7 Movies to Celebrate the Queeroes of Black History
February 1 marks the first day of Black History Month in the U.S., celebrated since 1970. In honor of this important occasion, here are seven films that celebrate the Black
LGBTQ History: Miss Major Is a Four-Decade Icon and Activist in the Trans Community
Miss Major Griffin-Gracy is perhaps most well known for her involvement in the 1969 Stonewall Inn Riots, but her activism extends over four decades and across the country. Born in
LGBTQ Black History: Black Transgender Activist Elle Moxley
Update 2/13/25: Moxley changed her last name in 2022, after transitioning. You can read her essay on the decision here. This article has been updated to reflect her current name.
LGBTQ Black History: Remembering Trailblazer Pauli Murray
Pauli Murray was a Black, nonbinary, queer poet, writer, lawyer and priest whose legacy carries on through law and activism. Born in Baltimore, MD in 1910, Murray moved to New
Queer Photographer Captures the Enduring Power of Black Joy
Every February as we celebrate Black History Month, we remember the rich history of Black culture in America by honoring the struggles weāve overcome and reflecting the goals weāve realized.
LGBTQ Black History: Josephine Bakerās History as an Unforgettable Activist and Actress
Actress and activist Josephine Baker found the stage when she was barely a teenager, struggling with homelessness and poverty in St. Louis, but her enchanting presence on stages across the
Feature – Create Change: Queer Black Women on the Move
January is here to usher in a new year and fresh beginnings. As many make resolutions regarding their health, it’s important not to ignore the intersections of general and political
The Wind is Spirit: The Life, Love, and Legacy of Audre Lorde
An interview with Lorde’s partner Dr. Gloria Joseph In honor of Black History Month and queer history, today on what would be her 82nd birthday, we want to honor Audre
Queer Black History: Moms Mabley
Itās impossible to discuss black comedy without bringing up Jackie āMomsā Mabley. A pioneer in a field reserved mostly for heterosexual white men, to call her a trailblazer would be