A juggling act, baristas need to move fast with efficiency while keeping customers happy and ensure that all café operations are running smoothly. When you’re a barista, it is vital to master a variety of skills. So stand up and fight! It only takes one person to start.”īest Barista - Brad from Stork’s Bakery & Coffee The people that came before us we owe all of freedoms and liberty and without them I think gays today would still be in hiding. James added, “It is very important to be an activist and fight for what you believe in, that’s what makes our country run. “It's not about how much money you raise or how much publicity you get charity work/activism is about the impact you have on a person or society.” While St. “The simplest act of kindness can change a person's life for the better without you ever knowing it,” he said. Mazaika concluded with some words of wisdom. “I was a big supporter for the Matthew Shepard Foundation and organizations to stop bullying in schools and worked to stop gay suicides,” she said. She is involved in the Human Rights Campaign and has assisted with fundraising campaigns for both homeless and LGBT seniors. James works in hotel management and is a female impersonator. He is a criminal investigator for Wells Fargo Bank and organizations/charities he participates in are Out To Protect, Cops 4 Causes, the Miami AIDS Walk, the SMART Ride, and the National Voices for Equality, Education and Enlightenment (NVEEE). “Ever since being part of that Torch Run and seeing how a simple act of kindness can mean so much to a person or an organization, charity work/activism has been a part of my life,” he explained. Mazaika first started doing charity work in college by volunteering for the local police department as part of the Special Olympics Torch Run. I never set out to do it, it just came naturally.” James agreed: “I never thought of myself as an activist until I looked up the true meaning and realize I guess I am. “I am just an ordinary everyday person who strives to help others that are less fortunate or need a helping hand,” Mazaika said. In addition, both do not consider themselves activists. James and Darran Mazaika have both been recognized for their work striving for LGBT equality in the community. The category for local LGBT activist is tied for the year, and with good reason. Here are SFGN's "Best of 2015" winners in the people category in Broward Countyīest Local LGBT Activist - Jaclyn St.
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