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Today we’re sharing some updates as it relates to November Project Global. If you have questions about anything in this blog, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your city’s Co-Leader or contact us here.
Effective May 1st, November Project will move from a Paid Employee operating model to a Volunteer Run operating model
Hi! We’re Sarah (they/them) from Minneapolis, Foley (she/they) from Washington D.C, and Em (she/her) from NYC! We are a trio of Queer Co-leaders who found our little chosen family through the November Project community. We wanted to take the time during Pride Month to tell you all a little bit about us, queer friendships, and the impact it’s made on our time leading our respective NP cities!
Happy Pride Month! Today we’re celebrating with Vance, one of our Co-leaders in NP LA. Vance is the one of two leaders to carry the queer torch in LA.
What words do you use to describe your full identity/all your identities?
Bisexual/pansexual
Who are some of the LGBTQIA2S+ athletes in the world of running/sport that you look up to?
Honestly, none. I can’t say I have any sports idols. I love watching almost every sport, especially the Olympics, and when I hear about queer athletes it definitely resonates with me – but I’m a little bi-stracted to keep up with anything 😉
Happy Pride Month! Today we’re celebrating with one of our Co-leaders in NP Winnipeg. Danny (they/them) brings compassion and vulnerability to their community and shares how their queer journey runs tandem with their time as a Co-leader.
What words do you use to describe your full identity/all your identities?
Danny the Demidude, demimale, demiboy, non-binary, they/them causing mayhem.
Happy Juneteenth! This holiday, which began in 1865 and became a federal holiday in the UNited States in 2021, celebrates the commemoration of the end of slavery* in the United States, and has become a day that also celebrates the rich history and heritage of the African American and Black community and works to instill a sense of heritage and pride in Black youth. Historian Mitch Kachun considers the celebrations of the end of slavery to have three goals: “to celebrate, to educate, and to agitate.” Enter, Martinus Evans.
Did you know that Canada celebrates Asian Heritage Month in May as well? Today we head north to round out our celebration with Mei (she/her) in NP Toronto who’s never regretted a morning she decided to #JustShowUp.
What words do you use to describe your full identity/all your identities?
Chinese Canadian, Canadian-born Chinese, Asian, mom (to a furbaby and a human baby)
Today, we continue our celebration of AANHPI month with Vince (he/him), current Co-leader in NP Chicago. As new Co-leader, Vince is just getting his feet wet when it comes to leading a group but he grounds himself in his heritage and trusting his community.
What words do you use to describe your full identity/all your identities?
Filipino-American (Fil-Am)
Today, we continue our celebration of AANHPI month with Young (he/him), current Co-leader in NP DC. Co-leader is just one of the many hats Young wears but he knows how to #JustShowUp for all the communities he’s a part of.
What words do you use to describe your full identity/all your identities
Public Servant / Father / Husband / Brother / Son / Friend / Community Member
Happy Holi to all of our friends celebrating today – may your day be filled with light, laughter, and generosity.
Holi, also known as The Festival of Colours, The Festival of Spring, and The Festival of Love, is one of the most popular and significant festivals in Hinduism. The celebration marks the beginning of spring in India, celebrates the eternal and divine love of the gods Radha and Krishna, and the triumph of good over evil. Holi originated predominantly in the Indian subcontinent, but has spread to other regions of Asia and the Western world through the Indian diaspora (the dispersion or spread of people from their homeland).
2022 Power Woman of the Year, Women’s Running Magazine
Most Influential African Americans aged 25-45, The Root 100
Run Happy Advocate, Brooks
Athlete Ambassador, Athlete Ally
Advisory Board, Strava
Board Member, &Mother
Co-founder, Running Industry Diversity Coalition
Founder, Harlem Run
Founder, Run4AllWomen