Brandon Rothrock (he/him) is a queer geographer supporting fellow LGBTQ+ environmentalists as they navigate their careers. Through his research and advocacy, he advances environmental justice for marginalized communities. Brandon’s experience in higher education, sustainability issues, and energy policy demonstrates his commitment to a better world for everyone, especially those historically discriminated against. He uses his connections and knowledge to help advance social change while embracing his identity and communities.

Brandon is also a Board Member for OUT for Sustainability (OUT4S), a U.S.-based non-profit that “co-creates a platform for environmental justice and climate resilience by and for the LGBTQIA+ community.”

Connect with Brandon Rothrock

Website

Resources

Support Out 4 Sustainability

Website

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Brandon’s Affiliations

Environmental Defense Fund

Agents of Change in Environmental Justice Fellowship

Resources

Just Solutions’ Post on the LGBTQ’s vulnerability to climate change

Black Faces, White Spaces by Carolyn Finney

Fire & Flood DocuSeries

Can’t Stop Change: Queer Climate Stories from the Florida Frontlines

Definitions

LGBTQIA+: stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, Asexual and the + symbol stands for other individuals who identify outside of sexual and gender norms

Environmental Justice: a movement to address environmental injustices, including air pollution and land use, that disproportionately harm historically marginalized communities, including Black, Indigenous, People of Color and LGBTQIIA+

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