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What does Pride mean to you?
For me, Pride means showing up as my full self in all aspects of my life, and using my privilege as a white straight-passing woman to advocate for more marginalized folks in our 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
At work, Pride means sharing I’m in a queer relationship without shame. It’s small things, like not being afraid to share what’s going on in my life, such as celebrating an anniversary with my girlfriend.
How do you celebrate Pride?
It depends on the year! I’m not a huge parade person, but this year I will be going to the Pride Parade. Given rise in attacks on our community, I think it’s important to be visible now more than ever.
My favourite way to celebrate pride is going out dancing with my friends, being visible, and being with my partner.
What’s your go-to Pride song?
For Pride songs, a slow but lovely song is 1950 by King Princess, and for a party vibe is Femininomenon by Chapelle Roan.
Who inspires you?
So so so many people. Mardi Pieronek is a trans woman (she/they) content creator who shares stories about her experience coming of age in 1980s Vancouver.
My partner, Jess, really inspires me as well. She’s completely unafraid of trying new things, and she’s the type of person to pick up a hobby and become an expert within a month. Just for context, we went to ONE spin class together, and at the end of the class, she got recruited to teach classes. She started doing stand-up comedy a few months ago, and just did a show at the Rio last week. She’s unbelievable, and every day she reminds me how much possibility there is if you let go of fear and take a step towards your goals.
What advice would you give to someone just starting their journey in understanding Pride or allyship?
If you’re just getting started in your journey, be kind to yourself. And, if you can, find your people. Having a community to lean on and learn from is priceless.
For other 2SLGBTQIA+ folks further in their journeys, my advice would be to take an inventory of your capacity and, if you can, try to get involved with supporting one another at a community level. Whether it’s tipping drag queens, buying art from queer folks, or volunteering your talents, let’s lift one another up during this complicated time.
To the allies out there, I would say don’t be afraid to say the wrong thing if you’re trying your best to do what’s right.