GARRISON XR Introduce yourself in your favorite way possible. My name is Garrison — Detroit’s gender fluid DJ, promoter, designer, model and self proclaimed It Girl. Song requests, or no? Depends on who is asking but more times than not, no. What are you focusing on most these days? The XOXR Parties — I constantly…
Why Do We Love Detroit?
Why do we love Detroit? Hey there, My name is DJ Samsara. I was recently out in Detroit for one of the first times since I graduated Wayne State in 2018. I’ve moved across the country multiple times trying to find my “spot” — a beautiful place with positive dance floors. Turns out, 35 seconds into…
The Spirit of Detroit
The Spirit of Detroit Making the intangible, tangible. I wrestled with what to write about during Movement this year, when it finally hit me. I want to make the intangible, tangible. To encapsulate the massive love and respect I have for Detroit. Because it’s such a visceral feeling, talking about it on the spot sometimes…
Believing in the Future of Highland Park
Highland Park is an enclave surrounded by the City of Detroit. Some people want to revitalize and create something new in the city, creating a community that reflects the parts of Detroit that surround them. Palmer Park to the north was once a gay neighborhood, Detroit to the West, was and is the home of…
It’s OK To Ask For Help
It’s OK To Ask For Help Mental health resources for yourself and friends. → National Suicide Prevention Lifeline800-273-TALK (8255) : Veterans press 1→ Crisis Text LineText TALK to 74174 to test with a trained counselor for free→ RAINNNational Sexual Assault Hotline : Lifeline 800-656-4673 : Chat via hotline.rainn.org→ TWLOHAConnect to mental health resources in your…