From Invisible in Life to Influential on YouTube: Jessica Out of the Closet
“I think the aspect of just wanting to be understood is very universal.”
Jessica Kellgren-Fozard is a content creator and leading advocate for LGBTQ+ and disability rights who adds a fun, vintage flair to everything she does. Jessica’s unique sense of personal style, coupled with her blend of creativity and intellect, has amassed her a legion of fans across her social channels, particularly YouTube where she has over 1M subscribers. She draws on her lived experiences, coupled with her knowledge of societal history to explore a range of topics relating to her work in advocacy.
In this interview, Jessica discusses her experience as an LGBTQ+ disabled content creator, reflecting on her viral success and mission to increase representation in both communities. She shares her personal challenges, the importance of family support, and her goal of empowering others to speak up while balancing the demands of content creation.
Jessica’s mission is to empower others to find their voices. At the end of the day, all of us just want to feel heard and seen as who we are!
“Just the idea of you in the future can be a powerful tool to move you forwards into the future.”
Episode Takeaways:
- Jessica’s content bridges the gap between visibility and understanding for the LGBTQ+ and disabled communities
- Her viral video on deafness highlighted the diversity of disabilities and challenged stereotypes
- Creating content was a way for Jessica to express herself and connect with others who share similar experiences.
- The support from her wife was crucial in her decision to pursue YouTube full-time.
- Jessica emphasizes the importance of being heard and understood in society.
- She aims to create a positive impact through her content, focusing on joy and empowerment.
- The challenges of managing health issues while running a successful YouTube channel are significant.
- Jessica’s mission is to help children understand differences from an early age.
- She believes in the power of community and the importance of representation.
- Jessica’s journey reflects resilience and determination in the face of adversity.
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