XOXA is a Brooklyn-based female, queer, and non-binary DJ and artist collective, founded by nightlife producer Kira Ibañez. In 2017, Ibañez created the collective with the intention of filling the void in the cis-centric New York City nightlife scene by marrying together the underground electronic music scene and queer nightlife, creating a safe and inclusive space for queer people and women.

Since its inception Ibañez has passionately provided a deliberate platform for female and non-binary DJs to perform and showcase their work. Often times the cis-community will make excuses that they can’t find queer and non-binary artists, when in reality they are either ignoring them or not taking the time to invest in a little research.

“I was meeting all these incredibly talented DJs who were only ever slotted to open for men, so I created a space to put them all on one lineup and give them the credit they deserved,” Ibañez said. By ensuring spotlights for queer and non-binary performers, she created a safe space.