Meet the Staff: Caroline

 

Welcome Caroline to the DC Center! Caroline is excited to be helping the facilitators of our peer support groups at the center this fall as the Health and Wellness Intern. She is looking forward to working with the DC Center team and being in a space that supports and welcomes people in the LGBTQ+ community. You can meet Caroline at the DC Center on weekdays and some evenings. She is looking forward to upcoming support groups and attending fun events at the center. 

 

Birthdate, Astro Sign

June 13th, Gemini

 

Where are you originally from? 

Rhode Island 

 

Why did you start working at the DC Center? 

I wanted to work in an environment that supports the LGBTQ community and fosters a space for people to feel comfortable reaching out for whatever help they need.

 

What has been your favorite part about working at the DC Center?

I am excited to support and be a part of so many great opportunities the center has to offer for the DC community. 

 

What is your music anthem? 

Lately, I can’t stop listening to Mood Ring by Lorde.

 

What is your favorite part about the LGBTQ+ community? 

I love that everyone makes you feel seen and important for who you are.

 

What is your favorite spot in DC and what do you do there? 

I love the U.S. Botanical Gardens. There are lots of plants and cool flowers and I love to just walk around and look at it all. 

 

What is your favorite queer movie?  

I watch more TV shows than movies, I loved Pose, and thought it was both entertaining and informative. 

 

What color would you paint the White House, given the chance?  

Yellow

 

Who do you look up to in the queer community?

I look up to many activists that paved the way for LGBTQ rights such as Sylvia Rivera and Marsha P. Johnson. I also look up to my friends and people in my community because they continue to inspire me each day!