After taking some time away to do some self-reflection, education on my own terms, and outreaches, I was lucky to connect with this awesome Denver-based LGBTQ nonprofit. It's not the normal podcast I do, but yesterday I had the chance to speak with the manager of the young adults programs at the Center on Colfax, Viet.

During the episode, we talk about the resources they offer, toxic masculinity, the hardships the LGBTQ community and people of color go through, racism, accountability, but also what it looks like and really means to create inclusive communities, and the role I can play in that.

I know topics like this can take a toll, so I want to say thanks again to the Center and Viet for being willing to share their knowledge and personal experiences. It's not perfect, and I'm not perfect. It's full of questions, and being corrected, and that's exactly what it was meant to be. I can only continue to learn, be better, and hold myself to a higher standard.

With all this said, I'll be making a base donation towards the meaningful work they do, and I'll be adding the donation link below and matching any that come in from you guys.

This may have been the first step, but it won't be the last. Love y'all.

Donate - https://lgbtqcolorado.org/support/give/thanks-for-your-support/