S. 2 Ep. 4. Ft. Arshi—Founder of Queer South Asians- QSA.Arshi explores the intersectional identities of being queer, trans, neurodivergent, and an immigrant from Bangladesh settled in Canada. Through community-engaged praxis, Arshi has built Queer South Asians and other community ventures, such as Kotha\_to—a conversation circle for queer Bangladeshi folks to overcome the barriers and divisions of culture and queer identity through the lens of an immigrant. Arshi shares early childhood tales, explores family relations and challenges, and explores the silver lining of hope and faith, fueled by love for one's family against all odds. A leader in Toronto and the broader Canadian landscape for queer and/or trans people of South Asian background and/or otherwise, Arshi utilizes community events in the form of conversation circles and fundraisers, as well as a recent venture into culinary arts, vis-à-vis 'Arshi's Dokan'—or Arshi's shop. Follow Queer South Asians on their website at:https://queersouthasians.ca/ You can follow Arshi on IG here: @arshi\_saFounder of @queer\_southasiansSelling stuff on @arshidokan - Bangladeshi Maker in Toronto Selling snacks and crafty things DM to order Hosts @kotha.to - Monthly Bangla Conversation Circle in Toronto hosted by @arshi\_saOrganizing @minabazaarto - A market for first timer and new vendors from South Asian and QTBIPOC communities in Toronto - Launching May 24th, 2026
Ishaa Vinod ChopraHostArshiGuest