Author of Your Sister Your Brother Your Neighbor Has AIDS, a book that informs the family and loved ones of people newly diagnosed, Lake addresses homophobia, racism, and misogyny through her writing, non-partisan political activism, and community leadership. She is a marathoner, educator, and dynamic public speaker.
Contributing columnist for the Windy City Media group, advisory board member for the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services’ Office of Minority Health and Resource Center, Internet talk radio host, licensed facilitator for the Sidran Institute Risking Connection program, Lake continues to find innovative ways to combine her role as minister, teacher, and activist to stop the hurt caused by hate.