Lena Waithe
(b. 1984) “My mission is to provide a space for people to grow, while making work that people can look at and say, ‘That broke a barrier.’” Lena Waithe was born on
Monica Motley
Dr. