Episode 1 | The Jayne Ozanne Story

In this episode of Queer & Christian, host Brandan Robertson sits down with Jayne Ozanne, a trailblazing voice for LGBTQ+ inclusion within Christian communities and beyond. Jayne is a prominent gay evangelical and a powerful advocate for the full inclusion of LGBTQ+ people of faith in their spiritual communities. As Director of the Ozanne Foundation and the Global Interfaith Commission on LGBT+ Lives, she is dedicated to eliminating discrimination based on sexuality and gender, fostering a world where faith and identity can harmoniously coexist.

Throughout their conversation, Jayne opens up about her journey as a survivor of conversion therapy, her commitment to advocacy, and her mission to create spaces that welcome and celebrate LGBTQ+ individuals. She also shares insights from her experience as a former member of the UK government’s LGBT Advisory Panel and her ongoing work to push for a comprehensive ban on conversion therapy through the Ban Conversion Therapy Coalition.

Listeners will gain a deep understanding of the obstacles Jayne has overcome, the faith that sustains her, and her resolve to serve as a role model for LGBTQ+ Christians. Her tagline, “Unashamedly Gay, Unashamedly Christian,” encapsulates her courageous stance. With wit, warmth, and wisdom, she addresses the importance of building affirming communities and the ongoing journey of reconciling faith with identity.

Tune in to learn about:

• Jayne's inspiring personal journey and the significance of her autobiography, Just Love
• Her role in leading the Church of England’s conversation on banning conversion therapy and advocating for the LGBTQ+ community
• The work of the Ozanne Foundation and the Global Interfaith Commission on LGBT+ Lives to promote diversity and inclusion worldwide
• The impact of her marketing and strategic consulting experience on her advocacy work in the faith sector
• Practical advice for individuals seeking to bridge their faith and LGBTQ+ identity

Join us for this powerful episode, which underscores the transformative potential of love, inclusion, and resilience in the face of adversity.

For more about Jayne, visit jayneozanne.com 

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