Hi, my name is Alex. I’m a songwriter, a producer and I’m also non-binary. My pronouns are they/them. For as long as I can remember, I’ve had a strained relationship with gender and my own identity. I felt different. I felt constricted by the binary model. I couldn’t see myself. I desperately wanted to fit in but was uncomfortable with what was expected of me as a ‘woman’. I was uncomfortable in my body. I felt ashamed and annoyed that it seemed so easy for other people. Over the last year and a half I’ve had time to reflect, research and explore these feelings rather than push them away. What followed was a lot of lightbulb moments as I found vocabulary for how I had been feeling and a community of people who understood. I started to see myself. I could suddenly see myself in the future. I understood. I had compassion and love for my younger self. It all clicked. This feels like the beginning and I don’t think I’ve ever been happier or more proud :) I’m still me. I’m even more me. I’m so excited, inspired and thankful for those advocating, educating and supporting the ENBY and LGBTQ community. Thank you <3 Love, Alex