Posts Tagged ‘LGBTQ’
Acclaimed poet and activist Nikki Giovanni dies at 81
Giovanni, whose work includes poetry children’s books, and TV shows, among others, was 81 when she passed.
Read MoreBlack Pride Milwaukee, Inc.’s Civic Engagement Series
Together, we’ll explore crucial topics every third Wednesday month, providing actionable steps to drive positive change in the Greater Milwaukee area. This is also a great networking opportunity to connect with other passionate individuals and leaders in the community. November Topics: Economic Empowerment: Entrepreneurship and Financial Literacy for the Black Queer Community Why Attend? Gain knowledge on key issues…
Read MoreWhen Harlem Was ‘as Gay as It Was Black’
Harlem welcomed those who were outcasts in other parts of society, becoming home to unique entertainment and culture.
Read MoreTrailblazing Black trans singer Jackie Shane finally gets her due in Tennessee
The soul vocalist, who was recently the focus of a documentary, will be recognized by Nashville with a historical marker.
Read MoreGlobal Black Pride to be held in the U.S. for the first time
Atlanta will be the first U.S. city to host the Global Black Pride event, which includes a march, rally, and main stage entertainment.
Read MoreThe Maryland activist using oral history to humanize trans incarcerated people
This Black August, one activist is helping to shine the light on a group of people who experience unique marginalization in the world.
Read MoreHe feared coming out. Now this pastor wants to help Black churches become as welcoming as his own.
While he once listened to homophobic sermons, Rev. Brandon Thomas Crowley now preaches acceptance to his congregation.
Read MoreNew ‘Doctor Who’ star Ncuti Gatwa feels ‘sad’ for critics of show’s diversity
As a queer black man, Ncuti Gatwa has faced backlash after being cast as the new Doctor Who, but he isn’t letting it get him down.
Read MoreMan convicted in Black transgender woman’s killing in first federal hate crime trial over gender identity
By James Pollard, Associated Press COLUMBIA, S.C. — A South Carolina man was found guilty Friday of killing a Black transgender woman in the nation’s first federal trial over a hate crime based on gender identity. After deliberating for roughly four hours, jurors convicted Daqua Lameek Ritter of a hate crime for the murder of Dime Doe…
Read More‘Rustin’ shines a long overdue spotlight on the architect of the March on Washington
A new Netflix film examines the life of an often overlooked activist, Bayard Rustin, who was involved in the March on Washington.
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