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February is Black History Month! Here are just a few Black Queer People who dedicated their lives to making the world a better place. Black history month is about remembering all the types of Black people who helped further the progress of justice. Thank you to all of those who paved the way.

Bayard Rustin (1912-1987)

A lot of times noted as the man that Homophobia Erased from History.His impact not illustrated seen in a lot of history books, Bayard Rustin became most recognized for his work for the civil rights movement. Bayard Rustin was the lead organizer of the March on Washington, and ultimately was one of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s right hand men. From Marching on Washington, to his work in the Black Power movement, to being imprisoned for being in a relationship with a man and his advocation of the advancement for LGBTQ people, Bayard Rustin was a force to be reckoned with. Although he put so much of his time and effort into making the world a better place, his presence has been erased in some of the light of the civil rights movement because at the time people thought him being gay would hinder the advancement of black people.

Angela Davis (Born in 1944)

Angela Davis is a loved political activist, author, scholar, and professor. Davis contributed a lot to the Black Panther Party and worked hard for the advancement in the Civil Rights Movement. Davis was also very involved in Prisoners rights, and feminist theory (and where Women of color fit into mainstream white feminism). She also fought hard for the advancement of LGBTQ rights. Overall Angela Davis is a queer women of color whose list of activism efforts goes on and on. Angela Davis did and continues to spread her efforts to all types of oppression and injustices.

Marsha P. Johnson (1944-1992)

Marsha P. Johnson was a Black Trans Woman whose efforts for the queer community and overall essence of love and self acceptance in the face of ridicule touched the hearts of many. Marsha P. Johnson was a pivotal part of the Stonewall Riots, being at the epicenter of it all, (which isn’t always illustrated). She was noted as the person who “really started it all”. The stonewall riots really sparked queer and especially trans activism, but also essentially birthed what we now know as the Pride Parades. Another reason to remember to not erase the “T” in LGBTQ rights.

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8 Queer Trailblazers to Celebrate During Black History Month (& Beyond)

Whilst modern day artists like Frank Ocean and Janelle Monáe are breaking down barriers in their own ways, Black LGBTQ musicians have existed as long as the music industry -- and they've spearheaded the rise of ever-morphing genres for generations.

“Modern artists like Frank Ocean, RuPaul and Janelle Monáe are breaking down barriers in their own ways, but Black LGBTQ musicians have existed as long as music has existed.” 🎶🌈

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Black History Month Includes Black Queer History, Too

“We, too, have been here, have been Black and queer, and still aren’t going anywhere,” says Out's Culture and Entertainment Director Tre'vell Anderson.

“…it’s important to center the legacies of Black LGBTQ+ people. It’s the least we can do to present a full, nuanced idea of America’s Black experience. Black queer futures depend on it.” #BlackHistoryMonth

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It’s Black History Month this month, and coincidentally, today, 18th of February, is the birthday of Black poet, feminist and activist Audre Lorde!

Audre was legally blind and described herself as “crazy and queer”; she focussed her activism on fighting for women who, like her, were excluded from mainstream feminism, whether because of class, race, sexuality, or disability.

Keep an eye on our blog for more Black history throughout the month.

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Black History Month: 17 LGBTQ black pioneers who made history

In celebration of Black History Month, NBC Out honors the black LGBTQ trailblazers of the past and present.

Meet the black LGBTQ+ trailblazers of the past and present!

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MUA/YouTuber/Entertainer Kenneth Senegal sat down with Historian and Author Blair Imani to learn a little about Black History Month while creating a 1960s inspired makeup look.

💄From the bold cat-eye eyeliner to the subtle contour, the only thing outshining this look is Blair’s knowledge of all things queer, Black history! 🌈

Learn more about Kenneth: https://bit.ly/37IBWZj

Check out Blair’s newest book, “Making Our Way Home: The Great Migration and the Black American Dream” here: http://blairimani.com/books

About It Gets Better Project: The It Gets Better Project exists to uplift, empower, and connect LGBTQ+ youth around the globe.

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This Black History Month we’re celebrating black leaders, icons and activists who help uplift, empower and connect the queer community. 🌈
CONNECT: Miss Major Griffin-Gracy was a leader in the Stonewall Riots. She’s dedicated her life to assisting... — This **Black History Month** we’re celebrating black leaders, icons and activists who help uplift, empower and connect the queer community. 🌈

**CONNECT**: Miss Major Griffin-Gracy was a leader in the Stonewall Riots. She’s dedicated her life to assisting trans & intersex youth, serving as the executive director of the TGI Justice Project. Thank you for your contributions, **Miss Major**!

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This Black History Month we’re celebrating black leaders, icons and activists who helped uplift, empower and connect the queer community. 🌈
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UPLIFT: James Baldwin was a prolific author whose works include ‘Giovanni’s Room’ and ‘If Beale Street Could... — This Black History Month we’re celebrating black leaders, icons and activists who helped uplift, empower and connect the queer community. 🌈
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UPLIFT: James Baldwin was a prolific author whose works include ‘Giovanni’s Room’ and ‘If Beale Street Could Talk.’ His novels explored how race, class and sexuality impacted Black life in America. Baldwin went on to participate in the civil rights movement of the 1960s and his works are still highly relevant to this day. Thank you for your contributions, James Baldwin!

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If you’re feeling scared or lonely, don’t give up. Keep on breathing, keep on taking each day one at a time. Look out in any way you feel safe to for lights to help guide your way towards the life and the love that you know in your deepest heart you were meant for. If you’re unsure, don’t rush yourself, take your time. Your road will be your own, and it will never look exactly like anybody else’s.
But I can say, with deep confidence, that if you just keep holding on, there is at least one common thread that all of us can hold to: stay true to your heart of hearts, and with time, it will surely get better.

Mattie T. (USA)

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Time to d-d-d-drop some knowledge about LGBTQ+ terms!

Today’s term is non-binary: A person whose gender identity does not conform to the gender binary, which is the erroneous idea that only two distinct and opposite genders exist (man and woman). In reality, many genders exist, and have existed throughout history! Some nonbinary people identify with more than one gender, while others don’t identify with any.

The important thing: there are many ways to be nonbinary, and everyone’s experience with gender is different.

Want more? Writing Our Own Dictionary premieres on our Youtube October 6th! Subscribe now so you don’t miss an episode. In the meantime, check out our terms glossary at itgetsbetter.org/glossary.

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yknow, I'm really glad that somewhere, someone out there took the time to make a whole blog, just to support people and kids like us, it really really does mean a lot to us. We thancc thee

My dear lgbt+ kid,

I kept this message in my drafts for a long time because it’s so kind - and also because it reminds me that I am doing my best to support people.

I tend to feel guilty for not doing more, for just writing silly little letters on tumblr. Your message really provides a different perspective: I took time to make a whole blog just to share love and comfort! Yay, me!

Seriously, thankyou <3

With all my love,

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