Showing Up & Standing In - Becoming Family for Those Who Don’t Have One With Dan Blevins, Stand in Pride
Have you ever felt you need someone to turn to or to show up for you? This episode of Stork’d explores Stand In Pride, a heartwarming community founded by Dan Blevins in 2021.
Stand In Pride provides a vital support system for those within the LGBTQ+ community who may be estranged from their families. The show dives into the organization's mission and impact as well as what it really means to show up for someone else.
With over 250,000 members worldwide on their Facebook group alone, Stand In Pride connects people with "stand-in" family or friends. Whether it's attending a wedding, needing help with a life skill, or simply wanting a shoulder to lean on, Stand In Pride offers a powerful sense of belonging. Tune in for an inspiring story about the importance of community and the beautiful act of a chosen family.
IN THIS EPISODE:
[3:00] Dan shares his history and discusses how Stand in Pride was created, and he gives examples of how it works
[10:06] Dan talks about what contributes to the isolation of the LGBTQ population
[17:28] Discussion of the political climate contributing to isolation within and outside the LGBTQ community
[21:06] Dan’s advice on showing up for others: everyone is different
[24:24] Dan shares his personal story and his hopes for his grandchildren
[32:08] Dan talks about the app and how it came about
[37:42] Dan explains what family is to him
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
When Stand in Pride was conceived, COVID-19 had already isolated people. Stand in Pride provided a vehicle for outreach to those who needed and wanted help.
Showing up for another individual in a small way, like checking in on them, is a big way for the isolated person.
Stand in Pride will soon be available in app form.
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