Leather Activism w/ Master Daddy Zulu (Online)

This class will recorded. The recording will be sent to ticket holders and available for viewing for 30 days.

Leather culture has always been about more than kink. It is a living history of resilience, advocacy, and community care. This class explores modern activism from 1955 to the present and shows how the struggles for civil rights, gay rights, and Leather visibility are deeply connected. By looking at the past, we can better understand the responsibility and power we hold today as Leatherfolk and kink community members.

Class Outline:

1. Definition of Activism

A short lecture introducing the concept of activism and how it shows up in daily life and in community spaces.

1. Modern Civil Rights

A timeline review of pivotal civil rights milestones and how these movements shaped the broader landscape of social justice.

1. Modern Gay Rights

A look at key events in LGBTQIA+ history and how queer liberation has influenced Leather and BDSM communities.

1. Modern Leather/BDSM

An overview of Leather and BDSM history from the mid-twentieth century to today, with attention to activism that has fostered growth and survival.

1. Why Activism Matters for Leatherfolk

A discussion on the role of advocacy and visibility in sustaining and protecting Leather identity and culture.

1. Resources for Activism

Practical guidance and connections for those who want to take action and strengthen their role in the ongoing story of Leather.

This class encourages reflection, conversation, and empowerment, showing how activism continues to shape Leather culture and why our voices are still needed.

About the Instructor

Master “Daddy” Zulu (@DaddyOfMisfits on Fetlife) is a Leatherman whose journey began in Nashville, Tennessee in 1991. After relocating to Atlanta in 1994, he became active with PEP-Atlanta and the Sanctuary of A Dark Angel. In 1996, he founded Anvil Dungeon International, one of the first size-positive kink groups, and produced the groundbreaking event Love and Leather through 1999.

In 1997, he was appointed the first Southeast Regional Coordinator for the Leather Archives and Museum. His influence has extended across the country as both a community organizer and DJ at Leather bars, fetish clubs, and major events including the Dark Arts Festival, Fetfest, and Folsom Street Fair.

Master Zulu is the founder of the Leather Solidarity Collective and currently serves as Co-Chair and Producer of UPRISE, a BIPOC and allies Leather event. His decades of leadership reflect a lifelong commitment to activism, inclusion, and the preservation of Leather culture.

Access

The class will be held on Zoom. The access link will be provided to ticket holders in the email receipt. Please check your inbox and spam folder; if you have not received the ticket link, please email praxium@afterdark-sf.com.

The waiting room opens 15 minutes early at 5PM PT. Instruction begins at 5:15PM PT.

Tickets:

1. Tickets are sliding scale $15-$30
2. No Refunds. All sales are Final.

About Praxium

Praxium is a center for kink and sex-positive education, dedicated to building community and expanding knowledge. We honor the rich traditions of the queer leather and kink communities while striving to create a more inclusive, consent-driven culture.

We provide high-quality education - both foundational and advanced - that empowers individuals to explore, play, and connect with confidence and agency. We believe in fostering spaces that support learning, curiosity, and personal growth.

Whether you're new to kink or a seasoned player, Praxium offers opportunities to expand your knowledge, refine your skills, and engage with a thriving community. Reach out to learn more about our classes or how to collaborate with us by emailing us at praxium@afterdark-sf.com