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QueerVox @queervox.org · 03/07/2026

We have a message from @jpkarliak.bsky.social and a message from @florencewilder.com for you all! Please swipe through as we express gratitude to JP and welcome Florence to their new role!

A Message from JP

Five years ago, I started Queer Vox with the help of my trusted voiceover colleagues and friends Sarah Elmaleh, Linsay Rousseau, and Adi Cabral. Though I have often been the face of the organization, it has never been about me. It was always about creating a lasting resource for the queer community to find voiceover training and networking opportunities, regardless of who was at the helm. In fact, I think the organization can only strengthen and grow with the perspectives and experience of new leadership.

So, in accordance with our bylaws, I have concluded my second term as Queer Vox president, and I enthusiastically welcome our new president, Florence Wilder. I hope you... our members, allies, colleagues, and friends... will support Florence in this endeavor as you have supported me. They are a passionate advocate for the queer community and our industry, and I have every faith in their abilities.

As for me, I will still be at QV as executive director, handling administrative duties behind the scenes, but Florence will be leading the agenda and direction.

Many heartfelt thanks to our outgoing board members Adi, Linsay, and Christine Schermerhorn for their incredible service. And so much gratitude for our continuing (and new!) board members for their assistance during this transition.

A message from Florence

Five years ago, I joined a remote class at Queer Vox to better educate myself in voiceover and, more importantly, in who I was. And—beyond the incredible instruction and guidance from JP Karliak, Sarah Elmaleh, and Brock Powell—I felt a proper found home here. Never have I had such a more-welcoming atmosphere from legit strangers-turned-friends. I knew then that this was a group who I’d gladly devote my life and energy toward.

Queer Vox Academy was built on the strong pillars of its founders, and its current Board of Directors are truly experts in what they do. Thanks to all their efforts, we are poised to continue our mission: training and supporting queer voice actors and advocating for equitable and authentic opportunities.

Queer Vox is a haven for our kind, and a place of ongoing education among the voiceover community. And we will continue this role through our frequent classes, by bolstering a commitment to diverse stories, and proving that we are both queer AND excellent.

My sincerest gratitude goes toward our outgoing Board Members for all they’ve done and continue to do in the industry (seriously, go follow them if you haven’t). Your ambitions and impact are aspirational, and I keep your words close to my heart.

You all, the QVA community, have my sincerest and humblest thanks for this opportunity, and we aim to meet and and positively affect your own hopes for the future. May our tomorrows remain vibrant and our steps unwavering.

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QueerVox @queervox.org · 21/05/2026

We have more classes coming up! Embodied Liberation Lab: Creative Healing for Queer & Trans Artists is a gentle, trauma-informed creative care lab for queer/trans voice actors and artists navigating stress, burnout, and “living in the world right now" led by Axel Winget! linktr.ee/queervox?utm...

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QueerVox @queervox.org · 21/05/2026

We have more classes coming up! Making Noise is a hands-on interactive masterclass that explores improvisation as a powerful tool in gender-affirming voice training led by the fantastic Renée Yoxon! Join us May 26th There are 15 participant spots & unlimited audit spots! linktr.ee/queervox?utm...

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QueerVox @queervox.org · 07/05/2026

Last night members of our QueerVox Verified program had the pleasure of being instructed by the wonderful Darren Dunstan! Darren is an award-winning voice & casting director with over 20 years of experience in animation, animated feature-length films, & video games. Thank you for a fantastic class!

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QueerVox @queervox.org · 18/02/2026

VO Atlanta friends! Keep you eyes and ears (and schedule) open for our Diversity Roundtable! If you’re in and around the con, please make sure to say hello! See you all at @voatlanta.bsky.social in March!

VO Atlanta
QueerVox Presents: A Diversity Roundtable
March 27, 2026 4:00pm-4:50pm | Grand Salon A

Speakers:
Jazzy Frizzle
Tony Jackson
Matthew Parham
Marcus Rothenberg
Leonie Schliesing
JP Karliak (Moderator)

To register go to www.voatlanta.me

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QueerVox @queervox.org · 09/09/2025

We've brought back our highly-loved QV 101 Class! All contributions go toward our instructors and continuing to provide incredible classes to our community. Please sign up at secure.givelively.org/event/queer-... and we'll see you in class!

