Together in Pride
It’s Pride Month in the United States and in many countries around the world, and although this year’s events are overshadowed by the horrifying actions of some world leaders (including… Read More »Together in Pride
Voices of Spencer Pride
This is the Moment, and Other Thoughts from WorldPride
Written by Jonathan Balash, Spencer Pride’s President and Programming Director This past weekend, I represented Spencer Pride in Washington, D.C. at WorldPride along with my husband Jacob and… Read More »This is the Moment, and Other Thoughts from WorldPride
Finding Peace, Love, and Joy in Community
Spring is here, and there are early seasonal flowers blooming, trees budding, and the world around us is slowly greening. Growth is the theme everywhere, and that opportunity exists for… Read More »Finding Peace, Love, and Joy in Community
Discussing Community, Yoga, and COMMUNITY Yoga with Julie Madewell
Julie Madewell, leader of Spencer Pride’s newest program, COMMUNITY Yoga, recently sat down (virtually) for an interview with Jonathan Balash, Spencer Pride’s Director of Programming. They discussed the program, Julie’s… Read More »Discussing Community, Yoga, and COMMUNITY Yoga with Julie Madewell
The Road to Spencer Pride
Greetings! Check us out in this featured article that discusses the documentary being made about Spencer Pride!
Spencer Pride Documentary
Did you know that the work of Spencer Pride is going to be featured in documentary? Have you seen Mitch Teplitsky at many of our events? Check out the small… Read More »Spencer Pride Documentary
What Pride Means (to Me), by Katie
This post was written by Spencer Pride Vice President Katie Zuber. When I was a junior in college, I signed up for Alternative Spring Break. My group traveled to Minneapolis… Read More »What Pride Means (to Me), by Katie
What Pride Means (to Me), by Joy
This post was written by Spencer Pride’s Youth Empowerment Director, Joy Hellman. I wanted to contribute to Spencer Pride Spirit Day by sharing about my involvement with Spencer Pride &… Read More »What Pride Means (to Me), by Joy
What Pride Means (to Me), by Rex
This post was written by Spencer Pride’s Outreach Director, Rex Hinkle. I wanted to contribute to Spencer Pride Spirit Day & LGBTQ+ Pride Month by sharing about what Pride means… Read More »What Pride Means (to Me), by Rex
What Pride Means (to Me), by Jonathan
This post was written by Spencer Pride president, Jonathan Balash. To me, “Pride” has a powerful meaning. Having just passed my 39th birthday not too long ago, I’ve officially been… Read More »What Pride Means (to Me), by Jonathan
Why #ITDOV is Important to Me
I love the first transgender person I ever met, my daughter. My name is Nathaniel Clawson, and I am the Treasurer of Spencer Pride. My daughter was telling us who… Read More »Why #ITDOV is Important to Me
Is it Possible to Legislate Dignity? (My Voice, by Kim Fidler)
Happy spring! Now that the legislative session is over, it is time to discuss what was and was not accomplished. My friends, I am sorry to say that this will… Read More »Is it Possible to Legislate Dignity? (My Voice, by Kim Fidler)
Spring Cleanup at the Owen County Public Library (My Voice, by Eric Jones)
Earlier today, Spencer Pride continued its march toward its 10-year anniversary with our February community service event – Clean up at the Owen County Public Library. The Library will be… Read More »Spring Cleanup at the Owen County Public Library (My Voice, by Eric Jones)
Love. (My Voice, by Kim Fidler)
With February being the month to celebrate love, I thought it fitting to discuss some of the characteristics that may lead to love (more specifically, romantic love). Some of these… Read More »Love. (My Voice, by Kim Fidler)
Tell Your Elected Officials to Support LGBT Equality! (My Voice, by Kim Fidler)
During his State of the State address, Governor Mike Pence, stated that he would prioritize religious freedom over civil rights protections for LGBT citizens of Indiana. While he also stated… Read More »Tell Your Elected Officials to Support LGBT Equality! (My Voice, by Kim Fidler)
Resolving to (Make) Change for the Better (My Voice, by Kim Fidler)
I had the opportunity in November to attend a celebration of life for the father of a very dear friend. I heard many people speak and some people sing. We… Read More »Resolving to (Make) Change for the Better (My Voice, by Kim Fidler)
Spreading Cheer (MY VOICE, by Kim Fidler)
As the Christmas holiday approaches and the stores are already stocked with gifts, decorations, and more, I cannot help but think about how some people will go into debt in… Read More »Spreading Cheer (MY VOICE, by Kim Fidler)
Assess Your Relationships! (MY VOICE, by Kim Fidler)
Happy Thanksgiving! November is a wonderful month to think about family and friends. As we prepare for the holidays and see some people that we do not see often, it… Read More »Assess Your Relationships! (MY VOICE, by Kim Fidler)
The Terrifying Tale of Terrible Role Models (MY VOICE, by Kim Fidler)
October is the month for celebrating Halloween and all things that are scary. It is frightening for me to think about the role models of today. In the days where… Read More »The Terrifying Tale of Terrible Role Models (MY VOICE, by Kim Fidler)
Normal. What is that Anyway? (MY VOICE, by Kim Fidler)
As a poor kid growing up, all I wanted was to be normal. I wanted to have a nice house with indoor plumbing. I wanted nice clothes. I wanted to… Read More »Normal. What is that Anyway? (MY VOICE, by Kim Fidler)
