Aisha Shaibu on getting back out into the world
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Content warning: this episode contains mentions of death and illnessIn this’s episode of Growing up with gal-dem Natty and Nie are joined by Aisha Shaibu, LGBTQ+ activist, cultural producer, and founder. We hear about the significance of queer nightlife in not only London but around the world and having safe, fun spaces for the community - owned by the community. For this week’s extract, Aisha shares a note she wrote 15 years ago after losing her grandma rediscovering the emotions she experienced and learning about the positive impact of living in an intergenerational household. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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