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Artist and skater Kim Horton shares how skateboarding helped them heal, reconnect, and find queer community after trauma.

“When people see someone finding success in really being who they are and doing something that makes them happy, that gives them permission to do the same, and maybe they can leave a miserable situation or shitty job and thrive in a new story.”

As a third-generation Black-Indigenous Oregonian, I’m dedicated to equity and economic justice. At Prosper Portland, I drive inclusive policies to uplift underrepresented communities. Inspired by past leaders, I focus on shifting power dynamics, fostering opportunity, and building lasting impact—both professionally and through deep community connections, advocacy, and collaboration.

How to Be a Beginner: A Workshop Series on Expanding Your Capacity for the Unknown
In times of uncertainty and change, navigating the unknown can feel overwhelming. How to Be a Beginner is a transformative workshop series designed to help you build resilience, curiosity, and self-trust as you engage with new experiences. Hosted by Lesbian Culture Club, this series offers tools and practices to strengthen your ability to meet change with confidence and ease.
What to Expect:
Understand Your Nervous System – Learn how your body reacts to uncertainty and simple ways to regulate and ground yourself...