On May 18, we held the first ever Mz OutSFL Pagaent where OutSFL gave out three awards: Community Leadership, Hero, and Community Impact.

We honored Julie Seaver with the Community Leadership Award.

Seaver is a force of nature. That’s what it takes to lead the fight for LGBTQ rights, health, and wellness in Palm Beach County.

As CEO of Compass, she fights the day-to-day battles while also charting a course for a better tomorrow for LGBTQ people. Choosing her as the recipient for OutSFL’s Community Leadership Award was not a difficult decision.

“I was so surprised and then felt incredibly honored to hear I was receiving Out South Florida's Inaugural Community Leadership Award! I recognize that I don't do this work alone, and have the privilege of standing on the shoulders of those who came before me years ago,” Seaver said.

It helps to know her team has her back. "I have no doubt that Julie's leadership will continue to drive Compass’ success,” Compass board chair Nicholas Coppala said. “We are all grateful to have the opportunity to work alongside such a remarkable leader. Congratulations Julie on this well-deserved award!”

Compass organizes Pride every year in Lake Worth Beach, offers HIV testing, youth programs, and mental health services.

Seaver and her team serve PBC one day at a time, and the LGBTQ community is better off for it. “Surrounded by an amazing and dedicated team of staff, volunteers and board members, it's my honor to support Compass in forwarding our mission in saving lives every single day.”

Donate to the Out South Florida Melissa St. John College Student Scholarship here.

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