This past weekend I had the honor of volunteering with I'm From Driftwood. This is a nation-wide organization that produces videos of the LGBTQIA experience in this country, funded in part by the Smithsonian, and represents all walks of life. Here are a couple pictures from the first ever Philly brunch at the new John C. Anderson apartments:
Our duo-We raised $800 with raffle tickets by schmoozing up to people!
A photograph during the event! It was packed by the end!
VISION
I’m From Driftwood envisions a world where every lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer person feels understood and accepted, and every straight person is an ally.
MISSION
I’m From Driftwood aims to help LGBTQ people learn more about their community, straight people learn more about their neighbors and everyone learn more about themselves through the power of storytelling and story sharing.
I’m From Driftwood aims to help LGBTQ people learn more about their community, straight people learn more about their neighbors and everyone learn more about themselves through the power of storytelling and story sharing.
Increasing empathy and empowering individuals is accomplished by creating an apolitical forum for LGBTQ stories from every age, race, gender, background and culture. The stories deepen our understanding of each other, preserve history, and open hearts and minds.
VALUES
The most personal and meaningful stories are shared when the storyteller is in a trust-worthy, welcoming, judgment-free environment. I’m From Driftwood strives to create that environment on every level, whether you’re a long-time supporter at one of IFD’s events or a first-time visitor to the site. Be yourself, be comfortable and let’s get to know each other.
The most personal and meaningful stories are shared when the storyteller is in a trust-worthy, welcoming, judgment-free environment. I’m From Driftwood strives to create that environment on every level, whether you’re a long-time supporter at one of IFD’s events or a first-time visitor to the site. Be yourself, be comfortable and let’s get to know each other.
I really suggest watching this video about what I'm From Driftwood is about:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rHdKPa6Ue30
I have talked to Nathan Manske, the Co-Founder and Executive Producer, about staying involved as I travel for the next year and he said that would be wonderful. This is an organization that does exactly what I want to do with the LGBT movement. I think it is very important not to stay hidden in the urban centers of gayborhoods and liberal values. I think it is important to assist the gay guys in rural areas that have no way out and feel isolated and trapped. I am proud of the gay movement and I think it is time to reach it out on a nation wide level!
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