We’re Coming Out

October 11, 2018 · Updated on March 23, 2023

This year for Coming Out Day, the INTO staff is coming clean about some things related to our identities. It’s not always easy to let people know something so personal about you, especially things that can be potentially stigmatizing.

Thank you for being with us at this difficult time, and sharing in our relief.

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