Building Your Best Life, Brick by Brick with Olíver Eluz Infante

Send us Fan MailThe life you want doesn’t just happen. You have to build it! And, in this episode of Dem Bois Podcast, my guest Olíver Eluz Infante tells us how he is building the life of his dreams, brick by brick. Today we discuss the importance of mutual aid, the intersection of gender identity, religion, and family, and the challenges faced by trans youth. Olíver also talks about the mission of Transanta, which aims to support trans kids who lack familial support, and the role of a campaign manager in processing letters and connecting youth with resources. We talk:12:01 - The mission of Transanta18:41 - The Role of a campaign manager32:34 - Feeding your younger self40:13 - The intersectionality of faith and gender identity55:02 - Finding love and healingClick here for transcription!Episode References:WoodstockTransantaRead more about Olíver in his bio below:Olíver Eluz Infante is Afro Latine transmasc who is the campaign manager for Transanta, a mutual aid project that connects anonymous gift-givers with trans youth who are unhoused, in foster care, or otherwise without crucial support they need to thrive. He also participates in mutual aid efforts in his town of Ithaca, NY and does free house cleanings for folks with executive function issues. During the day he works as a tournant chef and is soon to begin earning his degree in early childhood education.https://www.instagram.com/eluzoliver/ https://www.instagram.com/transanta/ Celebrate 10 years of Dem Bois Inc.!2026 marks ten years of Dem Bois Inc. To honor this milestone, we invite you to join our 10 for 10 campaign by giving $10 a month to help sustain the care, leadership, and visibility that trans men of color deserve.Your support helps build a future rooted in care, visibility, and possibility.Donate today!Donate today to support Transmasc Gender Affirming Grants and Community Wellness Packages for Trans Men of Color!The  Visibility = Possibility™️ Merch is here! - Not just merch, but a movement! Dem Bois Community Voices Facebook Group is a safe, moderated sanctuary where trans men of color can connect authentically, discuss podcast episodes, share powerful experiences, and build support networks. Dem Bois YouTube Channel! - @demboisinc - Exclusive content you won't find anywhere else!