"Everyone Belongs" Mural and Rainbow Connections Exhibit

The past two months with the Rainbow Connections project have been nothing short of magical. Traveling to schools across Monterey County, spreading the message of acceptance and love through art with our You Will Rise workshops, has given me a renewed sense of purpose—especially during these challenging times. In just a few weeks, we’ve witnessed some incredible transformations. Students who were on the verge of dropping out due to severe bullying have started making meaningful friendships and finding their confidence. Parents of queer kids have shed tears of pride seeing their children beautifully represented in our artwork. These moments have been so powerful, and I know that everyone on the You Will Rise team will carry these experiences in their hearts forever.