In the USA right now, every day brings another attack on transgender identities, lives, and existence. We were eager to check in with Dina Nina Martinez--public servant, activist, comedian, queer minster, and so much more--to understand the current crisis from her point of view. Moreso, we wanted to know where she is turning for hope, community, and spiritual nourishment. The lives and safety of people we love are on the line, just to be kicked around as a political football by those who exploit them to spread fear and gain votes. The time to stand up for our trans family is now.

Dina Nina serves as the 15th District Alder in Madison, WI (and is the first trans woman ever elected to office there.) She is also a performer, minister, speaker, and so much more. You can find out more about Dina Nina's creative, ministerial, and political work at her website dinanina.com. She also encourages you to check out the services and offerings at Light of Love Fellowship, an inclusive and affirming faith ​community, an organization which aims "to encourage connection with the divine, ​provide a safe space for those who have faced adversity within ​faith communities, and promote love as our guiding principle."

Dina Nina Martinez-Rutherford Website: https://dinanina.com/

Light of Love Fellowship Website: https://lightoflovefellowship.com/

Dina Nina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dinaninaxo/

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