QV 101: Intro to VO

With guest instructors: Brian Doe Chua, Linsay Rousseau, Sarah Elmaleh, and JP Karliak.

9/15, 9/22, 9/29, and 10/6 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm PT on Zoom.

https://secure.givelively.org/event/queer-vox-academy/classes-and-workshops/intro-to-vo-2025

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QueerVox @queervox.org · 17/08/2025

Room change update! Our Micro-Mentorship: Queer Vox Small Group Q&A is now in Mentorship Room - Columbus Circle.

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QueerVox @queervox.org · 17/08/2025

🔥#FlameCon Day 2 is on! Stop by our table at M133 in Empire East Ballroom on Floor 2. Our workshop and panels today include: 🎤 Vocal Technique 101 Sun, 1:30pm| Workshop 1 (Liberty 1-2) 💬 Micro-Mentorship: Queer Vox Q&A Sun, 2:45pm | Mentorship Room (Murray Hill)

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QueerVox @queervox.org · 20/06/2025

Come support Queer Vox with this class with Tom Antonellis! The BIG Feelings of Voiceover: June 22 @ 12pm PT, covering things like: - Impostor Syndrome - Envy - Industry Fears and Doubts - and more! Make a donation at queervox.org, screenshot it, and message Tom at: www.tomantonellisvo.com/contact

An image for the upcoming class, "The BIG Feelings of Voiceover" with Tom Antonellis, with proceeds benefiting Queer Vox.

“The BIG Feelings of Voiceover”

Sunday June 22 from 12-2pmPT / 3-5pmET

In celebration of Pride and in celebration of the community of artists in the field of voiceover, join me Sunday June 22. All are welcome and your any-amount donation for entry will fully benefit Queer Vox . Queer Vox members may choose to donate or may attend for free.

We will cover:
• FOMO (Fear of Missing Out)
• FOML (Fear of Momentum Loss)
• Imposter Syndrome
• Booking Envy
• The Career Comparison Curse
• Fear of Opportunity Loss due to AI
• Doubts
• Worth challenges
• Ickiness in some areas of the biz
• bring your feelings to the discussion as well

Voiceoverartists often cite the feelings listed above as things that’re in the way of them realizing their potential. Have you sat with these hashtag#feelings and really drawn them out into the light to recognize them for what they really are? Have you defanged these snakes? I can be of service in this area! Donate any amount at Queer Vox’s website and join me for a valuable discussion.

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QueerVox @queervox.org · 01/06/2025

All of us at Queer Vox wish our community, LGBTQIA+ siblings, & allies a happy #PrideMonth! Pride is a time to celebrate the diversity of the queer experience, however #Pride is more than a celebration, it is a reminder how tenuous our freedoms are & how critical the support of our allies is.

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QueerVox @queervox.org · 14/05/2025

We're out here at @geekyteas.bsky.social celebrating our amazing community! So excited to meet the members of our Discord, both the lurkers and the posters!

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QueerVox @queervox.org · 17/04/2025

Hey, guess what? We've added ***MORE*** content to help out our friends in the UK! (take a looksie at pages 36 and 37).

