Second Thursday of the month, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., in the entire Queer Center

On this evening, the Queer Center Kassel belongs to queers aged 50 and over!
All rooms in the center are available for chatting, chilling, playing, enjoying drinks, being creative, meeting people, making plans, reading books and magazines, and much more... Drinks and snacks are available for a donation or you can bring your own.

By being queer, we mean that we do not conform to cis-hetero norms and lifestyles. Are you also over 50 (or will you be soon?), do you identify as queer, and do you live beyond cis-heteronormativity? Then you might want to stop by on Thursday! See you soon!

If you would like to participate, it is important that you familiarize yourself with the Queer Center's self-image and etiquette and ensure that you can stand behind them.

Fridays, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., in the entire Queer Center

The open living room is run by volunteers and is open to everyone. Come by and get to know the Queer Center. Meet up with friends here to do crafts, play games, relax, or meet new people.

We have Wi-Fi, a queer library, lots of games, a karaoke machine, a craft room, and much more. You can make tea and coffee in our kitchenette or grab a cold drink from the fridge. We welcome donations for drinks. And we look forward to seeing you!

Grab your queer friends and come fill the Queer Center with life.

Second Friday of the month, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., chill room (yellow door)

Welcome to our community!

All neurodivergent individuals who identify as queer, live beyond cisheteronormativity, and are interested in connecting, sharing, and networking, are invited.

This is what neurodivergence means to us:

• Feelings, perceptions, and needs fall outside the framework that society considers “normal.”

• People often receive medical diagnoses such as autism, ADHD, ADD, learning difficulties, epilepsy, mental illness, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, apraxia, cerebral palsy, dyspraxia, etc. (see nibi.space/neurodivergence)

• People do not need a diagnosis to be welcome here.

• People do not have to be “sure” that they are neurodivergent; a suspicion or question in this direction is enough. Talking to other neurodivergent people can sometimes be helpful in gaining more certainty about whether or not this term describes their experience.

There are several rooms on site, including a quiet room. We will provide stimming toys. Please write us to let us know what you need to participate!

Often our meetings happen like this:

-short introduction and check in round (How are you here today?)

-Exchange about different topics concerning neurodivergence and queerness. This can happen in one big group or multiple smaller groups. Feel free to bring your own topic!

-check out round (how was the meeting for you?)

-communal tidying and cleaning

second Friday of every month from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Cafe del Sol, Göttinger Str. 33, 34123 Kassel

A cozy meeting place for bears, cubs, chasers, and friends. Come along to relax, chat, get to know each other, and network.

This is the first step toward establishing a regular bear get-together in Kassel.

• No experience needed

• No talent needed

• No pressure

A relaxed space for drawing, painting, and simply being.

We don't draw perfectly; we draw feelings.

We want to create a safer space where everyone can feel welcome and supported.

We will provide the materials needed.

Register by mail at: info@queereszentrumkassel.de

We are delighted to offer you this free self-defense course from T*räumchen.

The course takes place every Monday from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Queer Center. The aim is to learn self-defense techniques in a safe space and to strengthen your self-confidence.

The course is aimed at trans*, inter*, questioning, and non-binary individuals aged 14 and above. No previous experience is necessary! You are warmly invited to take the plunge and give it a try!

If you have any questions or would like to register, please send us an email at selbstverteidigung@traeumchen-kassel.de.

You can find more information about T*räumchen here.

on July 13 we talk about moving and possible new rooms

on August 10 we talk about our appearance in Social Media

Plenary Session - Mondays from 7:15 p.m., hybrid: Zoom and the yellow room

We discuss and decide together what’s happening at the Queer Center. To do this, we meet once a week for a plenary session. Here, people report on past and upcoming events, and we talk about challenges and goals for the Queer Center. Everyone who is interested is invited to the plenary session.

On the second Monday of the month we take our time for excange and discussion
We discuss topics that are on our minds. For example, what values we share and what that means for everyday life at the Queer Center.

Here’s roughly how our plenary meeting unfolds:

We meet in a hybrid format. We’ll send you the link via email beforehand. At the Queer Center, we use the Yellow Room. We start and end on time. It’s okay to leave early. If the meeting runs longer than expected, we’ll ask beforehand if people have time for it.

