I need the monies.
In March, I will be taking a two-month bus journey across America to
schools that ban the enrollment of openly lesbian, gay, bisexual,
transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) students. There are currently over 200
colleges and universities in the U.S. that have policies prohibiting
these students, most of which are private religious or military schools.
I will travel to these schools with approximately 25 other young adults
bringing a message of hope and healing to the students there, both queer
and straight.
Many of these colleges are living nightmares for LGBTQ students who are
forced to hide their identities, go to harmful "reparative therapies,"
or be expelled. Many cannot reconcile their faith and sexuality and
commit suicide on the very campuses that cannot accept them.
I am writing to ask for your support, be it any kind that you have. If
you do not have money, that's ok! But, your blessing and words of
encouragement would mean a lot to me. My presence on the Soulforce
Equality Ride will cost $3,500. I am seeking donations to help pay for
this cost. You can visit my rider page at
http://www.soulforce.org/amanda_harris and make an online donation if
you are able.
Also, be sure to check out my blog to read updates about my journey. I
am writing an Honors Thesis comparing the Freedom Rides of the
1950s-1960s to my own journey, so blogging will help me remember
everything. I encourage you to read and reply:
http://www.equalityride07.blogspot.com
So... money link: http://www.soulforce.org/amanda_harris
Blog link: http://equalityride07.blogspot.com
Equality Ride: http://www.equalityride.com