By Shayna Croft Here are some things that grind my heart about being LGBTQ. People say that we are not special. The fact is no one said we were, we had to fight hard to be married to who we love because not every state would allow it. Any straight couple could marry and not… Continue reading Journey
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A Local LGBTQ Emerging Artist
My name is Emerson, I am 17, and I am an artist. As a non-binary person, I have a unique perspective on life and the interactions with people around me, and I use these insights to create artwork that reflects both my identity and the universal struggle of genderqueer individuals to show their authentic self.… Continue reading A Local LGBTQ Emerging Artist
Five Things I Would Tell My Younger Self
By Shayna Croft 1. Being gay is not a bad thing. Embrace it and make it yours.2. It is always OK to be you, no matter what people say. We need nobody’s approval. We are who we are. We are no different from anyone else.3. God makes no mistakes. 4. We are all on different… Continue reading Five Things I Would Tell My Younger Self
Q&A With a Non-Binary Person
By Emerson Harman My name is Emerson Harman, I’m 17 years old, and I am non-binary. Non-binary as a gender identity is difficult to define, as it means something different to everyone who labels themselves that way. For me, however, being non-binary means that I don’t feel as though I am strictly any specific gender,… Continue reading Q&A With a Non-Binary Person
PRIDE Flag Fundraiser
Show your Support! PRIDE flag fundraiser – Support the LGBTQ+ community, financially and visually! With any generous donation of at least $5 to SWRA you’ll get a small surprise delivered right to your front door (within 30 minutes of Platteville). Proceeds benefit the ongoing support, advocacy, and advancement of our LGBTQIA+ community right here in southwest… Continue reading PRIDE Flag Fundraiser
Fundraiser: Purchase the Special PRIDE Blend 2020 Coffee from Badger Brothers
lovewins special PRIDE blend coffee is being sold as a fundraiser for SWRA by Badger Brothers Coffee on Main in Platteville. 50% of all purchases will go directly to SWRA to benefit the ongoing support, advocacy, and advancement of our LGBTQIA community right here in southwest Wisconsin. Stop and pick up a bag for yourself. While… Continue reading Fundraiser: Purchase the Special PRIDE Blend 2020 Coffee from Badger Brothers