Newsletter February 2008
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World Outgames beefs up staff
In the wonderful land of Out
World Outgames and Humour against AIDS need volunteers
Money, tickets, passport: Next stop Copenhagen
Country and Western makes the games
Welcome to Grøndal Center
Badminton’s best
Queer tango build-up to World Outgames 2009
World Outgames has more than doubled the size of its staff to help with preparations for the event that runs from 25 July - 2 August 2009
The new staff will be working on all aspects of the project and come from a wide variety of public and private positions including the US State Department and the Danish military.
A warm welcome is extended to Laila, Judy, Ayoe, Anders, Jakob, Jens, Mette R., Marc, Christine, Jonatan, Marielise, Margit, Jane and Rosa.
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Among the best things about the World Outgames 2009 is being out
Being able to just be without worrying about what someone else will think – or even worse, do – just because you’re you.
Fortunately for many of us, we don’t need an occasion like World Outgames 2009 to be out.
For the more than 18 years I’ve lived in Denmark, I’ve rarely experienced bad vibes about me just being me. Not at work, not on the playing field, not in my partner’s family.
Of course no place is perfect. Still we are all feeling pretty good in Copenhagen. Recently an apprentice baker here was awarded a nice cash settlement. He won it in a sexual discrimination against his employer. He was the first to win a sexual harassment suit based on orientation rather than gender.
Things can always be better. Come out with us next summer in Copenhagen. Let’s show them how.
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It is never too early or too late to become a World Outgames volunteer
World Outgames volunteer organization meets on the last Tuesday of every month from 19.00 - 21.00. Mark one of the following dates in your calendar and come by our office in Copenhagen at Farvergade 10, next to Oscar Café.
Upcoming meetings: 25 March. 29 April. 27 May.
We need translators, photographers, writers, designers, IT experts, referees, time keepers, host, guides, office assistants, jacks of all trades.
World Outgames volunteers get a 20% discount on admission to DGI-Byen's fitness and swimming facilities.
Help the Danish AIDS Foundation
Kill two birds with one stone and volunteer to assist both World Outgames and Humour against Aids by selling red noses on April Fools Day.
For more information about volunteering at World Outgames 2009, please click or send an email to Mette Bugge. You can make a difference.
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The first Asia Pacific Outgames hit it big in Melbourne, Australia. More than 1600 participants from Asia-Pacific, Europe and North America registered to participate, and thousands more were involved as visitors, spectators and guests.
"The Melbourne Asia Pacific Outgames was a resounding success by any measure, exceeding all expectations," said GLISA co-president Wessel van Kampen.
"It shows once again the strength of the Outgames brand in bringing together the LGBT community with a mix of sports, cultural and conference activities," said van Kampen.
Copenhagen is the next stop for the brand with the World Outgames from 25 July to 2 August 2009.
More than 8,000 participants are expected in the Danish Capitol where 38 sports disciplines along with a wide variety of cultural activities and a human rights conference are on the program.
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Although Country and Western dance has long been a popular pastime for many in the LGBT community, 2009 marks the debut for two steppers and line dancers at World Outgames.
“We are proud to welcome Country and Western dance into the family of international LGBT sports competition,” said Tommy Kristoffersen, sports director for World Outgames 2009.
“Country and Western is hugely popular. We are sure it will be a hit with both participants and spectators at World Outgames,” said Tommy Kristoffersen.
The Country and Western tournament is being organized in cooperation with The International Association of Gay/Lesbian Country Western Dance Clubs.
World Outgames 2009 will be held in Copenhagen, Denmark from 25 July – 2 August 2009. For more information about Country and Western at World Outgames 2009, send an inquiry by email to Laila Broberg Sahlgreen.
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The badminton, billiard, bowling, bridge, martial arts, shooting, squash, table tennis and wrestling tournaments at World Outgames 2009 will be held at Northern Europe’s largest indoor sports facility, Grøndal Center.
The badminton, billiard, bowling, bridge, martial arts, shooting, squash, table tennis and wrestling tournaments at World Outgames 2009 will be held at Northern Europe’s largest indoor sports facility, Grøndal Center.
Located in the Northwest corner of Copenhagen, Grøndal center is not far from the center of town and easily accessible by public transportation or bicycle. With more than 3,000 users daily, Grøndal Center is an excellent facility for training and competitions.
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Badminton’s best
As home to some of the best professional and amateur players in the world, you might say national honor is on the line for the Danish hosts of the badminton championships at World Outgames 2009.
The Danish contingent, including a defending champion from Montreal, Thomas Andersen, will have their hands full with stiff competition from abroad.
“I’m looking forward to World Outgames 2009 and I think I have a pretty good chance at a spot on the podium,” said London enthusiast Peter Christie.
The badminton tournament will feature competitions in singles, doubles and mixed doubles divided into four levels based on player experience and skills. The tournament will be held over 5 days at Grøndal Center.
World Outgames 2009 will be held in Copenhagen, Denmark from 25 July – 2 August 2009. For more information about badminton at World Outgames 2009, send an inquiry by email to responsible of badminton Judy Jacobsen.
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Copenhagen will host the first Queer tango weekend in Denmark from 29 -30 March 2008.
Queer tango weekend will feature a series of workshops for everyone from beginners to seasoned veterans.
Among the instructors at Queer tango weekend will be Augusto and Miguel from Buenos Aires in Argentina who rate among the best male couples in the world. Astrid and Susanna from Berlin, Germany, known for their very creative approach to the tango universe, will also lead workshops.
Queer tango weekend will take place in Copenhagen at Vanløse Cultural Center at Frode Jacobsens Plads 4 near Vanløse train and metro stations. For more information or to register email Gunner Svendsen or call +45 2361 1333.
Schedule and details.
Queer Tango Berlin.
Miguel Y Augusto.
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