| The Soulforce Equality Ride is a two month social justice bus tour that confronts political and spiritual oppression of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) people. The ride began in 2006 and has visited hundreds of cities, colleges, universities, and other institutions. The 2012 ride will be the fifth tour. This year a large emphasis is being placed on intersectional justice (or the desire to practice social justice in a way that ends all oppression against all people) and community involvement. The participants of the Equality Ride are provided top notch training, transportation, housing, and food throughout the tour. Support from rider pages like this one helps to make the Soulforce Equality Ride possible. Visit www.equalityride.com to learn more! |
Chelsea’s Fundraising Total
$645
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Chelsea Fullerton
Athens, GA
Chelsea is a passionate advocate for social justice from Athens, GA. A 2011 graduate of the University of Georgia, she studied sociology, criminal justice, and Spanish. Recently, Chelsea has spent time working with delinquent and at-risk youth in the Athens community. Additionally, she has coordinated a leadership development program for college students. Chelsea is especially interested in promoting social responsibility, personal development, and community connection through service, and has facilitated several projects through a youth service-learning initiative. In her free time, she enjoys photography, cooking, and getting lost on rural roads.
In Chelsea’s own words
I am beyond honored to be a 2012 Equality Rider. Social and religious justice for the LGBT community has been an issue on my heart for some time, and I believe wholeheartedly in the unyielding yet loving spirit of the Ride. I am participating in the Ride because I believe that these efforts – our efforts – are crucial for achieving true equality and social change. All people deserve to live in a world where they have the tools and opportunities to find meaning in life. Join me in the fight to make this world of equality a reality for all!
Support Chelsea by donating to Equality Ride »
| Name | Location | Amount | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anonymous | Washington | $15 | for love in action |
| Janice Pulliam | Arizona | $25 | ride with the power of love |
| Lora Sulieman | Georgia | $10 | Good luck!  |
| Bill Jenks | Maine | $100 | In Honor of Every rider on that bus, and everyone who supports them. Loving, relentless non-violent action is the most powerful force on the planet. It may take a long time, it may take a lot of pain, it may even take lives. But the results it achieves are true and lasting. Bless you for leading the way! |
| Carlye Norton | Pennsylvania | $15 | On behalf of Pennsylvania. Because I believe in both helping LGBT youth and the power of Chelsea Fullerton when she puts her mind to something. |
| Nikki Smith | Georgia | $20 | In Honor of All who struggle to share their sexual orientation with their families. |
| Kelly and Andy Case-Simonson | Georgia | $200 | In Honor of those who are willing to use their voice for good to bring greater understanding and love to this world. I know Chelsea is one of these people! |
| Monica Carmean | District of Columbia | $25 | Thank you! |
| Steve McIntyre and Chuck Phelan | California | $50 | |
| Jason Lang | Georgia | $15 | May your journey open hearts and minds! |
| Jerry Barnette | Kentucky | $100 | |
| Noah Maier | Georgia | $20 | Love you Chelsea! |
| Bill Carpenter | Florida | $50 | You Go – Chelsea! Hope you’re hanging tough and showing them the love! |
