S1E13 -A Journey of Strength. Chris Walker on Grief, Advocacy and pride.

We’re wrapping up our Pride series and celebrating the end of Pride Month in a powerful way—with none other than the amazing advocate for both the LGBTQ+ and blind communities, Chris Walker . Chris is currently the Vice President of the NFB Winchester Chapter of Virginia and will soon step back into the role of President this coming September. Chris shares his incredible story of resilience, strength, and purpose. In this heartfelt episode, he opens up about: • Losing his vision in just three weeks • Finding life-changing resources and learning how to navigate his new world • Losing two partners and how he continues to carry their love with him • Being adopted and what that journey meant to him • Becoming a voice for change in the blind and LGBTQ+ communities • His love for cooking and creating connection through food • His work as a proud Lion in his local community This episode is a powerful reminder that no matter what life throws your way, you can rise, thrive, and lead with love and purpose. Chris is living proof of that. Be sure to listen all the way through and grab his contact info if you’d like to connect! Vic and Rena also talk about their exciting week, including a magical experience at The Lion King play in Dallas, where they participated in a special touch tour. They’ll be in Dallas at the ACB Convention representing the DFW Virtual Lions Club —come find them if you’re in town! Connect with Us: 📍 Facebook: Shades of Pride with Vic and Rena 📍 YouTube: Shades of Pride on YouTube 📧 Email: [email protected] 📲 Text or leave us a message: 682-730-2001 Join the Community: 🌈 All VIP Lesbian Women’s Facebook Group: Join here 🦁 Interested in joining our Virtual Lions Club for blind and visually impaired individuals and persons with disabilities? Email us and we’ll get you connected! 📚 Book Club + Women’s WhatsApp Group: Open to all the shades of the rainbow! Reach out and we’ll send you the details. Support The shades of pride with Vic & Rena by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/shades-of-pride Find out more at https://shades-of-pride.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-eb2089 for 40% off for 4 months, and support The shades of pride with Vic & Rena.