Riley (he/him) is a 15-year-old trans man from Wonthaggi with a passion for climate change awareness, disability rights, and queer activism.
In this episode, Riley shares his journey of self-discovery, including realizing he was queer at a young age and later identifying as a trans man. He discusses the challenges of navigating school environments, moving to a new school where he found a supportive community, and how safe spaces like the YES Youth Hub have been transformative for him. Riley also reflects on the importance of advocacy, his aspirations for the future, and his belief in empowering others to use their voices for change.
Trigger Warnings: Bullying, transphobia, and discussions of mental health challenges.
If this content may be triggering for you, please seek support from a loved one or one of the helplines at the bottom of this description.
This podcast is released every Friday and could not have been possible without the support of our local community partners, Midsumma and the Fairer Victoria portfolio of the Victorian State Government.
Episode Credits
Producer, Interviewer & Editing: Helene Thomas
Co-Producer: Ashlee Hints
Music & Underscoring: Mieke Louise
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Music Credits
Original jingle and underscoring music written, composed, recorded and produced by Mieke Louise, a queer singer/songwriter and advocate from regional Victoria.
You can find out more about Mieke's coming music releases on their instagram @miekesmusik or on Spotify
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