Dem Bois Podcast
Dem Bois Podcast
Advocating for Trans Equality and Resilience with Devon Ojeda, PhD
In this episode of Dem Bois Podcast I have an amazing conversation with Devon Ojeda, about the importance of community, identity, and resilience in the face of adversity. Devon shares their personal journey, including their experiences with trauma, spirituality, and the significance of their name change. They emphasize the radical act of living authentically and the importance of supporting trans rights through community and unionization. And, we touch on the potential for change and hope for the future of trans rights, highlighting the importance of visibility and collective action.
We talk:
05:53 - Finding home in Baltimore
12:10 - Devon’s journey of name change and identity
20:51 - Survival, healing, and spirituality
30:08 - Parenting and acceptance of identity
40:55 - Intersectionality in the Trans Movement
52:08 - The importance of community and solidarity
Episode References:
Dem Bois Podcast Ep. 3 - Surviving Homelessness
Read more about Devon in their bio below:
Devon Ojeda (they/he) is the Senior National Organizer at Advocates for Trans Equality (A4TE), where they build coalitions and work with government partners to advance policies supporting trans communities, including healthcare and housing. Devon describes their hormone journey as a meaningful source of healing as a trans person and survivor. Previously, he served as the 2018–2019 James Marshall Public Policy Fellow with the Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues, working for the Senate HELP Subcommittee. Devon holds a Ph.D. in Community Psychology from Wichita State University.
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