The UNIQUES festival a celebration of equality and inclusion, is set to take place on 12 September 2026 at the Cité du cinéma in Saint-Denis. This year, the festival features Noam Sinseau a renowned humorist known for her advocacy for LGBTQIA+ rights. Sinseau’s participation highlights the festival’s mission to make inclusion tangible and accessible to all.
The event, organized by Diversidays and supported by têtu aims to bring together communities, businesses, and associations to discuss and promote equality. With an expected 15,000 visitors the festival promises to be a significant gathering for those passionate about social justice and representation.
Noam Sinseau’s Advocacy for LGBTQIA+ Inclusion
Noam Sinseau has been a vocal advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community, emphasizing the importance of representation and safe spaces. In a recent interview, she shared her thoughts on the challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals and the steps needed to foster inclusion.
When asked about the greatest inequality affecting the LGBTQIA+ community, Sinseau responded, ‘All of thems. The experiences of LGBTQIA+ individuals vary greatly depending on whether they identify as L, G, B, T, or Q, I, A, or more. Treating the community as a single, unified bloc is the biggest issue we face.’
Sinseau’s work focuses on creating spaces where queer people of color can feel safe and understood. She expressed pride in developing cultural projects that highlight and celebrate these often marginalized voices. ‘Creating spaces, spectacles, and cultural objects that make queer people of color feel safe and understood is what drives me,’ she stated.
The Importance of Being Heard
Sinseau believes that the key to feeling included lies in being heard. ‘Our experiences have always been shouted by us but rarely heard,’ she explained. ‘To feel included, we must feel listened to and understood.’
This sentiment resonates deeply with the mission of the UNIQUES festival, which seeks to make the principles of inclusion concrete and accessible. The festival offers a platform for open dialogue and the sharing of diverse experiences, fostering a sense of community and belonging.
Optimism for the Future
Looking ahead, Sinseau finds hope in the younger generation. ‘The new generation is more aware and more rebellious,’ she said. ‘I fear being canceled every day, and that’s a good sign. We are in an era of questioning everything, of challenging and evolving concepts, and I love that. Nothing is fixed; everything evolves.’
This optimism is reflected in the diverse program of the UNIQUES festival, which includes conferences, practical workshops, recruitment stands, and mentoring sessions. The festival covers a range of topics, from employment and entrepreneurship to mental health and artificial intelligence, all aimed at promoting equality and accessibility.
The UNIQUES festival is more than just an event; it’s a movement towards greater visibility and action for equality. By bringing together different stakeholders, the festival aims to create lasting connections and opportunities for all.
For those interested in attending, the festival is free and open to the public. Mark your calendars for 12 September 2026 and join the conversation at the Cité du cinéma in Saint-Denis.
