In November 2014, I wrote an op-ed that appeared on the front page of The Advocate about why I quit my job with the United Nations.
The piece started a revolution, at least within myself. The outpouring of support and empathy for my words alerted me that my frustration at having to constantly compromise my queer identity for my career and career for my queer identity was something with which a lot of people could relate in the world of international development.
Those of us who dedicate our lives to economic empowerment, poverty reduction and world peace already face so many obstacles; why should our sexual orientation or gender identity be added to the list?