DAVID WATTERS
David Watters, a graduate of Trinity College of
Music, London and the Institute of Education,
University of London, has worked internationally as a
singer, director and teacher for more than 20 years
and has taught drama and music within socially and
culturally diverse settings.
He is a personal and professional development
associate with The Pacific Institute
(www.pacificinstitute.co.uk), personal tutor,
freelance writer and founding member of NBI
Associates and Tech Queens.
David, who regularly writes for www.ambiente.us,
One Nation and Polari, has been championed by Stuart Milk, nephew of Harvey
Milk and Equality Advocate, who has said: “I love your work, which is vital to show
the richness of embracing and celebrating our wonderful diversity. As Harvey
would say, you’re bringing medicine into the world that the world needs! Thank
you!”
His background in arts and education, combined with a solid understanding of
CBT, and his passion for Equality Advocacy drive every aspect of his work as a
personal development facilitator and a writer.
David is currently finalizing his book, Never Blend In: The Legacy of Harvey Milk
David Watters, a graduate of Trinity College of
Music, London and the Institute of Education,
University of London, has worked internationally as a
singer, director and teacher for more than 20 years
and has taught drama and music within socially and
culturally diverse settings.
He is a personal and professional development
associate with The Pacific Institute
(www.pacificinstitute.co.uk), personal tutor,
freelance writer and founding member of NBI
Associates and Tech Queens.
David, who regularly writes for www.ambiente.us,
One Nation and Polari, has been championed by Stuart Milk, nephew of Harvey
Milk and Equality Advocate, who has said: “I love your work, which is vital to show
the richness of embracing and celebrating our wonderful diversity. As Harvey
would say, you’re bringing medicine into the world that the world needs! Thank
you!”
His background in arts and education, combined with a solid understanding of
CBT, and his passion for Equality Advocacy drive every aspect of his work as a
personal development facilitator and a writer.
David is currently finalizing his book, Never Blend In: The Legacy of Harvey Milk
ARTICLE ARCHIVES
MAY | MAYO 2009
NEVER BLEND IN: PART ONE
JOHN AMAECHI: RECOGNISING HIS SOUL IN THE DARK
AUGUST | AGOSTO 2009
NEVER BLEND IN | PART TWO
CHRIS MASON | DRIVING EQUALITY
JUNE | JUNIO 2010
NEVER BLEND IN | PART FOUR
ROY KIRKLAND & DOUG SEBASTIAN | A CROSS BURNING IN
WILLACOOCHEE
MAY | MAYO 2009
NEVER BLEND IN: PART ONE
JOHN AMAECHI: RECOGNISING HIS SOUL IN THE DARK
AUGUST | AGOSTO 2009
NEVER BLEND IN | PART TWO
CHRIS MASON | DRIVING EQUALITY
JUNE | JUNIO 2010
NEVER BLEND IN | PART FOUR
ROY KIRKLAND & DOUG SEBASTIAN | A CROSS BURNING IN
WILLACOOCHEE
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which supports and is supported by The Trevor Project.
The book sets out to highlight and challenge social perceptions of the LGBT
community; to understand the causes of low self-esteem and suicide ideation felt
by many LGBT individuals and, through a unique collection of inspirational
interviews with well known and everyday people, to inspire and encourage the
younger generation, or anyone questioning their validity, to lead a balanced,
fulfilling and dignified life.
Role models from education, entertainment, law enforcement, medical and
emergency services, politics, religion and sports have participated in this
accessible and much needed discourse to illuminate the reader’s journey of self-
discovery and self- efficacy.
Openly LGBT and successful role model figures can play an enormous part in
highlighting the wealth of possibilities available to young people. These people,
who are successfully modelling admirable qualities and character traits such as
determination, diligence, vision and consistent effort, can only serve to inspire
and encourage the younger generation, or anyone questioning their validity, to
lead a balanced, fulfilling and dignified life.
Notable voices in the book are Harvey’s colleagues, Anne Kronenberg and Danny
Nicoletta; actors Stephen Fry and Alan Cumming; musician Darren Hayes (Savage
Garden); Sordid Lives writer Del Shores; Michael Musto; filmmaker, Parvez Sharma;
Calpernia Addams; NBA star John Amaechi and authors Lesléa Newman and Tom
Rob Smith AND our very own HERB SOSA, ARMANDO DIAZ, JR and VANESSA BRITO!
We, as a community, are under or misrepresented in the media and this impacts
upon how individuals are perceived and treated by society. Positive, inspirational
role models from the LGBT community can have an enormous impact on
addressing this and can give hope to individuals who feel less valid and
disenfranchised from society.
The book sets out to highlight and challenge social perceptions of the LGBT
community; to understand the causes of low self-esteem and suicide ideation felt
by many LGBT individuals and, through a unique collection of inspirational
interviews with well known and everyday people, to inspire and encourage the
younger generation, or anyone questioning their validity, to lead a balanced,
fulfilling and dignified life.
