Shaena Johnson is a former GUTC Fellow and brings years of experience in philanthropy and LGBTQ movements, particularly in the U.S. South to her work as the Interim Out in the South Project Director. Born and raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Shaena brings over 15 years of organizing and advocacy experience as well as her extensive work in the community focusing on issues facing LGBTQ youth in the juvenile justice system. Shaena investigated conditions of confinement for incarcerated youth and supported defense attorneys with zealous advocacy and investigation for court-involved youth in New Orleans as a Youth Advocate and later […]
Our three year strategy presents a bold new vision and mission for Funders for LGBTQ Issues, outlining four strategic directions toward our new North Star. OUR NORTH STAR In 3 years, Funders for LGBTQ Issues will be a bridge between movements and funders, creating a robust, responsive, and organized philanthropic funding infrastructure for fully resourcing intersectional LGBTQ movements. MISSION + VISION Funders for LGBTQ Issues’ three year strategy outlines a bold new mission for the organization and for the first time provides an organizational vision statement. Vision We envision a world where all queer, trans, and gender non-conforming people […]