Friends and family of prominent LGBTI community leader Daniel Chorley are reaching out to the community for support after he was recently diagnosed with an aggressive form of lymphatic cancer. Daniel is a dedicated advocate for LGBTI youth and has spent countless hours volunteering his time to the community; serving 10 years on the RainbowYOUTH Executive Board, including two consecutive terms as Chairperson, as well as facilitating the organisation’s group GQ. He also was involved in both GABA and Auckland Pride before moving to Germany 10 months ago after being selected by international giant Bayer Cropscience as a postdoctoral researcher to conduct research to benefit the agricultural sector. The 29-year-old was diagnosed with with peripheral T-cell lymphoma on August 2nd this year and needs support to get back to his family in New Zealand, where he will continue treatment. Pia Alderson, who is a friend of Daniel’s, says “What was initially thought to be a superficial pulled tendon in his leg quickly revealed itself to be more sinister, with a large growth present on his hip having developed in only a few weeks. The destruction of his hip bone has left him unable to walk, resulting rapid kidney failure caused by toxic levels of calcium. Having received quick treatment to restore kidney function, a regime of harsh chemotherapy has begun to treat Daniel's cancer and give him the best chance at fighting this insidious disease.” “Having caught the cancer early, Daniel is now needing to return to New Zealand to continue his treatment under the care and support of family and friends. Money is being raised to help fund flights, transport and medical costs involved in treating the cancer, as well as hopefully rebuilding his hip and restoring his ability to work so he can return to work as a researcher.” To support Daniel in his treatment, visit the givealittle page to donate.
Credit: GayNZ.com Daily News staff
First published: Thursday, 25th August 2016 - 5:45pm