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Year of the Gay is a queer owned and run clothing brand operating on stolen land. We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the many lands and waters which we live, work, learn, grow and advocate on, paying particular respect  to the Turrbal and Jagera people of Meanjin. We pay our respect to Elders past, present and emerging.

Year of the Gay acknowledges the important role Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people hold in the communities we advocate for. We cannot begin to understand or achieve true queer liberation and freedom in this country until we recognise the injustices of its colonisation.

We stand in solidarity with First Nations people through the liberation, freedom and restitution of their land.

Always was, always will be, Aboriginal Land.

 


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hey ! i'm kate !

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I always felt there was an absence of queer brands, so I decided to create one. 

The concept for Year of the Gay came to me in 2019 and it officially launched in 2020.

Y.O.T.G was (and continues to be) inspired by the community that surrounds me in Meanjin. I am dedicated to celebrating queer history, culture, identity and advocating for a more inclusive future. 

Year of the Gay is a space for EVERYONE !!!

⭑ Y.O.T.G Team ⭑

hiii gay ! i'm yel !

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 I am gay & I must create !

I help Kate with a handful of things at YOTG but my main party tricks are Social Media Coordinator, Marketing, PR & Content Creation 🫦

Year of the Gay is one of the most meaningful brands that I've ever had the pleasure of working with. I'm incredibly fortunate that my queer identity, expression, advocacy and creativity can all co-exist in something I can call a job??? Crazy !!

You can contact me at @yelstear on Instagram xx

hii little gay people in my phone! i'm darcy !

 

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I’m a proud interviewer, content & video editor for Year of the Gay TV!

Being queer, I feel incredibly lucky to be part of the YOTG team and to celebrate my identity, expression, and creativity through the content I make! When I’m not in front of the camera, you’ll probably find me playing bass, listening to music, or just connecting with community - I’m a major people person at heart. Working with YOTG has been such a rewarding experience and I love contributing to a brand that means so much to me and so many others. It’s a space where I can fully be myself, and that’s really special to me! 

You can contact me through instagram @atdarcylowe
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If you want to see me in action my portfolio (TikTok) is @darcylowe ;)

 

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 I feel it's important to mention that I owe this brands success to the many friends, housemates, family and community that have continuously helped me keep this dream afloat. You have always been my best models, my most loyal customers and the most authentic and genuine communicators of this little gay brand and what it stands for. I am forever grateful for your continued support & you are all a HUGE part of this team!

- Kate <3