LGBTQ Task Force Brings On New Staff

The National LGBTQ Task Force announces the addition of several new staff members including Reverend Nicole Garcia as Faith Work Director, Jaqueline “Jacky” Goh as Chief Development Officer, Wayne Rocque, Civic Engagement Manager & Court Betro Creating Change 365 Field Organizer. Kierra Johnson, Executive Director of the National LGBTQ Task Force stated, “As we continue to grow as an organization, confronting the relentless & escalating attacks on queer people at the state level & organizing to Queer the Vote in this critical election year, I am thrilled to have these amazing individuals bring their skills & experiences to the Task Force family. From continuing to expand our faith work to bringing our beloved Creating Change experience to communities year-round to engaging individuals in even deeper & more substantive ways, these additions to our staff will take us to new levels of impact.” Reverend Jim Gonia, Bishop, Rocky Mountain Synod, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America concluded, “I am absolutely delighted by the news that Pastor Nicole Garcia has been named as the new Faith Work Director for the National LGBTQ Task Force. Nicole’s deep personal passion & faith, as well as her commitment to work tirelessly across the lines of denomination & faith tradition will soon be evident to all who meet her. Her formation in a religious tradition that stresses the unconditional love of God for all people as well as the many paradoxes of our human journey, will serve her well in this new role.” The National LGBTQ Task Force advances full freedom, justice & equality for LGBTQ people. For More Info…