SPLF2025

The Leather Solidarity Collective at South Plains Leatherfest is a dedicated educational, social, and play sessions to feature programming and events focused on the lived experiences of the Leather and Kink BIPOC Community.

Friday all day in Longhorn 1.
Please see individual class listing for presenters and class descriptions.

- The Joy of Being Me, Daddy Rod
- Neo-Queer and Cyber-Queer Culture, Charlie Doll
- Good Girls Finish Last: A Presentation on Rebellion of Leatherwomen, Hexxx
- Evolution of BIPOC folks in the Community, CreamDream and Ms Ddom
- Female Mastery, Lady D

I have been involved with the Leather and Kink communities for over a decade, and have done many presentations. Because of my race, sexuality, and/or HIV status people are intrigued, fascinated by, and even invested in my struggles and pain. It's time for that same energy to be invested in my joys. With this interactive dialogue, you will also (re)connect with the joy of being fully who you are.

Are you intrigued by the ever-changing landscape of queerness? Have you ever wondered about the significance of new flags and jargon? Maybe you find yourself questioning the relevance of these developments. Do you feel a desire to better understand the multitude of new pronouns? In a world where bridging the generation gap and establishing trust with today's youth can be challenging, how can you ensure a sense of security for your own legacy? In this class, Charlie Doll educates on Neo and Cyber Queer Culture, and will be able to provide you with comprehensive answers to all these pressing questions and more. Through his captivating class, Charlie dives deep into the complexities of these topics, offering valuable insights into Queerness today. Charlie will not only address your concerns but also help you gain an appreciation for the diversity and progress within the Queer community. Get ready for an enlightening journey that will leave you feeling informed, empowered, and deeply connected to the rich tapestry of queer culture!

One of the core characteristics of Leather History is rebellion. This presentation will cover the presence of Women in Leather, from Leather dykes to Femmes and all female identifying people in between throughout history in the U.S.

Evolution; a process of change. Black, Indigenous, People of Color are not new to the concepts of kink, BDSM, authority dynamics, or Leather. What may be “new” to the community-at-large, is the increased participation of BIPOC folks who are edge players, Masters, slaves, fetishists, educators, and even titleholders. We invite all who want to participate in active discussions about the Evolution of BIPOC folks in the Community to share space with us.

What is Female Mastery and what does it take to be a Female Master? How do you identify your role and how do others identify you? What attributes should a Female Master have? Maneuvering in a male-dominated world can be challenging until we learn how to master ourselves through our Divine Feminine Power. This class is for all who self-identify as a Female Master or have the desire to become one.