Role models from education, entertainment, law enforcement, medical and
emergency services, politics, religion and sports have participated in this
accessible and much needed discourse to illuminate the reader’s journey of self-
discovery and self- efficacy.
Openly LGBT and successful role model figures can play an enormous part in
highlighting the wealth of possibilities available to young people. These people,
who are successfully modelling admirable qualities and character traits such as
determination, diligence, vision and consistent effort, can only serve to inspire
and encourage the younger generation, or anyone questioning their validity, to
lead a balanced, fulfilling and dignified life.
Notable voices in the book are Harvey’s colleagues, Anne Kronenberg and Danny
Nicoletta; actors Stephen Fry and Alan Cumming; musician Darren Hayes (Savage
Garden); Sordid Lives writer Del Shores; Michael Musto; filmmaker, Parvez Sharma;
Calpernia Addams; NBA star John Amaechi and authors Lesléa Newman and Tom
Rob Smith AND our very own HERB SOSA, ARMANDO DIAZ, JR and VANESSA BRITO!
We, as a community, are under or misrepresented in the media and this impacts
upon how individuals are perceived and treated by society. Positive, inspirational
role models from the LGBT community can have an enormous impact on
addressing this and can give hope to individuals who feel less valid and
disenfranchised from society.
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DAVIDWATTERS
Most inspiring have been the “regular” people (the Scottish fireman, the Canadian concert
pianist, the American professor, the South African artist or the student in Cardiff) who live with
authenticity and, perhaps without realizing, are role models and inspirational figures to those
whose lives they touch.
The “community” if such a thing exists is diverse but too many live in the shadows. My point,
with this book, is that self worth determines our potential and that blending in is a direct result
of feeling “less than”, feeling ashamed of how God (whatever that means to you) made you”.
Harvey Milk’s legacy, for this author, is the growing number of proud LGBT individuals who
refuse to live lives limited by the judgment of others.
We can be part of society without blending in. To me it means living with 100% authenticity (as
Dr Phil or Oprah might say!). We shouldn’t compromise our identity to be accepted and
everyone regardless of sexuality or gender identity has a right to fully live.
Life need not be a self-fulfilling prophecy and by recognizing that our “truth” has been shaped
through our relationships, our environment and our experiences, we can begin to change our
perceptions, heighten our self-esteem and move toward our personal and professional goals
with clear vision and purpose….
Herb Sosa writes:
NEVER BLEND IN, and the efforts of writer David Watters, is a brilliant collection and resource of
openly LGBT and successful role models across the globe. The value to all, especially for the
younger generation, is paramount. The presentation of individuals who are successful,
determined, active and visible in our communities will undoubtedly inspire all who read this
collection, to do better, become a better person, and strive for greatness in their lives and
that of others.
The LGBT community has often been portrayed in a less than favorable light – NEVER BLEND IN
rips that inaccurate veil off, and offers a face and portrait of today’s LGBT community, its
leaders, history, accomplishments and potential.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON DAVID WATTERS AND NEVER BLEND IN:
www.neverblendin.wordpress.com
pianist, the American professor, the South African artist or the student in Cardiff) who live with
authenticity and, perhaps without realizing, are role models and inspirational figures to those
whose lives they touch.
The “community” if such a thing exists is diverse but too many live in the shadows. My point,
with this book, is that self worth determines our potential and that blending in is a direct result
of feeling “less than”, feeling ashamed of how God (whatever that means to you) made you”.
Harvey Milk’s legacy, for this author, is the growing number of proud LGBT individuals who
refuse to live lives limited by the judgment of others.
We can be part of society without blending in. To me it means living with 100% authenticity (as
Dr Phil or Oprah might say!). We shouldn’t compromise our identity to be accepted and
everyone regardless of sexuality or gender identity has a right to fully live.
Life need not be a self-fulfilling prophecy and by recognizing that our “truth” has been shaped
through our relationships, our environment and our experiences, we can begin to change our
perceptions, heighten our self-esteem and move toward our personal and professional goals
with clear vision and purpose….
Herb Sosa writes:
NEVER BLEND IN, and the efforts of writer David Watters, is a brilliant collection and resource of
openly LGBT and successful role models across the globe. The value to all, especially for the
younger generation, is paramount. The presentation of individuals who are successful,
determined, active and visible in our communities will undoubtedly inspire all who read this
collection, to do better, become a better person, and strive for greatness in their lives and
that of others.
The LGBT community has often been portrayed in a less than favorable light – NEVER BLEND IN
rips that inaccurate veil off, and offers a face and portrait of today’s LGBT community, its
leaders, history, accomplishments and potential.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON DAVID WATTERS AND NEVER BLEND IN:
www.neverblendin.wordpress.com
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