You may say I’m a dreamer, but I’m not the only one. I hope someday you will join us. And the world will be as one.” 

—John Lennon

We live in a time where the dream of diversity, inclusion, and equality is a challenging, yet exciting prospect. In fact, there has never been a more relevant time to value the strengths of others, to celebrate their uniqueness, and to cherish their contributions to the world. Doing so makes us stronger. The stories I write reflect my desire to showcase and protect the individual richness of US ALL. Even though my characters think different, look different, act different as they encounter love and hardship, they forge ahead driven by the power of HOPE and the desire to create a better world for each other.

If you would like to join me in my quest to promote diversity, inclusion, and equality, check out the resources below to learn more about organizations that work tirelessly to ensure that every person is valued, welcomed, and treated equally.

Here are a few links to some of the organizations I admire and support.

The Special Olympics provides year-round sports training and athletic competitions in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. These opportunities demonstrate their courage and empowers them to shares their unique gifts with their family, friends, and community.

Equality Now, a global human rights organization, is dedicated to ending injustices and enacting laws that protect the rights of women and girls worldwide. The organization focuses on ending sex trafficking, harmful practices, sexual violence, and to ensure legal equality.

The National Diversity Council is a non-partisan 501-C3 organization dedicated to being both a resource and an advocate for diversity and inclusion.

Vibrant Emotional Health and the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline network are proud to partner with innovative organizations across the U.S. and around the world to change the conversation about suicide prevention. Find out how you can be the one to help save a life at bethe1to.com.