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Dustin Stephens, bisexual male in the Navy

Dustin Stephens: On Combatting Stigma as a Bisexual Male in the Navy


Bisexual

A sailor discusses the stigma and challenges that come with being an openly bisexual male, and why he’s committed to being visible.

June 23, 2021
Briona Jenkins, queer Black activist

Briona Jenkins: On Being Visible as a Queer Black Woman


Queer

Austin-based activist Briona Jenkins discusses why she believes being visible as a queer Black woman is so important and why she feels called to pay it forward.

June 3, 2021

Statement on Texas Anti-Trans Legislation


Uncategorized

The blog author, a native Texan, shares the written testimony she provided to the Texas legislature on the latest anti-trans bills.

April 13, 2021
Trans history author Jen Manion

Dr. Jen Manion: On Uncovering Trans History from Centuries Past


Non-Binary/Gender Non-Conforming, Transgender

When researching social history from past centuries, Dr. Jen Manion came across a recurring theme: female husbands. Manion’s book shines light this often forgotten part of queer and trans history.

March 9, 2021

Jordan Maney: On Shifting From LGBTQ Wedding Planner to Anti-Racism Educator


Ally

Jordan Maney was an LGBTQ wedding planner, but the pandemic and racial justice reckoning required her to pivot. She redirected her passion for inclusion and is now an anti-racism educator.

November 15, 2020
Astrid Ovalles

Astrid Ovalles: On Coming Out as Lesbian and Being an Openly Kinky Filmmaker


Gay/Lesbian

Filmmaker Astrid Ovalles found that coming out as openly kinky was harder in many ways than coming out as lesbian. This is her story of navigating multiple coming outs and using her art to help normalize some taboos.

April 22, 2020
Derick Stevens-Jones, a nonbinary person in Louisiana

Derick Stevens-Jones: On Discovering Their Queer Community in Louisiana


Non-Binary/Gender Non-Conforming, Queer

After coming out as nonbinary, Derick wanted to get more involved in their queer community in Shreveport, Louisiana. So they started a movement called Queerport to celebrate their LGBTQIA art, culture, and history locally.

March 9, 2020
Janae Mari Kroc, a transgender athlete and powerlifter

Janae Marie Kroc: On Being a World-Class Transgender Athlete in the Spotlight


Non-Binary/Gender Non-Conforming, Transgender

When Janae Marie Kroczaleski, aka Kroc, came out as a transgender athlete, she thought it might be the end of her powerlifting career. Instead, it opened new doors and opportunities.

February 10, 2020
Jim Donio and Zane

James Donio: On Writing a Children’s Book About Dog Rescue, LGBTQ Families, and Love


Gay/Lesbian

After he and his husband’s dog passed away, James was devastated. The adoption of a shelter dog, Zane, mended their broken hearts and inspired James to write a children’s book about their journey.

December 18, 2019
Kathryn Gonzales in Austin, Texas

Kathryn Gonzales: On Overcoming the Trans Narrative and Making the World Better for LGBTQIA+ Youth


Transgender

Kathryn Gonzales delayed her transition since she didn’t fit the typical trans narrative. Over time, she found herself and is now devoted to helping LGBTQIA youth thrive.

December 9, 2019

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