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By Steph Grant
“Because love is the one commonality we all share, regardless of sexual orientation, gender, color or political party – every living, breathing human on this earth wants and needs to be loved and we can freely give that out every single day.”
1. Where are you from and where do you live now? I was born and raised in Rowlett, TX and I now live in Dallas, TX. 2. Tell me a little bit about what you spend most of your days doing. Outside of work, you'll likely find me either working out, watching Dateline, or drinking wine with friends. 3. Give... Full Story
By Steph Grant
“The more we don’t show our true authentic self, the more off track and disconnected we can get in this world. Living your true self allows you to truly grow and learn and connect with your heart.”
INSTAGRAM: @ajsaugstad 1. Where are you from and where do you live now? I'm from Turlock, CA and currently live in Los Angeles, CA 2. Tell me a little bit about what you spend most of your days doing. I think "adventure" sums up most of my days. I'm always looking for a new camping spot, hiking trail, or sunset... Full Story
By Steph Grant
“I see religion like the diversity of language, accents, skin color, denomination, etc. We are often a product of our raising. I do encourage you challenge what you’ve been taught and dive into yourself and take gratitude in the rebirth.”
INSTAGRAM: @downtownkoreatown 1. Where are you from and where do you live now? I am originally born and raised in a small town called Bullitt County Kentucky. I am currently living outside of Dallas, TX. 2. Tell me a little bit about what you spend most of your days doing. I generally find myself on emails and phone calls to... Full Story
By Steph Grant
“When we live as the most authentic version of ourselves, we create space to be understood and understand. We create a space that allows safety for self-expression. Self-expression builds confidence in who we are.”
INSTAGRAM HANDLE: @gingerwazupb 1. Where are you from and where do you live now? I am from Dayton, OH and I currently live in Columbus, OH. I travel between Columbus, Dayton, Cincinnati and Toledo weekly for work. I consider myself a contributor and celebrator of any community I am fortunate enough to be a part of. 2. Tell me a... Full Story
By Steph Grant
“In such environment… being openly gay is not something you hear anyone talk about as a positive thing, as an acceptable way of being. It lead me to live a double life, and move far away from the people I love just to try to have a life, a life I could live every second of it as me.”
INSTAGRAM: @Lsolern 1. Where are you from and where do you live now? San Juan, Puerto Rico --> Dallas, TX 2. Tell me a little bit about what you spend most of your days doing. I love to live life the fullest. Most days I am enjoying my time with friends, or pushing my limits at the gym, or reading... Full Story
By Steph Grant
“Love yourself first, always. Stay the course. Don’t buy into this lie that you need familial support to have a fulfilling and successful and whole life. Have an action plan for how you’ll reach goals on your own. Have a fallback action plan if that one doesn’t work out. Believe in yourself.”
INSTAGRAM: @lexevents 1. Where are you from and where do you live now? I'm from/living in Atlanta, GA - but my family hails from the Northeast, and raised me as such! 2. Tell me a little bit about what you spend most of your days doing. I'm a wedding and event planner - I spend most of my time managing... Full Story
By Steph Grant
“Regardless of region, language, or culture, the world is a lot smaller than you think and we are a lot more alike than we are different. Love builds bridges and connects us in ways that remind us of our humanity.”
1. Where are you from originally and where do you live now? I was born in St. Louis, MO which is where both of my parents grew up, moved to LeMars, Iowa when I was in grade school and graduated both HS and college in Iowa. I now live in the Chicagoland area (if you don't actually live in Chicago... Full Story
By Steph Grant
“I didn’t want to be part of something that was hurting people because of who they are. who i was. it wasn’t until i was much older that i realized my connection to religion and the universe. that i could believe in god and feel connected to everything.”
INSTAGRAM: @dadmesss 1. Where are you from and where do you live now? I am from Fort Worth and I live in Fort Worth 2. Tell me a little bit about what you spend most of your days doing. I work full-time so i'm there most of the day. When I'm not at work I can be found working out,... Full Story
By Steph Grant
“I think the scariest part is a fear of being alienated from the one group of people who are suppose to have your back through thick and thin. The good thing is even if your bio family never comes around you can always find love and support through the community and your chosen family of friends.”
INSTAGRAM: Havalava 1. Where are you from and where do you live now? I was born in Tyler TX and I currently live in Dallas TX. 2. Tell me a little bit about what you spend most of your days doing. My days are usually filled with my kids, being a fashion stylist and yoga. 3. Give us a little insight... Full Story
By Steph Grant
“Everyone has a story and everyone is working on something. If we don’t tell our own story, the sum of life as we’ve known it, who will? And what other stories are worth telling?”
DYLAN HOLLINGSWORTH // Photojournalist. Storyteller. Filmmaker. Based in Dallas, TX. Hi! Steph here. When people ask me how I got into photography I tell them that photography found me and I found myself because of photography. It’s been 10 years since a camera made its way into my hands. I remember the beginning like it was yesterday. I think back... Full Story
What is Promote Love?
"The Promote Love Movement is creating a safe space for LGBTQ+ & allied individuals raised in any religious environment to come together, share our stories, and #PROMOTELOVE. We're working towards a world that embraces diversity of human connection by promoting inclusion in a global community, and tearing down fear-based barriers that prevent authentic relationships." Full Story
instagram: @PromoteLoveMovement
“find life experiences and swallow them whole. travel. meet many people. go down some dead ends and explore dark alleys. try everything. exhaust yourself in the glorious pursuit of life.”—lawrence k. fish
Everyone deserves love. every story deserves to be told.
