Welcome back to Episode number Two of the OUTspoken Leaders Podcast. OUTspoken Leaders is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving and empowering all LGBTQ+ Youth, Young Adults, and Future Leaders. We currently offer Weekly Discussion and support groups in the Chicagoland Suburbs, Online resources for members of the LGBTQ+ community as well as their friends and families, and now we offer this podcast to bring the stories of Leaders and other influential members of the LGBTQ+ community!

This episode we dive into the life and career of Julie Novak. Julie is a mentor, teacher, performer, radio host, artist, singer, and most importantly a storyteller. Julie didn't always have it easy and she had some strife in her early life, however, she was able to overcome it all and become an amazing performer and she was able to use her talent to help amplify the disenfranchised voice around her! Julie is the co-founder of the TMI project; TMI Project is a nonprofit transmedia organization teaching true storytelling workshops and creating inspiring live performances and bold digital content that focus on the “too much information” parts of a story, the parts typically left out because of shame or stigma. We believe that sharing radically candid, true personal narratives ignites human connection, challenges the status quo, and inspires both storytellers and listeners to take action for positive social change. Julie is also a member of the Future Perfect Project. I am so glad to have chatted with Julie today and I hope you enjoy listening.

TMI Project:

https://www.tmiproject.org/

Julie Novak:

https://www.julienovak.com/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QLvznPICNw

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TlO-Fs8d4dA

The Future Perfect Project:

www.thefutureperfectproject.com

OUTspoken Leaders:

www.outspokenil.org

@OUTspokenil

8478577599

OUTspoken Leaders is a nonprofit organization and you can Donate Here to help support our mission.

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