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- Name: Chevy Larson
- Location: Lethbridge, Alberta
- Election: Regional Advocates 2024
- Running For: Western Provinces RA
Nomination Statement
Hiya! My name is Chevy Larson, I use They/Them pronouns, and I’m a L2 based out of Lethbridge. I started my magic and judge journey about 2 years ago which makes me pretty new compared to most. Some might see this newness as a weakness, but for me this is something that gives me perspective that others may not have. My biggest judge skill is my people and communication skills. I am often known as the “judge with the yellow hair” from many players who may not know my name but have interacted with me at events over and over again. From my bright and colourful hair, to my vibrant personality, I believe I am a good option to represent my region.
My vision for RR is being someone people aren’t afraid to talk to, and someone that can help ANY judge no matter the background and experience. I don’t want people to see their level as an indicator of quality of skill, but as a floor that they can ascend up from. Having a drama background makes talking to people a secondary nature for me and I would love to be able to use that skill for advocating for judges, players, and anyone in the community that needs a louder voice for them.
As a Nonbinary queer judge, the community can often feel closed off to those individuals who fit outside of the “typical” magic player demographic. I want judges and players of any background, sexuality, gender identity, etc to feel like Magic is a place where they not only belong but are wanted. It can often feel alienating not seeing other players or judges look or act different than the “norm” since people may feel uncomfortable going against the grain. I want to show people that being different is not only mega cool, but also needed to change the community for the good. My real life job is that of a teacher, and seeing what inclusivity and community can do for students and other professionals makes me want to bring more of that out in our Magic and Judge communities.
At the end of your first six months as Regional Advocate, what does “success” look like?
Honestly, just being able to understand the role and getting my feet on the ground, feels like a grand success for a new position that is being created. There are going to be tiny roadblocks that we won’t see until they pop up, so being able to tackle these head on is pretty successful.
What skills/experience do you bring to the role of Regional Advocate?
My real life job as a teacher fills a bunch of the skills of RA. Being able to improvise and think on your feet is a huge skill that not everyone may have. I am a great communicator due to my degree in Dramatic Arts and Education, this also allows me to speak publicly and with ease. I am already deep within the magic community which I see as a strength.
Describe your plans to recruit and utilize Area Communicators.
I want to be able to help judges in smaller communities by setting them up with judges from nearby larger communities so these judges feel just as important. It can be hard in Canada with how spread out everything is to find someone to communicate with, so having Discord channels or Facebook pages can bring people from smaller communities together.