International
UK
The Beaumont Society offers direct help and support from the trans community.
Canterbury Trans Network is a mutual aid network and social community open to transgender, nonbinary, and intersex (TNBI) adults (over 18) and any adults questioning their gender identity.
Galop supports LGBT+ people who have experienced abuse and violence.
Gendered Intelligence is a trans-led charity that aims to improve the lives of trans and nonbinary people in the UK.
Gender Kit offers advice and support for those questioning their gender.
Gender Identity Research and Education Society is a professionally managed membership charity supported by volunteers that, in collaboration with other groups in its field, hears, helps, empowers and gives a voice to trans and gender diverse individuals.
Mindline Trans+ is an emotional and mental health support helpline for anyone identifying as trans, nonbinary, or gender variant, and their families, friends, colleagues, and carers.
Spectra is a peer-led trans service accessible to all trans and gender-diverse people, including 1-to-1 health advocacy support and counselling, peer mentoring, and monthly online and in-person social groups.
Stonewall is a charity campaigning for LGBT+ equality.
Switchboard is an LGBT+ helpline.
Terrence Higgins Trust Direct is a phone and e-mail service for questions about sexual health or living with HIV.
The Trans+ Therapy Library (APP) is a free mental health resource created by and for the trans+ community
TransActual is a trans-led and run organization focused on healthcare and legal protections for trans people in the UK.
TRUK Listens is a helpline for trans people who need someone to talk to, started by Trans Radio founders Avril and Lucy Clark.

England
The Clare Project is a trans support and social group based in Brighton and Hove and open to anyone wishing to explore issues around gender identity.
Forward LGBT+ is a local, inclusive hub for Stockport’s LGBT+ community, family, and friends.
LGBT Foundation is a national charity based in Manchester with trans services and resources.

Scotland
Equality Network is a national LGBT+ equality and human rights charity striving to challenge discrimination and to consult, involve, and inform individuals and communities in Scotland.
LEAP Sports works for greater inclusion for LGBT+ people in sports and against homophobia, biphobia, and transphobia in a sports context.
LGBT Health and Well-Being is a health and well-being charity working to improve the physical, social, and mental health and well-being of LGBT+ adults (16+) in Scotland through support services, a social programme for the community, and supporting mainstream services to be more inclusive.
The Scottish Trans project aims to improve gender identity and gender reassignment equality, its rights, and overall inclusion in Scotland.

Wales
Trans Aid Cymru provides mutual aid, meetups, and community for trans and nonbinary people in Wales.
Umbrella Cymru is a national gender and sexual-diversity specialist organization that provides a wide range of support services across Wales.
UNIQUE Transgender Network is a voluntary group supporting Trans (transgender), nonbinary, and gender-diverse people in North Wales and West Cheshire.

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QueerVox @queervox.org · 23/03/2025

And we're back with our last panel for #VOAtlanta! Special thanks to @jpkarliak.bsky.social , @linsayrousseau.bsky.social , Jazzy Frizzle, @slimdareazon.bsky.social , @aimeegironimi.bsky.social , and Tony Jackson!

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QueerVox @queervox.org · 20/03/2025

Hey friends! If you're at VO Atlanta this year come and pay us a visit! We'll also be doing a few panels this weekend, and we'd love to hang out with ya!

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QueerVox @queervox.org · 19/03/2025

Queer Vox is proud to present Voice & Gender, a set of three workshops for LGBTQIA+ voice actors to explore their own vocal toolbox, discovering what sounds feel right for them in daily life, and what other sounds they can use to explore characters. secure.givelively.org/event/queer-...

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QueerVox @queervox.org · 05/03/2025

FYI to our LA community! Join up with your fellow performers and come out to WB Games show your support for SAG actors on Weds 3/5 from 11-2! #sagstrike #levelupthecontract #lgbtqactors

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QueerVox @queervox.org · 11/02/2025

What are y'all reading right now? We just received a copy of a new book written by our very own Adi Cabral! Looking forward to hopping into this one!

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QueerVox @queervox.org · 23/01/2025

We’re heading to VO Atlanta! QV is participating in two panels focusing on diversity and LGBTQ+ VO experiences! Will you be attending? Make sure you stop by on Friday 3/21 and Sunday 3/23!

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QueerVox @queervox.org · 07/01/2025

So excited to be a part of VO Atlanta this March! Queer Vox will be presenting panels with QV luminaries like @linsayrousseau.bsky.social, @marcusrvo.bsky.social, @florencewilder.com , and @briandoechua.bsky.social.

Promo flyer for VO Atlanta, welcoming JP Karliak (founder of Queer Vox) as a 2025 Presenter, March 20 - 23, 2025 at the Hilton Atlanta Airport.

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