When it comes to history and culture, the LGBTQ+ community is now in the limelight. For, not only are a number of individuals celebrating Pride Month, it is also the upcoming 50th anniversary of Stonewall. Whereas, it is also a rather historic anniversary for Robyn Ochs, a bi activist, speaker, teacher and writer whom has been active in speaking on culture as related to the bisexual community for over 50 years.
An editor of the Boston Bisexual Women's Newsletter, a Bi quarterly for women and two anthologies Getting Bi: and RECOGNIZE, Robyn also has a presence in the world of publication. In addition, experiences with regards to writing goes well beyond the LGBTQ+ community.
The activist and writer has also published a number of non-fiction books related to different areas including women's studies, multiculturalism and LGBTQ+ history in Canada as well as the United States. In doing so, Robyn has become one of the only bisexuals to craft a definition which could actually relate to most whom identify in this manner. While this is the case, Ochs still recognizes the long time reality that there are often as many definitions of bisexuality as there are bisexuals.
The definition attributed to Ochs suggest that bisexuality, or at least on a personal level is an acknowledgement, whether acted on or otherwise, of the potential to be attracted to people of different or both genders either romantically or sexually, not necessarily at the same time. Thus, busting myths and proving the reality that bisexuals can be in a monogamous or non-monogamous relationship with an individual of the same, opposite, non-binary or transgender sexual orientation on a long or short term basis.
Named by Teen Vogue as one of nine bisexual women who are making history, Ochs also won the right to represent Massachusetts on the 50 States, 50 Heroes list published in Advocate magazine. Honors most likely given the activist due to a long standing commitment to sustainable and intersectional activism. In addition, Ochs has worked with others to build coalitions and build identities across different social movements and platforms while supporting new and emerging activists and leaders for what is now over 50 years.
Having served on several committees including MassEquality for 12 years and as part of the LGBTQ+ Youth Commission in Massachusetts for three, the activist also has experience when it comes to promoting and equality and speaking to youth. The latter of which is something Robyn hopes to continue to do for years to come. For, speaking to college age youth is something Ochs hopes will have a major impact when it comes to self-acceptance and equality for all.
Robyn recently received a Campus Pride's Voice and Action Award for work in this area. Whereas, the activist also received a Lifetime Achievement award from Harvard University's Gender & Sexuality Caucus. These two prestigious awards, along with others, show that not only fellow community members but professionals and others hold a great deal of respect for Ochs, including President Obama whom the activist met in 2009.
In addition to the lifetime achievement award, Robyn was also presented with an award for an active and lengthy presence in the LGBTQ+ movement for over 50 years. The award provided by the director of the National Task Force was based on Och's goal to gain inclusivity for all LGBTQ+ members within the larger Queer community. For, had it not been for the work of Robyn and other community members, bisexuals would most likely still lack visibility when it comes to the LGBTQ+ community as well as the world at large.
An editor of the Boston Bisexual Women's Newsletter, a Bi quarterly for women and two anthologies Getting Bi: and RECOGNIZE, Robyn also has a presence in the world of publication. In addition, experiences with regards to writing goes well beyond the LGBTQ+ community.
The activist and writer has also published a number of non-fiction books related to different areas including women's studies, multiculturalism and LGBTQ+ history in Canada as well as the United States. In doing so, Robyn has become one of the only bisexuals to craft a definition which could actually relate to most whom identify in this manner. While this is the case, Ochs still recognizes the long time reality that there are often as many definitions of bisexuality as there are bisexuals.
The definition attributed to Ochs suggest that bisexuality, or at least on a personal level is an acknowledgement, whether acted on or otherwise, of the potential to be attracted to people of different or both genders either romantically or sexually, not necessarily at the same time. Thus, busting myths and proving the reality that bisexuals can be in a monogamous or non-monogamous relationship with an individual of the same, opposite, non-binary or transgender sexual orientation on a long or short term basis.
Named by Teen Vogue as one of nine bisexual women who are making history, Ochs also won the right to represent Massachusetts on the 50 States, 50 Heroes list published in Advocate magazine. Honors most likely given the activist due to a long standing commitment to sustainable and intersectional activism. In addition, Ochs has worked with others to build coalitions and build identities across different social movements and platforms while supporting new and emerging activists and leaders for what is now over 50 years.
Having served on several committees including MassEquality for 12 years and as part of the LGBTQ+ Youth Commission in Massachusetts for three, the activist also has experience when it comes to promoting and equality and speaking to youth. The latter of which is something Robyn hopes to continue to do for years to come. For, speaking to college age youth is something Ochs hopes will have a major impact when it comes to self-acceptance and equality for all.
Robyn recently received a Campus Pride's Voice and Action Award for work in this area. Whereas, the activist also received a Lifetime Achievement award from Harvard University's Gender & Sexuality Caucus. These two prestigious awards, along with others, show that not only fellow community members but professionals and others hold a great deal of respect for Ochs, including President Obama whom the activist met in 2009.
In addition to the lifetime achievement award, Robyn was also presented with an award for an active and lengthy presence in the LGBTQ+ movement for over 50 years. The award provided by the director of the National Task Force was based on Och's goal to gain inclusivity for all LGBTQ+ members within the larger Queer community. For, had it not been for the work of Robyn and other community members, bisexuals would most likely still lack visibility when it comes to the LGBTQ+ community as well as the world at large.
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