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German Lesbian Feminists with Julia Beck

Oct 12, 2021
Join Julia Beck as she interviews German lesbian feminists Inge Klein, Manuela Kay, and Judith. They discuss lesbian visibility, feminist activism, and the evolution of lesbian culture in Germany. Topics include the Berlin Dyke March, historical lesbian communities, and modes of activism like marches and online campaigns. Stay tuned for insights on German lesbian culture, community, and herstory.
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  • German lesbian feminists thrived in the 1920s with vibrant communities and social clubs in cities like Berlin and Munich.
  • Lesbian movements in Germany evolved post-WWII with challenges differing in East and West Germany, impacting societal roles and activism.

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Lesbian Communities Flourish in Germany in the 1920s

In the 1920s, lesbian communities thrived in Germany, particularly in cities like Berlin and Munich. Social clubs like Violetta and Longbijo Ladies Clubs were formed, fostering connections and holding informal gatherings in lesbian bars and nightclubs. Lesbian journals like Frauenliebe and Die Freunden contributed to the growth of lesbian networks, distributed at newsstands in bigger cities like Berlin.

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