We’re always happy to welcome new people to the plenary session. That’s why we start each session with a brief round of introductions where people also share how they’re feeling at the moment. After that, we discuss the topics of the day.

Since June 2026, We are trying out a new plenary structure. We set different priorities for the plenaries. People decide for themselves where they want to participate or if they’d rather not attend the plenary session.

Would you like to join the plenary session? Then just come to the Queer Center on time or send an email to: info at QueeresZentrumKassel dot de for the Zoom access details.

Inquiries and Events

First Monday of the month: 7:15–8:15 PM, hybrid in the Yellow Room and on Zoom
This is where new groups introduce themselves and we discuss proposals for new projects. Everyone is welcome to share their thoughts. We vote on whether ideas will be implemented at the Queer Center. Only Queer Center members present at the meeting are eligible to vote.
Please send your request in advance via email to Fred or Tristan Marie.
They’d be happy to meet with you ahead of the plenary session to clarify whether and how your idea would be possible at the Queer Center.

Time for exchange and discussion

Second Monday of the month: 7:15–8:45 PM, hybrid in the yellow room and on Zoom
Here we discuss topics that are on our minds.
For example, what values we share and what that means for everyday life at the Queer Center.

Work planning

Third Monday of the month: 7:15–8:15 PM, hybrid in the yellow room and on Zoom
Here, the employees talk about how they use their work time and receive feedback from the plenary.
If there’s a lot on the agenda, we decide together how to set priorities.
Volunteers can also share how they spend their time at the Queer Center.

Time for Feelings and Social Dynamics

forth Monday of the month: 7:15–8:45 p.m., hybrid in the Yellow Room and on Zoom
Here we talk about how we’re feeling about each other and the Queer Center right now. We resolve conflicts with one another and show each other appreciation. Are there any uncertainties or conflicts that we, as a whole group of committed people, should discuss? What about the Queer Center brings us joy or causes us concern?
Afterward, all volunteers and interested individuals are invited to wind down the evening together in a relaxed atmosphere.

Pause

There is no plenary meeting on the fifth Monday of the month

second Monday of the month, 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., *innen space

Target group:
This offer is aimed at gay and bisexual men of ages 20 and above from Kassel city and the surrounding area who want to get together in a relaxed and safe environment away from the party and restaurant scene.

Group content:
This group serves as a place to meet and exchange ideas with other gay and bisexual men in similar life circumstances and emotional worlds in a safe environment, and to experience that you are not alone with your feelings and fears, or that you don't have to cope with them and hide them. The group meets for themed discussion evenings (e.g., coming out; socio-political position and acceptance, for example within the family or circle of friends; etc.) and joint visits to cultural events.
The founders see the group as autonomous and independent, far removed from organizational structures—there are no membership fees. Menpoint is not a dating platform.

Background: How it all began with “menpoint”
Once upon a time, there was a man somewhere. One day, he decided to start coming out. However, it took another six months before he opened up to his colleagues at work. And so it came about that one of his colleagues made contact with men who volunteered at the “Gay Counseling Center in Kassel.” The three of them got together to get to know each other and make plans. Together, they outlined enough topics and discussion points to last for six months of meetings. This attempt was to last six months in any case. A meeting place for men. A meeting point for men. That's how Menpoint came about. That was in February 2013 – so Menpoint has been around for over 10 years now.

Contact:
Do you have any questions for Menpoint? Then send an email to: menpoint-kassel@gmx.de

We are very pleased to offer you this self-defense course from Dynamo Windrad:

Once a week, together we

• work out and empower ourselves

• get moving

• practice punching, kicking, and defense techniques

• have fun!

Our training is aimed at anyone who identifies with the term queer or feels addressed by it. Even if you are not sure whether you fall under the umbrella of queer* or want to use the term for yourself, you are welcome to come to the training.

Here you can find more information about the course: Dynamo Windrad

If you would like to try out a training session or have any questions, please send us an email at: queer_selbstverteidigung@riseup.net

What should our social media presence look like? Let’s brainstorm together!

Under the theme “Between Politics, Entertainment, and Funders: What Role Should Social Media Play in the Queer Center’s Self-Image?” we want to work together to shape how we, as the Queer Center, want to present ourselves to the public. Let’s figure this out together.

