Why I’m Sweating with Pride

I'm taking on Sweat with Pride again this June-my fourth year in a row! 💦🌈 At this point I’m basically a seasoned professional at getting sweaty for a good cause.

Every year I’m reminded why this kaupapa matters so much. Right now, schools, workplaces, and even doctors’ offices still aren’t safe for many in our community - and that lack of safety has real consequences. LGBTQIA+ Kiwis continue to face higher rates of mental illness, suicide, and STIs like syphilis, mpox, and HIV. These aren’t just statistics; they’re people we love, people we work with, people who deserve better.

So this year I’m back and committing to 60 minutes of exercise every single day in June. Sixty. Whole. Minutes. Daily. If you hear distant wheezing, it’s probably me - but it’s for a damn good reason. I’d be incredibly grateful if you could support me. Truly - every dollar helps fund life-changing Rainbow services across Aotearoa, and every donation gives me one more reason not to lie down dramatically on the floor mid‑workout.

Ngā mihi nui for backing me, backing our community, and helping build a safer, healthier Aotearoa for everyone. ❤️