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Dominique Jackson: A Trailblazer in Transgender Advocacy and Inclusivity
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Cindy Farkas Glanzrock द्वारा प्रदान की गई सामग्री. एपिसोड, ग्राफिक्स और पॉडकास्ट विवरण सहित सभी पॉडकास्ट सामग्री Cindy Farkas Glanzrock या उनके पॉडकास्ट प्लेटफ़ॉर्म पार्टनर द्वारा सीधे अपलोड और प्रदान की जाती है। यदि आपको लगता है कि कोई आपकी अनुमति के बिना आपके कॉपीराइट किए गए कार्य का उपयोग कर रहा है, तो आप यहां बताई गई प्रक्रिया का पालन कर सकते हैं https://hi.player.fm/legal।
Dominique Jackson (@dominiquet.a.r.jackson) boldly defines what it means to be a trailblazer, innovator and rule breaker. She is famously known as Elektra Evangelista on the FX series “Pose,” as an icon in ballroom, a pageant queen, a runway model for Thierry Mugler and the Blonds, an activist and public speaker for the LGBTQ+community. Dominique speaks frankly about the need for support and inclusivity during her journey as a transsexual woman, her experiences with transitioning, immigrating from Trinidad and Tobago, and finding her identity in America. While teaching us lessons about resilience, acceptance and empathy. The importance of faith and the impact of writing her book "The Transsexual from Tobago."
Key Takeaways:
- The importance of education and etiquette in your personal growth
- Challenges and triumphs of transitioning and obtaining a green card
- The impact of trauma and the healing power of telling your story
- The need for acceptance and support within the LGBTQ+ community
- Embracing one's true self is a journey of self-discovery and acceptance.
- Representation is crucial for marginalized communities to feel seen and validated.
- Inclusivity and understanding are essential to create a welcoming and accepting society.
- Breaking societal rules can lead to personal growth,paving the way for others to do the same.
- Community organizations play a vital role in providing support and resources for marginalized communities.
Chapters:
00:00 Etiquette and Personal Growth
06:31 Navigating the Showgirl World
15:42 The Importance of Acceptance and Support
30:00 Dealing with Trauma
42:34 Giving Back
52:27 The Ballroom Community and its Impact
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