The Pacific Northwest is a source of inspiration for moving my body, whether through trail running or road biking. Endurance sports are a significant part of my life and have had a profoundly impactful effect in many ways. It helps me think clearly, and is a way for me to turn down the loud to find the quiet. Yet, no matter how much I run, the trails always felt empty when the people who meant so much to me in my life did not participate due to binary gender categories and/or heteronormativity that exists in many running environments.

​

Following an injury at the end of 2023, I redirected my time from participating in endurance sports to volunteering as an event coordinator for a world-qualifying off-road triathlon, XTERRA Sleeping Giant. During this time, I noticed a significant gap in representation for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and implemented inclusive gender categories, gender-affirming deferral policies, along with pregnancy deferral policies. I brought this experience to Victoria, and founded the Victoria Queer Run Club.

 

As a cis, queer, woman, I am committed to acknowledge my privilege, advocate, and support for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in endurance sports. I love sharing this passion, and if you are also committed to this philosophy, let's uplift community together.

​