Speaker Bios

health systems. Although they are new to the peer support world, they have been very integrated in the social Justice world for a long time. Since ze was a youth they have been a community activist and organizer for social justice causes, with a strong focus on LGBTQ+ rights and Racial Justice. Zenni is a creative and a multifaceted artist who uses different visual arts mediums and writing forms to express themselves.

Ericka Reil

Ericka Reil, Emcee, is a disability rights advocate. She works currently for Washington County Mental Health. Previously, she worked for Another Way Community Center and 17 years for the Vermont Center for Independent Living (VCIL).

Wilda White

Wilda White is a Mad activist and founder of MadFreedom, Inc., an advocacy organization whose mission is to end the discrimination and oppression of people based on their perceived mental state. Wilda lives in Dorset, Vermont with Marley, her black Lab.

K&R KREATIVE SOULS

K&R Kreative Souls, led by the husband and wife duo Kairi Chapman and Rozette Mclean-Chapman, specializes in the traditional visual arts and performing arts, along with crafting. Together, they bring a harmonious blend of creativity, expertise, and a shared vision to their artistic endeavors.