Ceinwen (they/them) is an Art Therapist that has been living in Wangaratta for around 6 years.
In this episode, Ceinwein speaks to the common experience of growing up regionally and then moving to the city as soon as possible to find community. They share their journey of moving back to Wangaratta and now building a community for young LGBTQIA+ people there. Ceinwen was the facilitator of the My Self: Portrait Series for the Regional Activation Program in 2023. They speak about how these workshops unfolded and the importance of meeting people where they are at. Ceinwen shares about how the creation of social events is often seen as a priority, but how a lot of folk are actually looking to feel more safe and accepted in their own lives and how this has shifted their work towards advocacy.
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Episode Credits
Wayfinder, Interviewer & Editing : Helene Thomas
Episode Introduction: Allison Winters
Pridefinder Midsumma Team
Ashlee Hints: Community Engagement Manager
Bec Cooen: Project and Program Manager – Victoria's Pride
Danae Reid: Regional Community Engagement Coordinator
Felicity McIntosh: Marketing & Communications Manager
Martin Broadley: Programming Administrator
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Music Credits
Intro/Outro “10c Coffee” by Clamshell
“Sage the Hunter” by Landsman Duets
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