conference 2025 resonates with you? Journal your reflections for our queer liberation. Whether through words, sketches, or collages, your voice will shape this shared work of art—made by the community, for the community. Stop by, pick up a pen, tear some pages, and leave your mark. Your entries will be woven together into a collective community journal, both a testament to our stories and a memento for all who are here, and can’t be here.
Info: [WORKSHOP] In advocating for the communities we serve, we often bring our personal selves into our roles. This workshop explores how self-accountability can enhance or hinder our efforts. Participants will learn to identify boundaries, shame triggers, and how to embrace conflict as an opportunity for growth.
Info: [WORKSHOP] This interactive workshop on transformative justice theory and praxis is designed to equip and engage organizers in integrating transformative justice practices within their communities and broader movement spaces. Participants will have the opportunity to reflect on their own struggles with relational challenges, their place within the movement, and their disappointments and frustrations in the movement. The workshop will also focus on helping participants build the skills and confidence needed to de-escalate conflict, address harm, and attempt repair at various levels and stages of conflict. Additionally, participants will learn how to de-escalate and facilitate repair between others, fostering a more supportive and restorative environment.
Info: [PANEL] From Private Parts to Lest The Demons Get To Me to trans:mission, what space can transness take up in Singaporean theatre? How do trans performers navigate the often extremely-gendered space of being onstage? What does a “little act of rebellion” look like in the limelight? Will trans actors play trans characters? Only? How do trans theatre practitioners take up space, and how do we make space for stories that queer gender? Join us for a panel that will be anything but scripted.
Info: [WORKSHOP] Workplace relationships can make or break your career—but what if they turn toxic? This session arms attendees with the tools to spot manipulative colleagues, set boundaries, and build resilience. Learn to navigate office politics, handle difficult personalities, and stay confident under pressure. With a blend of psychology and coaching techniques, reclaim control of your work environment and turn challenges into growth opportunities. Resilience isn’t just about surviving—it’s about thriving.
Info: In the spirit of small acts of resistance, of taking risks, and of community holding space, we close the conference with an event celebrating the smallest ideas. Some might even call them half-baked! Do you have a half-baked idea to liberate your queers or queer your liberations? Love powerpoint slides and corporate speak? Fetishise LinkedIn as a safe space? Get that laser pointer away from your kitty! We're giving you five minutes or less to pitch! It could be anything! Send us your powerpoints to be in the running! Presentations at this boredroom meeting will be judged by the crowd. Winner walks away!!! (with a fully-baked prize!)
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Tickets for Indignation Conference 2025: How To Run On Fumes can be booked here.
| Ticket type | Ticket price |
|---|---|
| 3-Day Pass: "I can afford to contribute my share" | 64 SGD |
| 3-Day Pass: "I can't afford the full contribution" | 33 SGD |
| 3-Day Pass: "I can help a person out" | 95 SGD |
| 3-Day Pass: "I can help a few people" | 190 SGD |
| Fri Only: "I can afford to contribute my share" | 22 SGD |
| Fri Only: "I can't afford the full contribution" | 12 SGD |
| Fri Only: "I can help a person out" | 17 SGD |
| Fri Only: "I can help a few people" | 64 SGD |
| Sat Only: "I can afford to contribute my share" | 43 SGD |
| Sat Only: "I can't afford the full contribution" | 22 SGD |
| Sat Only: "I can help a person out" | 64 SGD |
| Sat Only: "I can help a few people" | 127 SGD |
| Sun Only: "I can afford to contribute my share" | 33 SGD |
| Sun Only: "I can't afford the full contribution" | 17 SGD |
| Sun Only: "I can help a person out" | 48 SGD |
| Sun Only: "I can help a few people" | 95 SGD |
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