When he’s not kayaking, hanging out with his dog, or teaching our community about PrEP as an HIV-prevention tool, Maxwell is in school to become a substance use counselor. Name/Nickname: Maxwell Bradley/MaxPronouns: He/HimJob title: PrEP Coordinator/Prevention Specialist Where’d you come from and what’d you do there? U.S. Navy, I was a ship mechanic on the…
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LGBT Life Center Adds a Housing Advocate to the Team
Our new housing advocate brings experience from Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH. Welcome to the team, Matthew! Name/Nickname: Matthew / MattPronouns: he/himJob title: Housing Case Manager Where’d you come from, and what’d you do there?I previously worked as a Resource Coordinator in the Behavioral Health Department at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH. I’m here…
Welcoming Danielle Herman to Our Finance Team!
Welcome aboard! Name: Danielle HermanPronouns: She / HerJob: Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable Specialist Where’d you come from, and what’d you do there?I worked in the billing department at a law firm in Downtown Norfolk. I’m here to help you with…Grant reimbursements and accounts payable! How did you become interested in working at the LGBT Life Center?I wanted to…
Our New AR/AP Specialist: Glad to be Here, Queer, and Loves Black Mirror
When Danielle isn’t balancing the books, you can find her taking care of Sable, her 21-year-old horse, or watching an episode of Netflix’s mind-bending Black Mirror.
Gov. Glen Youngkin Administration Quietly Enacts a Form of “Don’t Say Gay” in Virginia
Gov. Glen Youngkin administration quietly enacts a form of “Don’t Say Gay,” in Virginia.
“No Gays Allowed” Now Essentially Protected by 303 Creative Supreme Court Ruling
The Supreme Court’s ruling in 303 Creative v. Elenis is a unprecedented blow to equality and freedom.
Our New Benefits Coordinator Connects People to Care to Improve Lives
Name/Nickname: Craig Pronouns: He/himJob title: Benefits Coordinator Where’d you come from and what’d you do there? Portsmouth Dept. Of Social Services, Benefits Program Manager I’m here to help you with… Signing up for and help understanding medical insurance and other benefits that folx may qualify for. How did you become interested in working at the LGBT Life…
From Island Hopper to Advocate: Meet Ezra Sasao, Our Transportation Specialist
Whether for pleasure or LGBT Life Center clients, Ezra is booking transportation for someone when they’re not sleeping! You can often find Ezra traversing Pacific islands or advocating for LGBTQ+ rights. Name/Nickname: Ezra SasaoPronouns: He/theyJob title: Transportation Specialist Where’d you come from and what’d you do there? I’m from a beautiful island in the Pacific…
Positivity and Purpose Balance our New Finance Director
Being part of a mission and giving back drives Britney, who works for LGBT Life Center as a full-time remote employee from her home in Upstate New York. When she’s not living out a reality TV show with her 4 children (5 if you count her husband), she’s watching one on Bravo. Name/Nickname: Britney BreitschPronouns:…
Our New Director of Community Engagement is Celebrating 17 years at LGBT Life Center
Michelle has dedicated most of her career to HIV and LGBTQ+ service, putting 17 years and counting into LGBT Life Center. Her knowledge, passion, and empathy are unparalleled. We’re thrilled to announce her as Director of Community Engagement! Name/Nickname: Michelle Reed (Che)Pronouns: She/herJob title: Director of Community Engagement Where’d you come from, and what’d you…