What do we want to share, and what don’t we? How confrontational do we want to be? Who do we want to reach? These are just a few of the many questions whose answers we want to work out together in a structured way.

The plenary session will take place online on July 14 at 6 p.m. and is open to full-time staff, volunteers, and anyone who feels this topic applies to them. Please register for this event at lola [at] queereszentrumkassel.de.

Wednesdays, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., in the entire Queer Center

Queer Lunchtime is offered by our employees and is open to everyone. Come by, get to know the Queer Center, and learn more about queer groups and services in Kassel and North Hesse.

You are welcome to eat here, take a nap, or meet up with friends. In the chill room, you may relax on the sofas and doze or have a friendly chat. In our kitchenette, you may heat up or cook your food, make tea or coffee, or grab a cold drink from the refrigerator. We welcome donations for drinks.

You can also bring your ideas for queer events, campaigns, or projects and discuss them with our team. In the office, we can make plans, work on grant applications, and discuss what else you need to bring your ideas for the Queer Center to life.

We also have Wi-Fi, a queer library, lots of games, a karaoke machine, a craft room, and much more.

We look forward to meeting you!

This meeting takes place about four times a year.

We hope that one person from each group that uses the Queer Center Kassel will attend. Here, we discuss topics related to shared space usage and also hear about what you, as volunteers, would like to see at the Queer Center.

2nd Tuesday in even months and 3rd Wednesday in odd months, 7:15 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., in the *innen space

A space for queers and friends aged 18 and older to discuss alternative relationship concepts.

You are invited if you

• are interested in diverse relationship concepts

• are in a non-monogamous relationship or are considering one

• want to share your own experiences and exchange ideas

• want to find support when facing difficulties

• want to make connections

Whether you are polyamorous, relationship anarchist, in an open relationship, aromantic, or something else entirely—everyone is welcome.

Queer people are especially invited, but their supporters, friends, and partners are also welcome to participate.
These meetings are suitable for adults.

Third Thursday of the month, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., consultation room (green door)

The open consultation hours of T*räumchen are now held at the Queer Center Kassel. We offer counseling that is easily accessible and, if desired, anonymous.

Each consultation appointment takes about 20–30 minutes and is particularly well suited for clarifying initial questions and getting to know our team.

No registration is necessary. However, you are welcome to contact us in advance by phone at 0157 32409142 or by email at kontakt[at]traeumchen-kassel.de.

You can find more information about T*räumchen here.

Are you hungry for Community?
Come to our potluck dinner!
If you can, please bring some food to share.
We’ll eat, talk, and get to know each other.
If you wish for a community you can start making it here.
If you just want to check out the vibe, you can do so aswell.
We share our joys and concerns.
We care for each other.
We help each other out.
We practice how to build a caring community.

Some people have allergies or food intolerances.
Some people eat vegan, kosher, or halal.
We consider these things together.
This pad will help us doing so. Click.
Here, people can list their allergies, food intolerances, and dietary practices.
Anyone bringing food checks to see what they can be mindful of.
When everyone is minding something, there will be something for everyone.

Please only bring food, if you have the time, energy and money for it.
If you only lack the money, please get in touch with TristanMarie so we can figure something out.
If you dont bring food, please bring a container to take food home.

Every first and third Friday of the month, 5:00–7:00 pm

Fancy a cosy get-together with crocheting, tea & lovely people? 🍵 Beginners are absolutely welcome: we’ll learn together, from each other, and I’m happy to help you with your first stitches. Of course advanced crocheters are welcome too, with or without your own project.

✨ Good to know: • 18+ everyone is welcome • I speak German & English • I’ll bring crochet hooks, patterns and a bit of yarn • there will be vegan & non-vegan snacks and drinks

Come as you are. ✨

Every third Saturday of the month at 6:30 p.m., the Queer BIPOC Hangout takes place at the Queer Center!

The idea is to bring together queer BIPOC people in the Kassel/North Hesse area who would like to meet regularly to recharge their energy together.

BIPOC stands for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. If you’re not sure whether this applies to you, feel free to stop by or send an email to bery [at] QueeresZentrumKassel.de. The same goes if you’re not sure whether the term “queer” applies to you.

