Aditi Loveridge

And just like that, I hit the jackpot ✨

This past weekend, surrounded by family, she asked if I would marry her.

And it was the easiest yes of my life.

I have spent most of my life searching for a place where I fully belong. A place where I can let my guard down and be my truest self. A place that pushes me outside of my comfort zone, while still holding me with care.

A place that feels like home.

And then I met her.

A soul that felt like home from the very first hello, and a connection that only grew stronger through distance.

A love that feels safe.
A love that feels kind.
A love that feels patient.
A love that feels reciprocal.

I feel deeply lucky to experience a love like this in this lifetime.

Here’s to authenticity.
Here’s to the unexpected.
Here’s to finding the place where I belong.

Here’s to me and you 💍✨

This Pride Month, I am acutely aware that the Pride movement was founded in protest, not celebration. This movement was led by Black trans women fighting for the rights of 2SLGBTQIA+ people.

As trans rights continue to come under attack, this year’s Pride is more important than ever 🏳️‍⚧️

Pride has, and will always be a protest for justice. Not a marketing tool used by corporations with no action.

Right now in Alberta, 2SLGBTQIA+ youth are watching their rights debated and restricted. Legislation targeting 2SLGBTQIA+, trans and gender-diverse kids sends a clear message about who is welcome and who is not.

Our schools have to be the place that sends the opposite message.

In my new role as Executive Director of ARC Foundation, I get to champion work I believe in deeply. Building inclusive classrooms across this nation where every student feels seen, celebrated, and included.

Through our SOGI 123 initiative, educators across the country get real tools to make Pride inclusive and affirming, no matter where they teach.

Inclusive schools change lives. They tell 2SLGBTQIA+ kids they belong, exactly as they are.

This month and every month, we stand in protest and justice alongside you. Always.

For more tools and resources feel free to DM me, would love to chat.

✨ Credit to our wonderful team on the frontlines of SOGI 123 program for the graphics.