GLSEN Upstate New York Board of Directors

Change happens when we work together. We are proud to work with the leadership of passionate activists, tireless historians and researchers, inspiring educators and advocates, and most of all, the students and educators working every day to ensure safer, more inclusive schools for LGBTQ youth.

Cameron Torrey (He/ Him/ His)
SHINE Coordinator & Board Member

Cameron Torrey is currently a full time student working towards his degree in secondary and special education. Cameron started with GLSEN as a student with the SHINE Team during his freshman year of high school, and was asked to be Co-President of the SHINE Team in his senior year. Cameron, as a student leader, helped plan and execute the Winter Ball, the yearly Capital Region Pride Parades, and various other activities. When Cameron graduated from high school and was unable to continue as a member of the SHINE Team, he found himself being invited to lead the SHINE Team as its coordinator and as a board member. One of his main joys is advising the SHINE Team in all of its endeavors and advocating for all students. Due to Cameron seeking a degree in education, he truly understands that each student's voice should be heard and that each individual student can and should make a difference and be visible within their local community. In his free time, Cameron enjoys history books and documentaries, and playing his electric bass.

Alynn McTighe (She/Her/Hers)
Chapter Treasurer & Board Member

Brianne Ptak-Mimura (She/Her/Hers)
Social Media & Communications Coordinator & Board Member

Thea MacFawn (She/Her/Hers) 
Board Member

Interested In Joining Our Board?

If you have a passion for advocating for and uplifting the voices of our LGBTQ+ K-12 Youth, GLSEN Upstate NY is the place for you! If interested, please submit your most current resume and a cover-letter on why you are interested in joining our board.