i was honored to write this commentary for @theadvocatemag on the importance of spaces & the ongoing situation with Gianforte Family Hall at Stevens Institute of Technology.

a huge thank you to @glaad – especially Spencer Harvey – for helping me make this happen.

after you read, scroll to the bottom and sign the petition !!!! #WeWillNotSITBy#RenameGFH

No matter who you are, all of us desire places where we feel welcome–and that comes with a host of complexities. Who hosts this space? Where is it located? How long has it existed? What is its history?

NASIR ANTHONY MONTALVO, THE ADVOCATE