Theodora Lau

Eli Clare (born 1963) is an American writer, activist, educator, and speaker. His work focuses on queer, transgender, and disability issues. Clare was one of the first scholars to popularize the bodymind concept. == Early life and education == Clare was born in Coos Bay in 1963 and grew up in Port Orford, Oregon. He attended Reed College before transferring to Mills College where he received a degree in women's studies in 1985. Clare earned an M.F.A. degree in creative writing from Goddard Col…