Brook Stanley

they/he

Aging and Disability Program Coordinator

bstanley@mkelgbt.org

414-271-2656 x104

Brook Stanley (they/he) is a disabled and genderqueer community advocate who has provided education and training on disability and LGBTQ+ issues for institutions throughout Wisconsin. They completed their master’s degree in Clinical Psychology at Marquette University, researching the lived experiences and support needs of autistic adults in colleges and universities. He has worked with individuals from ages 2 to 70+ in clinical care and support service settings across Milwaukee, with an emphasis on neurodiversity and LGBTQ+ advocacy. They are passionate about engaging with the community to create programs that help people live their fullest lives.

Brook is developmentally disabled and lives in a body that frequently disagrees with him. They dabble in art, writing, and fiber craft, and can often be found wandering the public museum or library with their life partner of 13 years. He is always happy to infodump about cognitive psychology, sensory processing, fantasy fiction, or tarot decks.