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Literary meeting with Julien Marsay
Step into the heart of modern activism with Julien Marsay as he unpacks why our hard-won rights demand constant vigilance. Whether you are deeply involved in social movements or simply eager to understand the current political landscape, this conversation offers a powerful space to reflect and connect.
Bibliothèque Aimé Césaire (Paris 14th)
About
The Aimé Césaire Library invites you to a compelling literary talk with Julien Marsay on Friday, November 13, 2026. Part of the Festival des Fiertés organized by the 14th arrondissement town hall, this event is open to adults aged 18 and over. The author will discuss the fragility of rights won by feminist and LGBTQIA+ movements, emphasizing the importance of intersectional solidarity in the face of modern political backlashes. Attendance is free of charge. The evening concludes with a book signing session in partnership with the Flora Lit bookstore, providing a unique space for dialogue on current social struggles and collective memory.
"Never take for granted the rights hard-won by feminist and LGBT movements"
This short, accessible, and popularizing essay seeks to recall the genesis of this movement, the violence and challenges it has faced and continues to face, while bringing a small note of hope and optimism in the face of the backlash, and the hateful discourses and governments in Western countries - notably France, the United States, and Italy. The author reminds us of the importance of links and intersectional struggles within feminist, LGBTQIA+, and labor movements.
"Retaliating against insult involves knowing its actors and threats, giving memory to our struggles, and basing our fight on the power of a united collective."
"Never forget that a political, economic, and religious crisis will be enough for the rights of [gender minorities] to be questioned. These rights are never acquired. You will have to remain [vigilant] throughout your life."
The essay is a powerful call for resistance and retaliation against LGBTphobic insults.
Summary
"The reelection of Trump confirms the rebirth of a fascistic international, notably reflected in a violent backlash against our rights. Retaliating against the insult done to us involves knowing its actors and threats, giving memory to our struggles, and basing our fight on the power of a united collective."
The meeting will be followed by a sale in partnership with the Librairie Flora Lit and a book signing session.
As part of the Pride Festival organized by the 14th arrondissement City Hall
Our take on this event
Join us at the Aimé Césaire Library (5 rue de Ridder) on November 13, 2026, for an insightful encounter with author Julien Marsay. From 19:00 to 21:00, this event, hosted within the framework of the 14th arrondissement's Festival des Fiertés, explores the themes of his latest essay. The discussion focuses on the history of feminist and LGBTQIA+ rights, the current political threats against them in Western nations, and the vital role of unionized collective action in resisting hate speech.
This session is free and specifically curated for an adult audience aged 18 and older. Following the presentation, attendees will have the opportunity to purchase the book through a partnership with the Flora Lit bookstore and meet the author during an exclusive signing session. It is an essential gathering for those interested in the preservation of civil rights and historical awareness.
