Treasures of Queer Salem

Tate, Legend Making a Safehaven for Queer Young Adults

Today we chat with Tate(they/them) who is the director of the Safehaven for Queer students at Chemeketa  Community College here in Salem. Nix and Tate bond over their shared religious upbringing while Tallow is very confused by this strange upside down world they both escaped.   Listen in to join in on the fun!

S1E17: Moss/Elana, Queer Lobbyist in the Capitol

Meet Moss Elana Lynn (they/them), a queer activist who works on queer issues, healthcare and criminal justice. Together we explore how anyone can get involved and influence the going ons in the Oregon Capitol. We also discuss just how many pets Moss has.  Resources shared:  The City of Salem Human Rights Commission: https://www.cityofsalem.net/government/boards-commissions/salem-human-rights-commission [https://www.cityofsalem.net/government/boards-commissions/salem-human-rights-commission]  Get involved by talking to your local representative: https://www.oregonlegislature.gov/FindYourLegislator/legislator-lookup.html [https://www.oregonlegislature.gov/FindYourLegislator/legislator-lookup.html] Keep tabs on the city: https://www.cityofsalem.net/government/city-council-mayor/city-council-meetings [https://www.cityofsalem.net/government/city-council-mayor/city-council-meetings]

S1E16: Craig, Unapologetically Gay Man and Federal DEI Advocate

Today Craig shares the ups and downs of federal employment in our turbulent era for LGBTQ+ rights and attitudes. Craig is an avid traveler and currently lives in Oregon with his husband, Edison, and their two fur-babies: Mochi and Uni. Craig has successfully managed several multimillion-dollar portfolios that drive operational and policy changes that align with equity-driven goals.

S1E15: Georgia, Queer Instigator and Advocate

Today we're chatting with Georgia (She/they/Georgia) a trans Advocate. They tell us about their journey from a victim of trafficking to provider and administrator of programs for LGBTQ+ youth, adults and women.

S1E14: Mathew, From Treasurer To President of Capital Pride 2026

Capital Pride is the big umbrella for the Queer community here in Salem. It organizes the two big pride events we have, Pride in the Park and City Pride, as well as dozens of smaller gatherings. Today we chat with Mathew (he/him) the President of Capital Pride. He was Treasurer at the time of this recording.  https://salemcapitalpride.org/