Quick Info
| Profession | Drag queen, environmentalist, LGBTQ+ activist, community organizer |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 21/07/1992 |
| Age | 34 years |
| Birthplace | Lincoln, Nebraska, U.S. |
Latest News about Pattie Gonia
15/06/2025
In June 2025, Pattie Gonia launched the Queer Outdoor and Environmental Job Board, a free digital tool designed to help queer individuals find employment in outdoor and environmental fields, thereby diversifying these industries. The initiative was supported by over $2.5 million in community fundraising for related nonprofits.
20/04/2025
Pattie Gonia was featured in National Geographic's 'Nature's Warrior Queen' series in April 2025, highlighting their pioneering work in fostering an inclusive outdoor community for LGBTQ+ and BIPOC individuals. The article detailed their journey from Lincoln, Nebraska to becoming a globally recognized drag queen and environmental activist.
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Bio/Wiki
| Known For | Drag performance, environmental advocacy, and LGBTQ+ inclusion in outdoor spaces |
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| Other Name | Wyn Wiley |
Personal Life
| Pronouns | she/they (Pattie Gonia) |
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Career
| Overview | Pattie Gonia is the drag persona of Wyn Wiley and is known for environmental and LGBTQ+ activism, especially work focused on inclusivity in the outdoors. |
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| Co-founder | Outdoorist Oath |
| Founder | Queer Outdoor and Environmental Job Board |
| Notable Works | Won't Give Up, Birds Tell Us, Everything to Lose |
| Awards | Out 100 (2024) |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/pattiegonia/ | |
| Official Website | https://pattiegonia.net |
| https://www.facebook.com/pattiegonia/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Pattie Gonia has been described as the 'world's first backpacking queen'. | |
| 2. The project combines drag performance with outdoor and environmental advocacy. | |
| 3. Pattie Gonia's community has been described as over 1,400,000 people. | |
| 4. Pattie Gonia and her community have collectively raised over $2.5 million for LGBTQIA+ BIPOC and environmental nonprofits. |