So much of the mainstream political discussion about transgender and gender-nonconforming identity is rooted in conflict. Rights denied; rights demanded. The activist, writer and comedian Alok Vaid-Menon acknowledges those fundamental, often violent clashes but comes at them from a place of peace and compassion. Read the Article

Alok Vaid-Menon (born July 1, 1991, stylized ALOK) is an American writer, performance artist, and media personality. Vaid-Menon is gender non-conforming and transfeminine , and uses the singular they third person pronouns.

2M Followers, 263 Following, 2,367 Posts - ALOK (@alokvmenon) on Instagram: "comedian. poet. watch BIOLOGY! my comedy special standup tour tix ⬇️"

2023年7月29日 · The activist, writer and comedian Alok Vaid-Menon acknowledges those fundamental, often violent clashes but comes at them from a place of peace and compassion. It’s an approach that, in this...

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2024年1月4日 · Alok Vaid-Menon, who goes by the stage name ALOK, is an American gender non-conforming and trans feminine performance artist, author, and activist. They stand as a beacon of light for those who have been marginalized and misunderstood due to their non-conformist gender identities.

2025年3月5日 · Alok Vaid-Menon has performed in over 40 countries. But Tuesday marks the poet and comic's first show in Hawaiʻi. Vaid-Menon is nonbinary and an advocate for laughter and joy amid much worry in the LGBTQ+ community over the actions of the Trump administration.

Filmmaker Alex Hedison delivers a compelling portrait of her friend, Alok Vaid-Menon, the internationally acclaimed, non-binary, author, poet, comedian, and public speaker. This thought-provoking short documentary explores the limitless expression of self, challenges societal norms, and inspires viewers to embrace personal freedom beyond the ...

2021年7月29日 · Nonbinary activist Alok Vaid-Menon broke down the history of and problems with the gender binary and how people can fight against it in video that has gone viral on social media.

Alok Vaid-Menon (they/them) is an internationally acclaimed gender non-conforming writer, performer, and public speaker. As a mixed-media artist, Alok explores themes of trauma, belonging, and the human condition. Over the past decade they have presented at more than 500 venues in over 45 countries.