"Fifi expressed their motivation for the classes, stating, 'I was just like, 'Holy crap! It really is a much different environment out here.' There's some hate for trans folks in Portland, but it's just nothing like it is here.'"
"Bella shared their background, saying, 'I've kind of liked more 'male stuff' for most of my life. The idea is kind of to pass that knowledge. I want to take what I know about being a cis man and use that in transition to help the people that are often marginalized by the system.'"
The Cleveland chapter of Queers on Gears, a motorcycle group for LGBTQ+ riders, has begun offering gun training classes in response to increasing anti-LGBTQ+ laws in Ohio. The initiative, started by Fifi and Bella, aims to provide a safe space for gender and sexual minorities feeling threatened by the political climate. The classes have gained popularity, allowing members to learn firearm skills in a supportive environment. Bella, who has experience with firearms, emphasizes the importance of sharing knowledge to empower marginalized individuals during their transitions.
Read at Advocate.com
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