Lyndon Cudlitz: Consulting, Education & Training

My dear q***r climbing community...

"This post is for climbers & q***r folks following the lawsuit of Patagonia (the company) against (the drag queen & climate activist).

Context on me:
I'm a trans & q***r activist and organizer, a climber of 30 years, and a former drag performer. And yeah, I’m pi**ed about Patagonia’s actions.

I'm seeing people post and comment on the page of the only out trans person on Patagonia's athlete team.
..telling that person to "drop the brand" and asking them what they "are going to do" about it.

The relationship that person has with Patagonia is not just one of a
“brand ambassador."
It’s an employer/employee relationship.

**When has it ever been ok to tell a trans person to just quit their job because their employer did harm?** (except for cops)

Our energy should focus on the company and cis-het people in power, not q***r & trans employees who are caught in the cross-hairs of their employer's choices.

I feel confident that trans climber is doing everything they can.

And I imagine they don’t have the power to do/say much publicly without losing their job.

It makes sense that we reach for people we see publicly or feel closest to, but that doesn't mean they are who we should be directing our demands and anger at.

Redirect it appropriately.

***rClimber

Calling all LGBTQIA+ trainers, educators, and facilitators!

Join our next Circle on Tuesday, May 12 at noon ET / 9am PT

✅ Register at q***rpollinators.com

👋 12:00 - Intros & grounding
🌻 12:15 - Topic: Facilitating Q***r Conversations Across Generations
🆘 12:45 - Open share, support, and strategies
📣 12:55 - Announcements & closing
💞 1:00p - BIPOC affinity space (30min)

Our May 12th Circle features guest facilitator, Caleb Seguin, Director of Camp Unirondack:

"Sprouts, Seedlings, and Ripening Vines: Faciliating Q***r Conversations Across Generations"

One of our most important roles as LGBTQIA+ educators is to help people of different experiences understand each other. This can be particularly challenging across generations. Let’s talk about what youth, adults, and elders need everyone else to understand in conversations about LGBTQIA+ identity and advocacy -and how we, as facilitators and educators- can help build bridges in empathy and understanding.

🐝 Your hosts: heyhamad.com & Lyndon Cudlitz: Consulting, Education & Training

Are you a q***r, trans, and/or intersex trainer, educator, or consultant (current or aspiring)? Join our next monthly Circle!

April 14, 2026 - 12pm ET / 9am PT

Pre-register at: q***rpollinators.com/register

Agenda (1hr):
-Intros & connection
-Monthly topic
-Open share, support, problem-solving
-Announcements

Bonus (30min):
Stick around for an extra affinity space for trans folks. (In May we'll have our next affinity space for BIPOC)

This month's topic is:

"From Handshake to Harvest: Getting Confident with Contracts"
Contracting can be intimidating, especially if you are not a lawyer or new to freelancing. However, with practice and the right resources, you can build your confidence when negotiating what you deserve.

Jonathan Meagher-Zayas (he/him) founder of , started freelance work in 2016 and started full-time consulting in 2023. In a short time, he has organized dozens of contracts and navigated issues including payment and timeline matters, intellectual property, contract cancellation, and late fees. Far from an expert, he will share how he improved his confidence with the contract by sharing information on his contract templates, utilizing union and state resources, and advocating for himself during an attorney general issue.

Work in ECE? I hope you'll join me for a FREE panel this Thur 3/5 at 2pm ET!

"What LGBTQIA+ Early Childhood Workers Want You to Know"
A panel of q***r & trans Early Childhood providers share challenges faced in the workplace and hiring practices, as well as the unique strengths LGBTQIA+ employees bring to ECE. This panel offers insights for leadership and colleagues looking to improve employee satisfaction and retention.
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/kt4Aj04ZQHOeD2HNo2EGrg

Then, for CCRC staff who are LGBTQIA+, please join myself and Clyanna Lighbourn for our monthly Discussion Group:

"What’s My Role in Creating Change?"
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure of “where we fit” when there are calls to fight for our rights and safety, as well as for those of others. This session for LGBTQIA+ CCRC staff will explore Deepa Iyer’s approach to roles in Social Change Ecosystems.
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/cuUmp7eMSQ2YngLJj1pt2g

Get free legal help changing your name! Legal Aid Society of NENY and Bond Schoeneck & King are working together to host a name-change clinic at the Washington Avenue Branch of the Albany Public Library.
📅 Friday, January 9, 11am-5pm
📍 Washington Ave Branch (161 Washington Ave.)
📩 Pre-registration is required. To pre-register contact Mallory Gibson at Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York, [email protected] or LASNNY Legal Line, mention the name-change clinic, (833) 628-008.
For ages 18+

*If you’re unable to pre-register, on-site screening may be available.

Please join me for a FREE panel this Thur, Dec 11, 5p-6p ET:
"Meeting the Needs of Intersex Children and Their Families"

We'll hear from 3 intersex experts & advocates to discuss the needs of intersex children and their families, resources, advocacy, and tips for those working with children & youth.

This session is sponsored by Early Care & Learning Council, is designed for people working in early childhood programs, and is open to anyone!

LGBTQIA+ Community Meetings Learn more about ECLC's LGBTQIA+ Community Meetings.

Last chance to register for Tuesday's Circle with heyhamad.com! https://q***rpollinators.com/register

2nd Circle is tomorrow, Tuesday, November 11!

If it's your first time, register here: https://q***rpollinators.com/register/p/oct-14-2015-the-bee-ginning-7hzez