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Quetzal Maucci (she/her) is a photographer, visual storyteller, and educator based in London, UK. In her work, Maucci combines visual documentary techniques with archival images, poetry, interviews and other various forms of intervention in order to challenge systemic values and social constructs. She seeks to create space for personal therapeutic processes while dismantling and exploring ideas surrounding immigration, connection, family dynamics, and identity.

Jan-Bert Vroege (he/him) is a Dutch politician. Both as a city council member for D66 and as administrator of Amsterdam Oost, he is known for his commitment to the LGBTQIA+ community. He has actively contributed to promoting equal rights and inclusiveness both in the city and within the party. Vroege has championed safe public spaces and better care for LGBTQIA+ individuals. He supports education programmes in schools to promote acceptance. He also advocates for inclusive policies and has supported several campaigns that increase the visibility of LGBTQIA+ people.

Christopher de Gast (he/him) and Marjan Schonenberg (she/her) have been collaborating as a photography duo since 2017. Their work highlights ordinary individuals whose stories need to be told, and creates approachable, down-to-earth portraiture. With every image, they want to contribute to a visual culture in which every human being regardless of gender, origin, shape or identity is equal and represented.

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Tuaca Kelly (she/her) is an American poet, spoken word artist, emcee, singer-songwriter and musician, most known for her unique wordplay, uncanny improvisation, unpredictable humor and ability to connect with the audience. Originally from San Francisco, she represents the Generation X as a fierce femmeDaddy. Based in Amsterdam, Tuaca is very active in poetry and spoken word culture and serves as a local and international project collaborator, talent curator, creative producer and muse with Stichting Unwanted Words Project.

Pride Photo in Oosterpark (2024)