This is meant to be a safe space where we can share experiences, chat, do crafts, snack, and simply spend time together.

The event is sponsored by the Anti-Discrimination Office of the Hessian Ministry of Labor, Integration, Youth, and Social Affairs.

Achtung: Der Fahrstuhl im QuZ ist leider für die nächste Zeit kaputt. Deshalb findet der Spielenachmittag ab dem 21.6. bis auf weiteres in den Räumlichkeiten der AIDS-Hilfe Kassel in der Motzstr. 1, 3. Obergeschoß statt!

Kommt gerne einfach vorbei und bringt gerne eigene Spiele und vegane Snacks mit.

Ich freue mich auf euch.

Der Spielenachmittag findet in deutscher Lautsprache statt.

tin* Picnic in Auepark by MeeTIN* Up Kassel

Meeting point: Auepark 13, Orangerie bus stop

Bring your own food and drink :)

Barbecue facilities are limited. Feel free to bring your own barbecue too.

Plenary Session

Mondays from 7:15 p.m., hybrid: Zoom and the yellow room

We discuss and decide together what’s happening at the Queer Center. To do this, we meet once a week for a plenary session. Here, people report on past and upcoming events, and we talk about challenges and goals for the Queer Center. Everyone who is interested is invited to the plenary session.

On the third Monday of the monthwe plan our tasks and work
Here, the employees talk about how they use their work time and receive feedback from the plenary.
If there’s a lot on the agenda, we decide together how to set priorities.
Volunteers can also share how they spend their time at the Queer Center.

Here’s roughly how our plenary meeting unfolds:

We meet in a hybrid format. We’ll send you the link via email beforehand. At the Queer Center, we use the Yellow Room. We start and end on time. It’s okay to leave early. If the meeting runs longer than expected, we’ll ask beforehand if people have time for it.

We’re always happy to welcome new people to the plenary session. That’s why we start each session with a brief round of introductions where people also share how they’re feeling at the moment. After that, we discuss the topics of the day.

Since June 2026, We are trying out a new plenary structure. We set different priorities for the plenaries. People decide for themselves where they want to participate or if they’d rather not attend the plenary session.

Would you like to join the plenary session? Then just come to the Queer Center on time or send an email to: info at QueeresZentrumKassel dot de for the Zoom access details.

Inquiries and Events

First Monday of the month: 7:15–8:15 PM, hybrid in the Yellow Room and on Zoom
This is where new groups introduce themselves and we discuss proposals for new projects. Everyone is welcome to share their thoughts. We vote on whether ideas will be implemented at the Queer Center. Only Queer Center members present at the meeting are eligible to vote.
Please send your request in advance via email to Fred or Tristan Marie.
They’d be happy to meet with you ahead of the plenary session to clarify whether and how your idea would be possible at the Queer Center.

Time for exchange and discussion

Second Monday of the month: 7:15–8:45 PM, hybrid in the yellow room and on Zoom
Here we discuss topics that are on our minds.
For example, what values we share and what that means for everyday life at the Queer Center.

Work planning

Third Monday of the month: 7:15–8:15 PM, hybrid in the yellow room and on Zoom
Here, the employees talk about how they use their work time and receive feedback from the plenary.
If there’s a lot on the agenda, we decide together how to set priorities.
Volunteers can also share how they spend their time at the Queer Center.

Time for Feelings and Social Dynamics

forth Monday of the month: 7:15–8:45 p.m., hybrid in the Yellow Room and on Zoom
Here we talk about how we’re feeling about each other and the Queer Center right now. We resolve conflicts with one another and show each other appreciation. Are there any uncertainties or conflicts that we, as a whole group of committed people, should discuss? What about the Queer Center brings us joy or causes us concern?
Afterward, all volunteers and interested individuals are invited to wind down the evening together in a relaxed atmosphere.

Pause

There is no plenary meeting on the fifth Monday of the month

On July 21, we’re hosting a queer movie night for BIPoC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color), people with immigrant backgrounds, and white friends. You can arrive starting at 6 p.m., and the movie starts at 7 p.m. For synopses or questions, feel free to email info [at] QueeresZentrumKassel.de in advance.

