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Lisa Galek

Lisa Galek is a freelance writer and editor. Her writing has appeared in Cleveland Magazine, Northeast Ohio Parent, Refinery29, Northern Ohio Live, and on, literally, thousands of American Greetings cards. She lives in the suburbs of Cleveland with her husband and three very clever daughters.

Lisa's Latest Articles

Ace Week 2021 Recap: How one Ohio org served (and continues to serve!) the plus in LGBTQ+

By Lisa Galek ● Community ● November 11, 2021

“We’re thankful folks are so interested in learning more about ace and aro identities.”

James Bigley II Advocates for LGBTQ+ Stories as Managing Editor of Cleveland Magazine

By Lisa Galek ● Culture ● October 15, 2021

“Journalism is just creative nonfiction. It’s telling powerful stories. Every person you interview is a character.”

A New Organization Hopes to Bring Statewide Support & Celebration to Ohio’s Bisexual+ Community

By Lisa Galek ● Community ● August 10, 2021

Currently, there are a few social groups for bi and pan people scattered locally across the state, but no broader Ohio organization.

How One Northwest Ohio Healthcare System is Striving Toward Better LGBTQ+ Care

By Lisa Galek ● Transgender ● July 21, 2021

ProMedica healthcare system has over 35 patient and family advisory councils, but none focused on LGBTQ+ patients. Until now.

“We Are Pride” – Photo Project Showcases Rainbow of LGBTQ+ Ohio [GALLERY]

By Lisa Galek ● Transgender ● June 7, 2021

The photoshoot took place May 16, and featured 18 models dressed in the colors of the rainbow flag.

AIDS Walk Ohio Aims to Raise Funds for HIV Programs (with Your Help!)

By Lisa Galek ● Community ● April 16, 2021

Yes, HIV is still out there. But events like AIDS Walk Ohio are doing their best to eradicate it.

LGBTQ+ Individuals and Couples Face Unique Considerations in Financial Planning

By Lisa Galek ● Community ● January 19, 2021

“Find a financial planner that you feel safe with. Somebody who’s going to allow you to be your full self.”

Ace and Aro Alliance of Central Ohio Creates Awareness and Offers Support & Advocacy

By Lisa Galek ● Community ● December 16, 2020

“Frankly, we still have folks in our broader LGBTQ+ community that don’t necessarily think ace and aro identities belong.”

Colors+ Offers Support for LGBTQ+ Youth…Like, Really Young LGBTQ+ Youth

By Lisa Galek ● Youth ● November 13, 2020

Most youth who attended Colors+ programming have been between 12-14 years old.