Description
In this episode Hazel talks to Nikki Smith about:
- climbing on rock and ice near to home and further away
- first ascents
- travel
- photography
- her experiences coming out, transitioning and becoming herself
- social media and the problem of privacy
- doing better as a community
Niki is an ambassador for Mountain Hardware, REI, Scarpa, Grivel, Beal and Bronwen Jewelry
If you are a trans person and you're struggling, here are some resources that may help:
UK:
www.transunite.co.uk
www.mermaidsuk.org.uk
www.glaad.org/transgender/resources
USA and Canada
www.thetrevorproject.org
www.translifeline.org/hotline
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Published 08/22/22
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Published 07/03/22