The film is rated FSK 12 and is in Mandarin with English subtitles. It runs for about 170 minutes.

Feel free to bring your favorite snack (though snacks will also be available on-site).

The event is sponsored by the Anti-Discrimination Office of the Hessian Ministry of Labor, Integration, Youth, and Social Affairs.

Free dancing - first and fourth Wednesday of the month, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., *innen space

You can come to dance, groove, shake and let go. We offer a shared, guided get-into-your-body warm up and a playlist during which you can move individually.

No previous knowledge is required. Please come in comfortable clothing and non-slip socks or barefoot.

For all queers & friends, free of charge.

4th Thursday of the month, 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.,*innen space

The Shibari Group meets every 4th Thursday for doing Shibari together. Beginners are welcome. For more information, visit: https://www.instagram.com/meetandtiekassel/

Fourth Friday of the month, 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. throughout the Queer Center

Are you interested in the queer community, but often find yourself lost in queer conversations? Or are you worried you don’t know enough about the queer scene?
Are you just starting to wonder if you might be queer? Or do you already know, but aren’t sure what comes next?
Have you just moved to Kassel and want to get your bearings in the local communities? Or have you lived here for a while but haven’t yet dared to seek out queer connections?

Then our open house hours for newcomers to the queer community are just for you. Together, we make a special effort to ensure that newcomers feel welcome. After all, we’ve all been new to these communities at some point.

(We’d love for you to come by on any other day, too. You’re always welcome. But with these set dates, maybe more newcomers will be at the open house, and sometimes it’s easier to settle in together than alone.)

The open living room is run by volunteers and is open to everyone. Come by and get to know the Queer Center. Meet up with friends here to do crafts, play games, relax, or meet new people.

We have Wi-Fi, a queer library, lots of games, a karaoke machine, a craft room, and much more. You can make tea and coffee in our kitchenette or grab a cold drink from the fridge. We welcome donations for drinks. And we look forward to seeing you!

Grab your queer friends and come fill the Queer Center with life.

Last Monday of odd months, 7:15 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. at the Queer Center

Taster Plenary Session

We discuss and decide together what is happening at the Queer Center. To this end, we meet once a week for an hour-long plenary session. Here, people report on past and planned events, and we talk about challenges and goals for the Queer Center. New groups and volunteers also introduce themselves at the plenary meeting so that we can get to know each other. Every two months, we hold a trial plenary session so that new people feel welcome to join. At the Taster Plenary Session, we take care to explain how our plenary sessions work, what we talk about, and what unwritten rules of conduct there are.
If you want to join online, please check with us beforehand.

This is how our plenary session works:
The meetings last one hour and it's okay to leave early.
We start with a short round of introductions where people also say how they are feeling at the moment.
Then we tell each other what has been going on at the Queer Center since the last plenary session and talk about upcoming events and new ideas.
We vote on whether ideas should be implemented at the Queer Center. Only Queer Center association members who are present are eligible to vote.

Afterwards, all volunteers and interested parties are invited to relax and enjoy the rest of the evening together.

Mondays from 7:15 p.m., hybrid: Zoom and the yellow room

We discuss and decide together what’s happening at the Queer Center. To do this, we meet once a week for a plenary session. Here, people report on past and upcoming events, and we talk about challenges and goals for the Queer Center. Everyone who is interested is invited to the plenary session.

On the forth Monday of the month we take time for our Feelings and Social Dynamics
We talk about how we’re feeling about each other and the Queer Center right now. We resolve conflicts with one another and show each other appreciation. Are there any uncertainties or conflicts that we, as a whole group of committed people, should discuss? What about the Queer Center brings us joy or causes us concern?
Afterward, all volunteers and interested individuals are invited to wind down the evening together in a relaxed atmosphere.

Pause

There is no plenary meeting on the fifth Monday of the month

Here’s roughly how our plenary meeting unfolds:

We meet in a hybrid format. We’ll send you the link via email beforehand. At the Queer Center, we use the Yellow Room. We start and end on time. It’s okay to leave early. If the meeting runs longer than expected, we’ll ask beforehand if people have time for it.

We’re always happy to welcome new people to the plenary session. That’s why we start each session with a brief round of introductions where people also share how they’re feeling at the moment. After that, we discuss the topics of the day.

