Debbie Schenk

Educational Coordinator

A fourth generation Montanan, 30-year business owner, wife for 31 years and proud mom of two adult sons, Debbie likes to say her part at Interchange is “the mom.” Having worked on LGBTQ issues throughout Montana for the last nine years, Debbie relishes the opportunity to share her stories. Though progress has undoubtedly been made in the last year – in Montana and across the country – there is still much work to be done to ensure equality, fairness and dignity for everyone.

Debbie is committed to working with schools, community organizations and churches to initiate those difficult conversations and address the LGBTQ issues that are still very prevalent, particularly in rural areas where young people are isolated, vulnerable and unaware of available resources and how to access help, if needed. These conversations can save lives.

She is also interested in anti-bullying and intersectionality work, as well as breaking down the barriers that instigate fear about people that are different, in any way. The more we know, the better we do.

When not out changing the world, Debbie enjoys her dogs and kittens, walking, shopping and margaritas.