An Interview with Nonbinary Running Advocate Jake Fedorowski
+ University offering Queer, Trans, and Sexuality Studies, a Nonbinary Black Filmmaker's Debut, and Trans folks at the Paralympics
Ya’ll, if you’re a nonbinary athlete, this edition of Positively Nonbinary truly is for you. Not only do we have great news about more marathons making space for nonbinary runners, but our guest is someone who helped make this change happen.
I’m excited to introduce Jake Fedorowski, runner, creator of nonbinaryrunning.com, and overall lovely human. I met Jake through a LinkedIn group made to connect with other queer and trans professionals. (If you’re an LinkedIn user looking for a community like that, email me and I’ll direct you to the page.)
Jake and I talked about what a historic time it is for nonbinary runners, their experience working with marathons on inclusion practices, their vision for the future, and so much more.
But first, as always, the news:
Events & Opportunities
Gallery: Maria Izabella Lehtsaar exhibition 'Bruised Lilac' opens in Tallinn
The exhibition featuring the work of nonbinary artist Maria Izabella Lehtsaar open through 9/6 in Tallinn, Estonia.
Segerstrom plans month of community-oriented events for LatinX Heritage Month
From 9/14 to 10/5, the Costa Mesa Segerstrom Center for Arts will be hosting a series of events for LatinX Heritage Month, including a workshop with nonbinary trans Latin dance instructor.
Sync and licensing workshops online for women, trans, and nonbinary people
UK nonprofit Saffron is hosting a series of online workshops throughout fall focused on developing music careers for trans, nonbinary, and women folk.
Arts & Culture
“SEEKING MAVIS BEACON”
A look at nonbinary Black filmmaker Jazmin Jones’s debut feature.
A New Show at The Ringling Features Jess T. Dugan’s Striking, Intimate Photo Portraits
A feature on Jess T. Dugan, a queer, nonbinary artist, and the themes of their current exhibit.
Queer Romance Author Casey McQuiston on Centering Pleasure in The Pairing
An interview with McQuiston on their latest novel. (I finished The Pairing last week and am simply not okay.)
‘Kaos’ brings Greek mythology to modern times, with a dose of queerness
I’ve heard great things so far, but I’m especially excited to watch now that I know it was written and produced by a nonbinary creator.
Warhammer Age of Sigmar introduces one of its first nonbinary human heroes
A new nonbinary Stormcast hero was announced in the Game Workshop recent preview show.
2 Joyful New Kids’ Books With Nonbinary Protagonists
Including books with human and animal characters.
Research & Legislation
Trans Kids More Often Turn to Teachers Than Parents for Help
More much needed research on trans youth!
MA students can obtain LGBT certificate through courses like 'Transgender Literature'
A group of colleges in Massachusetts will offer a certificate on Queer, Trans, and Sexuality studies, with courses such as Nonbinary Romanticism (jealous) and Transgender Literature.
Sports
FACT SHEET: ITALIAN SPRINTER VALENTINA PETRILLO AND PARTICIPATION OF TRANSGENDER, NONBINARY ATHLETES IN THE 2024 PARIS PARALYMPIC GAMES
A reference source for facts on trans, nonbinary, and intersex athletes at the paralympics, dating back to the 1930s.
Maine Marathon becomes one of first races to offer equal cash prizes to nonbinary athletes
10 nonbinary runners will be competing for equal cash prices in the upcoming Portland race.
Nonbinary Philadelphia Marathon runners can now compete for non-elite open division awards
While nonbinary runners are still excluded from elite categories, they can now compete for cash prizes in non-elite categories.
Team LGBTQ at the 2024 Paris Summer Paralympics
A database of profiles of the LGBTQ athletes in the Paralympics that you can filter by sport or country.
Good Reads & Essays
Hiking my way out of labels on a trail to the true me
A personal essay on discovering the layers of queerness, gender, and self without labels.
My first date with a girl went surprisingly well
An excerpt from nonbinary author Ginelle Testa’s new book “Make a Home out of You.”
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