Since June 2026, We are trying out a new plenary structure. We set different priorities for the plenaries. People decide for themselves where they want to participate or if they’d rather not attend the plenary session.

Would you like to join the plenary session? Then just come to the Queer Center on time or send an email to: info at QueeresZentrumKassel dot de for the Zoom access details.

Inquiries and Events

First Monday of the month: 7:15–8:15 PM, hybrid in the Yellow Room and on Zoom
This is where new groups introduce themselves and we discuss proposals for new projects. Everyone is welcome to share their thoughts. We vote on whether ideas will be implemented at the Queer Center. Only Queer Center members present at the meeting are eligible to vote.
Please send your request in advance via email to Fred or Tristan Marie.
They’d be happy to meet with you ahead of the plenary session to clarify whether and how your idea would be possible at the Queer Center.

Time for exchange and discussion

Second Monday of the month: 7:15–8:45 PM, hybrid in the yellow room and on Zoom
Here we discuss topics that are on our minds.
For example, what values we share and what that means for everyday life at the Queer Center.

Work planning

Third Monday of the month: 7:15–8:15 PM, hybrid in the yellow room and on Zoom
Here, the employees talk about how they use their work time and receive feedback from the plenary.
If there’s a lot on the agenda, we decide together how to set priorities.
Volunteers can also share how they spend their time at the Queer Center.

Time for Feelings and Social Dynamics

forth Monday of the month: 7:15–8:45 p.m., hybrid in the Yellow Room and on Zoom
Here we talk about how we’re feeling about each other and the Queer Center right now. We resolve conflicts with one another and show each other appreciation. Are there any uncertainties or conflicts that we, as a whole group of committed people, should discuss? What about the Queer Center brings us joy or causes us concern?
Afterward, all volunteers and interested individuals are invited to wind down the evening together in a relaxed atmosphere.

Pause

There is no plenary meeting on the fifth Monday of the month

Attention! Today, on 26 June 2026, the meeting is taking place somewhere else. Most likely either at Studihaus or at the Fulda. If you want to join, you can send a message to the Queerreferat on Instagram to be told the place!

Last Friday of the month, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., chill room (yellow door)

The A*Spec meeting for all on the asexual and aromantic spectrum as well as questioning people takes place once a month in the premises of queeres Zentrum (Mauerstraße 11). It starts at 7pm and will finish at 9pm. Snacks and drinks will be provided. We look forward to seeing you ☺️

Directions to queeres Zentrum at Mauerstraße 11: From the Königsplatz/Mauerstraße tram stop heading towards the main train station: Exit the tram stop and walk towards Rewe without crossing the street. Keep an eye out for the sign „Mauerstraße 11“ above the door. From the Königsplatz/Mauerstraße tram stop heading towards Am Stern: Cross the street and turn left. Look for the sign „Mauerstraße 11“ above the door. We’ll meet you at the door. If you arrive later, message the @queer_referat on Instagram. We’ll open the door for you

for disabled, queer, and chronically ill queers and our friends
February 14, 2–6 p.m. workshop, 6 p.m. shared meal
Register by January 10 at TristanMarie at QueeresZentrumKassel dot de.

In the workshop, we’ll share our experiences and tune into our bodies.
Together, we’ll explore ways to build caring communities.
We’ll ask ourselves:
What do communities mean to me?
What prevents me from taking good care of myself and others?
Where do I experience care?
And what does care feel like?
We’ll share with each other:
This is what we need for a community where everyone takes good care of one another.

Refreshments
Snacks and drinks will be provided during the workshops.
The Queer Center is taking care of that.
Before or after the workshop, we’ll eat together.
We will do Potluck.
If you can, bring some food. We’ll share what we have.

Accessibility
We’re holding the workshop at the Queer Center Kassel.
You can find information about our hygiene and accessibility measures here:
https://queereszentrumkassel.de/en/zugang
The workshops are in spoken German.

Registration
You can register by email.
Write to TristanMarie at QueeresZentrumKassel dot de.
Let us know what you need to feel comfortable.
For example:
I need translation into German Sign Language.
I need a place to lie down.
After you register, we’ll send you more information.

quest are Mael (they/them) and Zora (no pronouns).
We hope for more spaces where we can recharge, relax, and share our knowledge with one another.

