“She stood up for voting rights, for feminism, for women and girls, for my community—the LGBTQ+ community.”

In 1936, a Black queen took home the top prize for the first time in the nearly 70 years that the “Odd Fellows” Ball had been taking place.

Bill Clinton wanted to nominate her to the Supreme Court, but she was too ill when he got the chance.

She may have thrown the first punch at Stonewall, but her legacy is so much bigger than that.

Across the country, exceptional Black LGBTQ+ leaders are stepping up to run for public office. Here are some of the candidates running this year.

Alan Emtage is to the Internet what Billy Porter is to fashion – an icon. And you use his biggest invention every single day.

With these commemorative stamps, some queer Black heroes are getting special recognition.

Woody, who describes herself as old and gay, is building a communal residence for older LGBTQ+ people.

HRC’s Director of Community Engagement for the Transgender Justice Initiative explores her place in Black history.

“So much has changed and I know my generation has made a significant contribution to the growth,” writes activist Alston Green.