What's On Top with Juli Stratton and Friends
Hey there, welcome to What’s On Top! This is the space where I get to share what’s been on my mind, in my heart, or just in the air around me lately. Each episode will be a mix of personal stories, trending topics, and things that just deserve a little spotlight. Sometimes I’ll be solo, and sometimes I’ll have a friend to talk with.
What’s on top is a phrase I have used for a long time. It just describes the things that are sitting closest to the surface, whether they are on my mind or in my heart. Leave a comment if something resonates with you, or if there is something you want me to explore with you. I really hope you come back and join me for an episode of “what’s on top”.
Until next time, take care of yourself. And don’t forget to pause once in a while and ask: What’s On Top?
(What's on Top is the newest iteration of the former podcasts Inside Out and From The Heart. You can still access the former episodes).
What's On Top with Juli Stratton and Friends
"Living Out Loud" with Kimberly Gazzo (parenting a trans child and LGBTQ faith community)
Today's guest is Kimberly Gazzo, North Idaho Pride Alliance Community Builder, fierce loving parent of a transgender child, minister and LGBTQ faith community advocate. Kimberly will share part of her journey of parenting a transgender child and living out her faith with the LGTBQ community. If you would like to contact Kimberly email nipridealliance@gmail.com.
Below is a list of resources for parents of a LGBTQ child, LGBTQ faith communities and general resources on gender and sexuality.
PFLAG is the first and largest organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) people, their parents and families, and allies. PLFAG was founded in 1973 after the simple act of a mother publicly supporting her gay son. PFLAG.org. If you are interested in starting back up a chapter in Coeur d’Alene please contact nipridealliance@gmail.com.
Harmony is non-profit organization whose mission is to provide advocacy, education, and resources for Queer voices in Community of Christ with a shared vision of full participation. https://www.harmony.lgbt/
Human Rights Campaign. Resources for people with transgender family members. https://www.hrc.org/resources/resources-for-people-with-transgender-family-members
Gender Spectrum works to create gender sensitive and inclusive environments for all children and teens. Their website is filled with education, concepts of gender and sexuality, on-line programs and groups and other useful resources. https://www.genderspectrum.org
For a list of LGBTQ affirming churches, and other resources, in the Coeur d’Alene area visit the North Idaho Pride Alliance website: https://www.nipridealliance.com/resources
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