Raspberry Ripples: a social group for Queer Disabled People. 

🌞 This is a casual meet-up for LGBTQIA+ Disabled People. Whether you’re a high-femme lesbian with Hypermobility, an Autistic Asexual, a No-bones Bisexual, a Disabled Dyke, or just a questioning babe with a mobility aid - we’d love to come together and share disabled queer joy! 

✊ This group is created by and for Disabled Queer People. We run on the social model of Disability, meaning we won’t be checking your GP records at the door. If you feel disabled, you probably are disabled- and you can sit with us! We are including neurodiversity and mental health conditions in our definition of disability. 

💊 We do not expect you to share the details of your disability or medical history with us. The only thing we need is to know if you have any specific access requirements you’d like us to consider. 

🔄 We aim to meet monthly in a rotation between Central Oxford, Didcot, and Online. There is no pressure to attend every session to be part of the group; just coming as and when is absolutely fine. 

🌱Botanical Gardens Info:

This month we are meeting up at The Oxford Universities Botanical Gardens!

Please meet outside the main entrance so we can enter together via the accessible entrance with our free group tickets. Once inside, we will set up a chill out base for vibes and chats then others can explore if they feel so inclined!

If you will be late, please message us in the RR group or TART Facebook page and we can meet you or send through your ticket. You are welcome to arrive any time, just need to keep track of the free tickets we’ve been kindly offered.

You are welcome to bring snacks/drinks and there is a small outdoor cafe there also.

If you need any advice or help for getting to Fruit Salad afterwards please let us know and we’d be happy to help!

You are also most welcome to stay at the gardens for as long as you like.

🗣️What can you expect from a session?

Raspberry Ripples is primarily a social group where we can meet, chat, and generally hang out! In some sessions, we might bring crafts or optional colouring or organise a games night online. The content of the meet-ups will be responsive to our member's ideas and wants! This is not a group where we can give legal advice or support regarding benefits. 

🤔 If you need additional access needs other than the ones listed below, please e-mail info@tartproductions.co.uk. 

General FAQ: 

👥 Can my carer come along? 

Of course, everyone is welcome. Please note that your carer should also adhere to our safer space policy and be aware that this space will centre on the experiences of Disabled Queer People. 

🏳️‍🌈 Do I have to be queer to attend?

Not at all. Everyone is welcome, but you have to respect the fact that this is a space for queer people. Avoid assuming anything about a person’s gender or sexuality based on their body. Here is a handy guide on how to be an ally to trans and gender non-conforming people: https://www.glaad.org/transgender/allies 

♿ Do I have to be Disabled to attend?

No - everyone is welcome, including allies, partners, and questioning people. Make sure you respect the fact that this meetup is centring queer disabled people.

🎫 Do I need to book?

You don't need to book. You are welcome to drop in! You are welcome to email us in advance and request a buddy or ask any questions.

🤔 Why is this space necessary?

There aren’t a great deal of queer and accessible events in Oxford. We need safer, inviting spaces where we can express ourselves without fear of harassment and be celebrated for what makes us different.

💖 SAFER SPACE POLICY

This inclusive space welcomes people of all ages (18+), genders, sexualities, races, religions and identities. 

We will not tolerate any kind of homophobia, transphobia, sexism, racism, ableism, fatphobia, biphobia, femmephobia, interphobia, or non-consensual touching. Any behaviour of this sort will result in expulsion from the event. Treat everyone with respect, and we'll send that love right on back to you 🌈If anyone at any of our events makes you feel uncomfortable or you believe they are in breach of this policy, please speak to the event staff or e-mail directors@tartproductions.co.uk.

🚌 How do I get there?

Please visit this page for directions to the Botanical Gardens: https://www.obga.ox.ac.uk/directions-oxford-botanic-garden

♿ ACCESSIBILITY 

There is a wheelchair accessible toilet and further information about parking etc. is available here:

https://www.accessguide.ox.ac.uk/university-of-oxford-botanic-garden

For client-side accessibility features, please visit google’s website. 

Please contact info@tartproductions.co.uk with any questions or access needs.