Mondays from 7:15 p.m., hybrid: Zoom and the yellow room

We discuss and decide together what’s happening at the Queer Center. To do this, we meet once a week for a plenary session. Here, people report on past and upcoming events, and we talk about challenges and goals for the Queer Center. Everyone who is interested is invited to the plenary session.

On the first Monday of the month we talk about Inquiries and Eventideas
This is where new groups introduce themselves and we discuss proposals for new projects. Everyone is welcome to share their thoughts. We vote on whether ideas will be implemented at the Queer Center. Only Queer Center members present at the meeting are eligible to vote.
Please send your request in advance via email to Fred or Tristan Marie.
They’d be happy to meet with you ahead of the plenary session to clarify whether and how your idea would be possible at the Queer Center.

Here’s roughly how our plenary meeting unfolds:

We meet in a hybrid format. We’ll send you the link via email beforehand. At the Queer Center, we use the Yellow Room. We start and end on time. It’s okay to leave early. If the meeting runs longer than expected, we’ll ask beforehand if people have time for it.

We’re always happy to welcome new people to the plenary session. That’s why we start each session with a brief round of introductions where people also share how they’re feeling at the moment. After that, we discuss the topics of the day.

Since June 2026, We are trying out a new plenary structure. We set different priorities for the plenaries. People decide for themselves where they want to participate or if they’d rather not attend the plenary session.

Would you like to join the plenary session? Then just come to the Queer Center on time or send an email to: info at QueeresZentrumKassel dot de for the Zoom access details.

Inquiries and Events

First Monday of the month: 7:15–8:15 PM, hybrid in the Yellow Room and on Zoom
This is where new groups introduce themselves and we discuss proposals for new projects. Everyone is welcome to share their thoughts. We vote on whether ideas will be implemented at the Queer Center. Only Queer Center members present at the meeting are eligible to vote.
Please send your request in advance via email to Fred or Tristan Marie.
They’d be happy to meet with you ahead of the plenary session to clarify whether and how your idea would be possible at the Queer Center.

Time for exchange and discussion

Second Monday of the month: 7:15–8:45 PM, hybrid in the yellow room and on Zoom
Here we discuss topics that are on our minds.
For example, what values we share and what that means for everyday life at the Queer Center.

Work planning

Third Monday of the month: 7:15–8:15 PM, hybrid in the yellow room and on Zoom
Here, the employees talk about how they use their work time and receive feedback from the plenary.
If there’s a lot on the agenda, we decide together how to set priorities.
Volunteers can also share how they spend their time at the Queer Center.

Time for Feelings and Social Dynamics

forth Monday of the month: 7:15–8:45 p.m., hybrid in the Yellow Room and on Zoom
Here we talk about how we’re feeling about each other and the Queer Center right now. We resolve conflicts with one another and show each other appreciation. Are there any uncertainties or conflicts that we, as a whole group of committed people, should discuss? What about the Queer Center brings us joy or causes us concern?
Afterward, all volunteers and interested individuals are invited to wind down the evening together in a relaxed atmosphere.

Pause

There is no plenary meeting on the fifth Monday of the month

Introductory workshops and practice sessions on breaking down barriers in everyday community life.

Breaking down barriers can seem like an overwhelming task at first. That’s why we’re starting small: Once a month, we’ll hold an introductory session on one aspect of accessibility. In between, we’ll host practice sessions where we’ll work together to apply what we’ve learned to our respective events or groups.

We already have dates set for this year:

Introduction to Simple Language and Plain Language
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
5:00–7:00 p.m., at the Queer Center

Introduction to Barriers in Images
Monday, September 7, 2026
5:00–7:00 p.m., online

Practice session: Simple language, clear images
Friday, October 2, 2026
4:00–7:00 p.m., at the Queer Center

Introduction to alternative texts
Monday, November 2, 2026
5:00–7:00 p.m., online

Introduction to describing barriers
Wednesday, December 2, 2026
5:00–7:00 p.m., at the Queer Center

Sign up or just show up.

The elevator at the Queer Center is currently out of order. Please check back a few days before the event to see whether it will take place at the Queer Center, online, or as a hybrid event.