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Ilona Westfall

Ilona Westfall is a Cleveland-based freelance marketing writer and journalist. When she’s not writing for a variety of northeast Ohio publications and national companies, she can be found roller skating, hiking, or hunting for pre-loved gems for her vintage clothing biz, Plaid and Prejudice Vintage.

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Ilona's Latest Articles

Camp Indigo promises happy campers when all trans camp returns to Ohio this summer

The summer day camp for kids 5–17 provides youth an opportunity to meet other trans kids in a fun atmosphere.

Meet the trans Ohioan suing President Trump for his right to serve in the military

“It has been my dream and my goal to serve my country for as long as I can remember,” said Nicolas Talbott.

DIRT Brings HIV/AIDS Advocacy Down to Earth for Black Communities in Ohio

'Black folks are not hard to reach. People just never take the chance or the time to really reach them.'

How one agency is trying to serve the healthcare needs of rural LGBTQ+ Ohio. Hint: it’s not easy.

Many LGBTQ+ individuals remain—understandably—unwilling to discuss their LGBTQ+ status with their neighbors or doctors for fear of judgment.

Love makes a family – and a must-see interactive exhibition – at the Maltz Museum

Within the exhibitions is an area for kids where they can draw pictures of their own families and use toys to represent their stories.

Meet a pair of weightlifters who are deadlifting to raise funds for trans Ohioans

With a goal of raising $6,000 for the TransOhio Emergency Fund, these two weightlifters are determined to lift everyone up.

Ohio LGBTQ+ youth struggle to find help for eating disorders

Lack of training, discrimination in healthcare are barriers.

An Ohio LGBTQ+ aquatics team is definitely making waves

While a love of swimming is the main draw for members, the athleticism, camaraderie & teamwork is what keeps them coming back.

An Ohio First: A Harm Reduction Supply Machine is helping to minimize sex & drug health risks

Discreet, easy-to-use, and contact-less, the vending machine is thus judgement-free, low-barrier (items are free) and anonymous.

How 4 Republican anti-protest bills could affect LGBTQ+ rights & Pride celebrations in Ohio

Republican lawmakers in Ohio have introduced four anti-protest bills that could have serious consequences for the LGBTQ+ community.

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