Temir Kalbaev

Temir Kalbaev is a media expert, researcher, and activist based in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. He is an author and co-author of several queer community publications.

From <em>Kyzteke</em> to <em>Kumsa</em>: Queer identity in the Kyrgyz language

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From Kyzteke to Kumsa: Queer identity in the Kyrgyz language

Written by Temir Kalbaev, Illustrated by Hagra

Tracing the linguistic roots of queer Kyrgyz words, Temir Kalbaev describes their evolution in media and academia from pejorative slur to human rights activism.