The trans community has lost a talented, intelligent, and beautiful person. Bryn Kelly was an artist, a musician, a singer, an activist, a writer, a role model, a leader, a
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Fixing Society: Leelah Alcorn, Cis Allyship, and Trans ErasureFixing Society: Leelah Alcorn, Cis Allyship, and Trans Erasure
*Trigger Warning* This post discusses systematic violence and suicide. I have placed a *TW* a few sentences before text that could be especially triggering. Please take care of yourself. <3

Cincinnati Pride Continue’s a Tradition of Intimidation and IgnoranceCincinnati Pride Continue’s a Tradition of Intimidation and Ignorance
I am disappointed to see that even with plenty of strong, capable organizers on staff, Cincinnati Pride continues to value it’s own ‘pride’ over that of the community. For the second

Stepping down from Heartland Trans* Wellness Group; New adventures await!Stepping down from Heartland Trans* Wellness Group; New adventures await!
Friends, it is with joy and pride that I announce that I am stepping down from my post as the Director of Heartland Trans Wellness Group. Seven years ago, I

Trans Community Disappointed in City’s Response to Police LGBT NewsletterTrans Community Disappointed in City’s Response to Police LGBT Newsletter
Op Ed originally posted on the Cincinnati and Kentucky Enquirer’s website, February 2nd, 2015. “Last week, Cincinnati Police LGBT Liaison Officer Angela Vance was publicly reprimanded by Mayor John Cranley and
Why I Didn’t Jump: What I wish I told Leelah AlcornWhy I Didn’t Jump: What I wish I told Leelah Alcorn
*Trigger Warning* This post discusses suicidal thoughts and suicide. Details are minimal, but I have placed a *TW* in front of a paragraph that may be especially triggering. Please take care
Midwest GenderQueer Booking for 2012-2013 Tour!Midwest GenderQueer Booking for 2012-2013 Tour!
It’s that time of year again! Summer is over and I’m getting ready to bounce out into the world with lots of activisty presentations, performances, workshops, and more. Maybe this
A reminder: We are not aloneA reminder: We are not alone
I was just very pleasantly surprised by a fellow human being. This evening I was very suddenly tossed into a resources search for a local community member in need. I called the
Ohio Queer Youth Bullied, Beaten; Who is Fighting Back?Ohio Queer Youth Bullied, Beaten; Who is Fighting Back?
October 17th, in Chillicothe, Ohio a teenage boy was jumped and brutally beaten by his classmates because of his perceived queer sexual orientation. One boy attacked the 15 year old freshman while

Mind the Gap! – A Drag Uproar takes Ohio!Mind the Gap! – A Drag Uproar takes Ohio!
I am so excited for this weekend and co-producing Mind the Gap! – A Drag Uproar. This international show is going to rock the Midwest like it’s never been rocked