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Episode 68 - Reverend Jide Macaulay, British-Nigerian Anglican Priest
Season 3, Ep. 68
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Reverend Jide Macaulay is a British-Nigerian LGBTQ rights activist and ordained Anglican priest with the Church of England. Reverend Jide is also a speaker, author, poet, and founder of the House of Rainbow, a non-governmental organization (NGO) “fostering relationships and creating a safe community for Black, Asian Minority LGBTIQ+ individuals and allies.” Reverend Jide is committed to and passionate about moving the needle forward for LGBTIQ+ citizens to live and celebrate who we are.
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