Erica Badowski

Associate Director, Adult Learning They/Them

Erica Badowski is the Associate Director of Adult Learning at Beloved Community. They have a background in Instructional Design, LGBTQ+ Advocacy, and Philosophy. E joined Beloved Community because of their common goal to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion practices and implement systemic change at home, work, and in education. E’s dedication to DEI can be seen through their work in TIDAL, a transgender-led coalition united in their commitment to trans liberation through equitable healthcare.

They have organized and hosted several LGBTQ+ healthcare forums, as well as educational sessions focusing on LGBTQ+ allyship and inclusion. E is thankful to have moved to New Orleans in 2010, where they reside with their partner, 3 cats, and a rambunctious dog. They love to spend time connecting with the community, spending time outdoors, and travelling to new places.