Axel has put themselves forward for the position for rural deputy as groups outside the capital area have not chosen one for themselves.
Hi, I’ve decided to run for the role of rural deputy.
I live in Akureyri, but whether I move to the capital in the next two years is not decided. Regardless, I believe I can represent the interests of the countryside.
I joined the community about one and a half years ago, in August 2023, through the Discord server for the community. There I learned a lot, gained context which gave me better understanding of myself and thus more freedom to be my authentic self. Shortly after that, I started considering attending in person, in November 2023, which was exactly when the munches in Akureyri dropped off.
From my own experience, I know how important it can be for people to have access to space where they get information about, and validation of, their experiences. As well as a safe space to explore those communications.
I want the countryside to have as much access to this option as possible.
I can’t promise whether or how much energy I will spend by my initiative on this in the next two years, I will be open to possibilities, open to ideas from everyone and do what is within my limits. If other people come up with ideas by their own initiative, that they want to their own effort into, and believe they can implement, I will prioritize listening, communicating, and contributing as much as my circumstances allow.
I served as an alternate representative on the board for the past year, so I have experience with board duties, and some awareness of what I’m getting into as well as where I can contribute.
Last year, I specifically ran as an alternate rather than a board member, I stated clearly that I knew nothing about the matters, and thus didn’t want a role with voting rights. No specific goals except to support the goals of others, and also just to learn.
This year, I’m running as a board member (specifically, rural deputy). In addition to supporting rural issues, I generally want to promote awareness. I want to work towards increased social awareness that promotes general understanding towards BDSM, and also gives people who are still figuring themselves out access to information that supports them. I want to work towards awareness within the community that helps community members move forward on their journey, do so in a way that is safe and secure, and ultimately just have the opportunity to play and communicate in a constructive way.
Additionally, I’d like to see improved processes within the board for general tasks.