Black History Month Spotlight

It’s Black History Month, and throughout the month of February, we’ll be sharing content to amplify Black LGBTQ+ stories and content. Check out our blog throughout the month for spotlights on some incredible Black LGBTQ+ activists, TikTok videos that explore our history and have some fun in the process – plus resources, educational materials, It Gets Better videos and more.

5 Black Queer Artists You Should Know

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We just KNOW Big Mama sung it better 🎙 @Ian Walls #itgetsbetter #blackhistorymonth #lgbtqhistory #blacktiktok #blackqueertiktok #blackqueerartist
♬ Have Love Will Travel V2 No Perc-JP – Pandicio Del Toro

Black History Month Spotlight: Ashton Mota

Since @ashtonmota came out at 12 years old, he’s been fighting for the rights of our trans community – and he has a message to queer and questioning youth: “You know who you are, and though you may not be ready to tell and show the world, just know that when you are, there will be a community waiting to embrace you, as you.” Ashton, we salute your courageous activism ️‍ ️‍⚧️⚖️

The thing about history is…it’s happening right now!

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The thing about history is…it’s happening right now! 👀 @Tayler Scriber #itgetsbetter #blackhistorymonth #makinghistory #blackqueertiktok #blacktiktok
♬ I Just Wanna Know – Luke Reeves

Who’s that one historical figure you KNOW you woulda been friends with? ️‍ @hammny

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Who’s that one historical figure you KNOW you woulda been friends with? 🏳️‍🌈 @hammny #itgetsbetter #blacktiktok #blackhistorymonth #lgbtqhistory
♬ Hip Hop Background(859131) – Pavel

Black History Month Spotlight: Yasmin Benoit

When it comes to #asexual activism, @theyasminbenoit is leading the charge! She says her purpose is to “make things a little easier for asexual and aromantic people – specifically Black people on those spectrums.” Yasmin, thank you for proudly representing your communities

This February we’re honoring queer youth MAKING history in the Black LGBTQ+ community! Stay tuned to see who’s next.

Why seeing ourselves in media is so important

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Why seeing ourselves in media is so important 💜 @Tayler Scriber #itgetsbetter #filmtok #parisisburing #blacktiktok #blackqueer #queerfilm
♬ Countless – Official Sound Studio

Pauli truly did it ALL ‍⚖️ @daejahtalkstv #itgetsbetter

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Pauli truly did it ALL 🧑‍⚖️ @daejahtalkstv #itgetsbetter #blackhistorymonth #blacktiktok #lgbtqhistory #queerhistory #lgbtq
♬ Crowded Streets-JP – Cliff Notes

Tune In and Celebrate Black Creators All Month Long

Shout out to our very own Ambassadors @RekItRaven, @SpringSims, and @kedapalooza for being featured on the Twitch front page during #BlackHistoryMonth.

TikTok Spotlight – @calmdownace: The “P” in Marsha P. Johnson stands for…

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It’s important to remember the fun stuff, too! 💜 @calm down ace #itgetsbetter #blackhistorymonth #marshapjohnson #audrelorde #queerhistory #bhm
♬ I Know It’s True – AGM3

Twitter Thread: Orgs That Serve Our Black LGBTQ+ Community

We have a WHOLE resource list of orgs that specifically serve our Black LGBTQ+ community! Plus, check out some more orgs we LOVE!

Moments of Power

It Gets Better videos, educational resources, resources for Black LGBTQ+ youth, resources for allies and more uplifting, empowering and connecting the Black LGBTQ+ community. Explore more here.