WELCOME TO
DIVINE TROPIKA
Divine Tropika is a one-night multi-sensory ceremonial sacred gathering. This unique event aims to unite Queer Asian and Pacific Islander creatives for an unforgettable evening of connection, play, and exploration through art, music, and movement.This celebration is committed to advocating for Queer liberation and expression. We support this movement by donating a portion of our proceeds to organizations that align with our values.
Sat Nov. 9, 2024
5PM-10PM PST
First Unitarian
Los Angeles, CA
All aligned energies are welcome. However, we are centering and celebrating Asian and Pacific Islander diasporas.Tickets Now On Sale.
We are deeply honored that for this year's Divine Tropika we are collaborating with co-mrkt
who will provide a curated marketplace of AANHPIDA vendors in Los Angeles.
co-mrkt’s mission is to amplify, uplift, and unite AANHPIDA creators so that they have a chance to thrive by creating space, promoting integration and increasing visibility.Through events and activations, co-mrkt puts emerging, local Asian American and Pacific Islander entrepreneurs and small businesses at the forefront. They create space where the AAPI community can feel seen, heard and empowered to live authentically without fear.co-mrkt is Community + Collaboration + Connection.
OUR REQUEST
COMMUNITY SUPPORT
We are calling on our community to help us raise $5,555
Divine Tropika is a community-driven event where we do not charge vendors for space. Instead, we proudly support our artists and performers while working to raise funds for organizations committed to dismantling systems of oppression.The funds we raise will pay for the venue rental, staff, audio and visual equipment, stipends for our artists and performers, food for our volunteers, promotional materials, and more.Your contribution will ensure we can cover all our expenses and continue to create spaces where everyone feels honored and valued.Maraming Salamat. Thank you for your support!
HOE STYLE
DO GOOD. LOOK GOOD.
Help a HoE in need with every purchase of House of Elevasiyá official merch.
With Divine Tropika, we strive to break barriers and nurture community amongst those who have historically faced challenges in expressing themselves freely.
OUR PLAN
Nurture a Haven for Diversity and Expression
We create inclusive and sacred spaces where Queer Asian and Pacific Islander creatives can celebrate their identities, talents, and stories engaging in what moves them for an experience of uninhibited joy and unity.
Create Immersive Multi-sensory Experiences
Guests will embark on an immersive experience through an array of artistic expressions such as captivating art installations, ceremonial grounding meditations, and a diverse lineup of live performances and vendors.
Empower Liberation and Communal Gatherings
Proceeds from each Divine Tropika experience are shared amongst aligned organizations advocating for Queer liberation and expression to support their work and to future House of Elevasiyá community initiatives.
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Photography by Jennifer Penaflor & Daryl Escobal
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WELCOME H.O.EM
Cultivating sacred creative spaces for Queer expression and elevation.
Centering and celebrating Asian and Pacific Islander diaspora.
we must recognize that difference is a reason for celebration and growth
Audrey Lorde
As external forces seek to divide us, sacred spaces where we call home and uplift one another is crucial for our collective liberation. In House of Elevasiyá, we H.o.Es are committed to this vision — to create sanctuaries where every being is honored in the fullness of their divine expression, and where community and celebration become the pathway to our freedom.
WHAT IS
House of Elevasiyá
H.o.E is a visionary collective that seeks to empower Queer Asian and Pacific Islander creatives through artistic expression, community building, and mutual aid initiatives. We strive to create spaces that celebrate diversity, inclusivity, and freedom of expression, ultimately contributing to a more equitable and compassionate society.
Fun Fact: The Tagalog word “Siyá” pronounced as “shah” is a gender neutral pronoun for they/them
AND WHY
ASIAN & PACIFIC ISLANDERS
As Queer Asian and Pacific Islanders we’ve been conditioned to minimize our identities and conform to western heteronormative and colonial constructs. When in reality we are fluid and multifaceted beings whose experiences span beyond the binary systems imposed upon us. By creating sacred spaces of homecoming that welcome and celebrate Queer intersectional AAPI identities, we are taking a stand by embracing the fullness of who we are.
community agreement
We understand that none of us have it all together. When we do misstep and make mistakes, we are accountable and commit to practices that allow us to be and do better.
IN THIS HOUSE WE
RESPECT THE SPACEWe care for the space as we would our own home.PRACTICE COMMUNAL CAREWe prioritize the well-being of ourselves and each other.HONOR WITH CONSENTWe honor each others divinity, boundaries, and personal space.LET GO OF EXPECTATIONSWe are gathering for connection not perfection.TAKE UP SPACEThe fullness of our human expression is welcome here.
Our goal is to empower Queer Asian and Pacific Islander creatives by providing resources and space to support their artistic journeys.
thank you!
salamat
Thank you pamilya for supporting the movement to a more equitable and compassionate society.