CBC Manitoba: Why Rural Pride Matters
May 30, 2025 —
Dr. Robert Mizzi, Canada Research Chair in Queer, Community, and Diversity Education and Associate Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Manitoba, speaks with host Marjorie Dowhos about the importance of rural Pride events.
Ahead of his TEDx Winnipeg talk, Dr. Mizzi shares what he learned from attending Pride events across Canada, how they build resilience in the face of rising hate, and why supporting queer and trans lives in rural communities is deeply personal for him.
To listen to the entire conversation, please follow the link to CBC Manitoba.