Jun 7, 2022
Elliot Page is an Academy Award-nominated actor known for both
tentpole and art house films. His love for storytelling and passion
for social justice has now taken him behind the camera as a
producer and documentary filmmaker whose work answers the call to
action of a generation. A tireless champion of the
under-represented, Elliot uses his global platform to shed light on
important social and LGBTQ+ issues, partnering with the Astraea
Lesbian Foundation for Justice to raise money for grassroots
activists and homeless youth.
In 2020, Elliot announced that he is transgender. After coming out,
Elliot received overwhelming support from the LGBTQ+ community and
is now using his voice to speak out on issues of violence
perpetrated against trans people, as well as confronting political
leaders who seek to criminalize trans healthcare. In 2014, Elliot
delivered a deeply moving and personal coming out speech at “Time
to Thrive,” a conference that promotes the welfare of LGBTQ+ youth.
The speech resonated with millions around the world who heard him
share his desire to “make a difference, and help others have an
easier, more hopeful time,” expressing what he deemed a “personal
obligation and social responsibility.” Elliot’s courage, advocacy
and leadership have made him one of the most admired and respected
public figures of his generation.
Moderated by Lauren Verrusio.
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