Out, Proud, and Muslim: Center on Halsted Chats with Fawzia Mirza and Zaynab Shahar

Both Muslims and members of the LGBTQ community have undoubtedly experienced cultural and political scrutiny. But one question is rarely discussed: Are there people who follow Islam and also identify as LGBTQ? The answer: Of course! Join us for Out, Proud, & Muslim as we chat with Fawzia Mirza (Actor, Writer, and Producer) and Zaynab Shahar (Theologian and Co-founder, Third Coast Queer Muslims) about the unique experience of living openly as a queer Muslim in an uncertain America. $5 suggested donation *Inability to pay should not act as a deterrent to attending Center on Halsted Chats is a monthly series that interviews local LGBTQ and Ally leaders as they discuss their lives and some of today’s most pressing topics.