We invited voices from across the LGBTQI+ spectrum and their allies to share stories, quotes, and those "wait... did they really say that?" moments. One such moment was recounted by Tomina Vodarici, a community investment specialist from Romania.
Tomina shared an experience at a music festival where a panel on queer people was held. A parent inquired about the appropriate age for children to be exposed to queer content without being influenced to become gay. The speaker responded, "the same age you would allow them to see straight content." This answer received applause from the audience.
This anecdote highlights how bias can sometimes lead to humorous situations before prompting deeper reflection.