outforhealth:micdotcom:Meet the FDNY’s only openly transgender firefighter: Brooke Guinan&
outforhealth: micdotcom: Meet the FDNY’s only openly transgender firefighter: Brooke Guinan “I always knew that I wanted to help others,” Brooke Guinan told Mic, “and firefighting was a very clear-cut way to accomplish that goal in my life once I finally stopped holding myself back and disqualifying myself due to my gender identity.” Stepping out in her firefighter gear for Vocal Organization for International Courage and Equality (V.O.I.C.E.), rocking a loud-and-proud magenta tee reading “So Trans, So What,” Guinan has become a viral sensation overnight, yet her pioneering courage has been evident for years. “This is who I am and whether or not you agree or understand it, I have the right to live my life authentically and freely with all the protections our society can offer.” Follow micdotcom And another quote of hers from this article: “Most queer people think that being a firefighter, a cop, or having a government job is unattainable,” Guinan said. “What a lot don’t realize is you can do it.” -- source link
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