As a participant of the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, I want to promote issues of the transgender community to an international audience of millions. During my journey, I hope to bring greater visibility to an unfairly stigmatized community and start meaningful dialogue on equality, acceptance, and love.

 

However, I can’t row 3,000 miles of the Atlantic Ocean without financial support. The majority of the funds will be used to purchase a unique rainbow boat that is durable and eco-friendly. The boat will boast the symbol of the LGBTQ community as well as synthesize power from solar energy and utilize state-of-the-art seawater filtration technology. Due to its innovative design, the boat will resell at approximately 75% of its original cost, which I will donate to an organization that aligns with my cause.