This week on Militantly Mixed, I’m recapping my amazing weekend in Los Angeles at the Free To Be Fest 2025 — a full day of celebrating Mixed identity, community, and representation. I also share my big personal announcement.
At the festival, I had the honor of moderating the panel:
"Permission to Be Mixed"
This panel explored the emotional and societal complexities of a Mixed identity, from questions of authenticity to the power of representation.
Panelists:
Alex Chester-Iwata – @alexfchester
Maris Lidaka – @MarisLidaka
Mannie Williams – @itsmanniew
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