'I was outed by two people, everything just collapses and you think your life's done'
Brad Poulter, a veteran of the Royal New Zealand Navy, shares his personal struggle with navigating military life as a gay man. The article highlights the psychological toll of hiding one's identity in a high-pressure environment.
Why it matters
It sheds light on the mental health challenges and systemic issues faced by LGBTQ+ personnel in defense forces.
Brad Poulter served in the Royal New Zealand Navy and the Defence Force for over 20 years, deployed to some of the world s most dangerous environments, but his biggest challenge was navigating military life as a gay man.
The article presents a personal narrative without taking a political stance on defense policy.
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