We Keep Us Safe: Solidarity As Mutual Protection with Kalaya'an Mendoza

In our 3nd episode of Season 2, we talk with Kalaya'an Mendoza (IG: @kalamendoza), Director of US Programs for the Nonviolent Peaceforce about nonviolent strategies to keep our Pilipinx and LGBTQI+ communities safe. This episode is in alignment with Pride Month. Kalaya'an Mendoza [He or They/Them] is a Queer, Filipino and Hard of Hearing human rights defender, street medic and community safety & mutual protection trainer. He resides on Occupied Lenape lands, colonially known as New York City. And he currently serves as the Director of US Programs at Nonviolent Peaceforce. Nonviolent Peaceforce protects civilians in violent conflicts using unarmed protection strategies. This episode also features our opening/closing track by our team designer, Ritchie. You can follow Ritchie via IG: @ritchramirezart. Our break track is "Isang Bagsak" by Steady (IG: @writesteady) featuring Eddy Gana Jr. and Stephanie Sajor. You can learn more about Steady through their website: writesteady.com. The video version of this episode can also be found on our YouTube Channel, Pilipinx in Wellness (please subscribe). Follow us on IG/FB: @pilipinxinwellness or Twitter: @pilipinxnwellns Hosted by: Kathleen Kristine Torio & Cheryl Samson Ramirez