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A model and activist explains asexuality, aromanticism, and why she needs no partner to feel whole.
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In this episode
- What asexuality and aromanticism actually mean in everyday life
- How one person built an online community around a hashtag
- The story behind the first International Asexuality Day
- Practical ways to stop the spread of misinformation about ace identities
About this episode
Today, we’re joined by Yasmin Benoit, a model and activist for the asexual and aromantic community. Yasmin has created hashtags to form an online community for ace individuals and is about to make history by launching the very first International Asexuality Day on April 6th. She’s here to talk about her personal journey in discovering who she is, why she does not need a partner to be complete, and how others can help to stop the spread of misinformation.Be sure to follow Yasmin on IG!
Your host is Levi Chambers, co-founder of Gayety.
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On Pride, host Caitlynn McDaniel deep dives into the LGBTQ+ stories lighting up our screens — and the people who bring them to life. Each week, she sits down with the stars we love, the creators behind the scenes, and the voices changing the way stories are told.
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