BIPOC-AIC to Host Discussion on Gender Perceptions in Adult

CHATSWORTH, Calif.—On September 17, the Black, Indigenous, and People of Color Adult Industry Collective (BIPOC-AIC) plans to host a panel exploring "the reality of navigating and subverting gender and sexuality for success in the adult film industry, both through mainstream and independent platforms." Titled "Cis 4 Cash, Gay 4 Pay," the panel takes place next Thursday evening at 6 p.m. PT/9 p.m. ET, and will feature queer performers including Wolf Hudson, Natassia Dreams, Milcah Halili, Xoe Nova, Malcolm Lovejoy and Spencer Expensive, with Tiana GlittersaurusRex moderating. Explained an announcement of the event, "BIPOC adult performers’ marginalization happens by default in the industry; gender perceptions play an inseparable role in casting and the amount and variety of work available. To pass as more 'acceptable,' and therefore 'more marketable' in a heteronormative workplace, performers sometimes align themselves within the accepted gender binary strictly to secure financial stability and independence. This conversation aims to showcase the variety of experiences performers have navigated and offer producers and companies alternatives to relying on gendered and limited language in the marketing, classification and production of scenes." “It is important to discuss ways in which gender and the social construct that has been created impacts performers’ lives,” says GlittersaurusRex. “Our panelists are actively breaking barriers and redefining success on their own terms despite the limitations currently set by the industry.” Contiunued the announcement, "The nuances of self-representation dictate that there are infinite possibilities for how a performer can choose to present and express their gender(s). This talk will also illustrate ways to respectfully engage with performers of various gender identities and the importance of reimagining and developing a more gender diverse and inclusive landscape in the adult film industry." BIPOC-AIC notes that speakers are subject to change due to availability. To register for the event, click here.