Rising from Miami's Underground, 'Masisi' Group Uplifts Haitian Queer Identity
Miami's Masisi collective aims to uplift queer Haitians via events and platforms celebrating the often-stigmatized community.
It's hosting a stage at the Ill Points Festival on Oct. 17 and 18, marking a "graduation" since Masisi was founded six years ago.
Born from Miami's queer nightlife, Masisi blends art, music, and spirituality to center Black queer Haitians.
- Masisi is hosting its own stage at the III Points Festival, called Halo 88.
- The stage showcases local acts in the city's underground electronic music scene.
For Masisi, which debuted in 2019, being in the 12-hour festival expected to draw 50,000 people is a "graduation."
Growing up in Lake Worth, Florida, Akia Dorsainvil learned early not to back down nor to hide who he is.
Author's summary: Masisi uplifts Haitian queer identity through art and music.