The International Day of Pink is proud to partner with Winnipeg ComicCon for two incredible panels!
THE IMPACT OF 2SLGBTQIA+ CHARACTERS IN COMICS AND HOW THEY ARE CHANGING Saturday, October 29, 2022 at 18:30 2F: Panel Room (Second Floor - North Building) featuring: Sharon Blady, Scott Henderson, and Day of Pink volunteers
This presentation will provide participants and opportunity to discuss the importance of representation in comic book and geek culture. This is not about going over which characters are 2SLGBTQIA+ but rather talking about how representation allows fans to feel connected to culture and media.
MENTAL HEALTH AND COMICS Sunday, Octber 30, 2022 at 12:00 2F: Panel Room (Second Floor - North Building) featuring Sharon Blady and Day of Pink volunteers
This workshop talks about how neuro-diversities (mental health) is reflected in comic book culture, and how YOU can be your own superhero when it comes to mental health. Talking to international mental health advocate Hon. Sharon Blady, the presentation goes over-representation of and diversity in comic books.
