Staff
Barb Farrar
Executive Director
she/her | barb@lgbtsewi.org
Barb Farrar has been the Executive Director of the LGBT Center of SE Wisconsin since 2018. She has a passion for equity and social justice and believes the work at the Center has a positive impact in those areas. She also enjoys the constant juggle of providing programs and services, building community partnerships, and ensuring financial stability for the organization.
Her background is in Nonprofit Management and Human Resources, working in higher education, nonprofits, and technology sectors. She has a Master’s Degree in Human Resources and Organizational Development from the University of San Francisco.
Barb lives in Racine with her partner Shelley.
Kez Cesarz
Trans & Nonbinary Resource Coordinator
they/them | kez@lgbtsewi.org
Kez is proud to be part of the team as a Trans and Non-binary Resource Coordinator. Kez is a transmasculine non-binary human dedicated to uplifting the voices and rights of the LGBTQ+ community. With a bachelor’s in psychology and an associate degree in criminal justice, Kez blends their academic background with their lived experiences to advocate for marginalized communities.
A pivotal time in their life was when they began medically transitioning in 2022 and really found the courage to speak their truth and stand up for themselves and others. Navigating their own gender journey has inspired them to be unabashedly visible and to create spaces where others can feel seen and heard. They host a podcast called “New Pronouns, Who Dis?” where they candidly share personal experiences as a transmasculine non-binary individual. Through this platform and through their work at the Center, Kez aims to demystify the trans experience and foster understanding and empathy.
Kez enjoys a range of hobbies including hiking, playing sports, ghost hunting, attending rock concerts, creative writing, reading, and spending time with their wife and dogs.
Board of Directors
Kinzua Le Suer
Interim President of the Board
he/him | kinzua@lgbtsewi.org
Lindsay Samuels
Vice President OF THE BOARD
she/her | lindsay@lgbtsewi.org
Lindsay Samuels is a project manager and along with serving as a board member also serves on the Governance Committee. She is excited about the chance to make a positive impact in her community through her work with the Center.
Through her work as a board and committee member, Lindsay is serving and impacting underserved communities.
Lindsay enjoys Dungeons & Dragons and, after many years of having to move for work, is excited to put down roots in the area.
Jevon claussen
Member of the Board
she/they | jevon@lgbtsewi.org
Jevon Claussen is the Senior Director of Community Impact at the United Way of Kenosha County. In addition to serving on the Board of Directors she also serves on the Governance Committee. Jevon was drawn to board service because of a strong desire to leverage her time and skills to create a safe and inclusive space for everyone. The sense of community and the knowledge that the Center has makes such a positive impact on so many people is what keeps her going.
Jevon is passionate about expanding the Center’s reach and accessibility as well as building capacity for broader services, resources, and support for the LGBTQIA+ community.
Jevon loves chocolate (especially ice cream), sci-fi, spending time with her loved ones, traveling, learning about other cultures, and creating lasting memories.
