Jay Kyle Petersen

Jay Kyle Petersen was born in 1952 with a rare variation of intersex called intersex male of genetic and hormonal origin. Jay has taught workshops advocating for intersex people across the United States, including at Brown University. He has been published in journals, interviewed by NPR for his writing, and recognized by the state of Minnesota for his significant contributions to the state. Jay served his country in AmeriCorp National Service as a case manager working with homeless veterans. His work has been used to develop policies for women throughout the state of Arizona. Jay is also a painter, and his work has been exhibited across the United States and is in permanent collections worldwide. He has donated art to support vulnerable women and children across the world. In 2017, Jay was the subject of JAY, an award-winning documentary.