Respecting and Understanding
Pride In Our Peers
Where It All Began
A small public school's GSA (gender sexuality alliance) were reporting harassment both in and out of the classroom for being LGBT+, so the leaders created a presentation to give to the high school staff.
What Is Our Goal
To create an inclusive, welcoming, understanding environment for all LGBT+ people to function in. Whether it be in school or a workplace, we work to make sure everyone has access to the same experience.
Why This Is Important
All around the globe, there are LGBT+ people being harassed, threatened, invalidated, and ignored for something they can not control. Because of this, LGBT+ people are silenced and held back. These people have so much potential that is being stifled by our society.
For a more in-depth answer to why this is important, I wrote a piece on why and how I started Pride In Our Peers. Go to https://www.wfmn.org/pride-in-our-potential/.
Who Am I
I am one of the GSA leaders from the original presentation. I am a pansexual, gender-fluid, changemaker. I am excited to work with you to make this world a better place.
Testimonials
"Ollie brings personal experience and professional poise to the experience of LGBT+ students navigating the education system. Hearing this perspective and these voices are essential to better serve the needs of an ever-diversifying student population."
Jim Lane
"Ollie's presentation to faculty at the High School reinforced our growth to ensure each student feels a part of our school community. Faculty appreciated the well prepared presentation and have embraced Ollie's recommendations for equity in the classroom. Ollie has outstanding public speaking skills and has done the hard work to be prepared. Faculty was highly impressed with Ollie's professionalism and prepared presentation. I would highly recommend Ollie to speak to any organization to continue to improve better environments for all"
Kathe Nickleby
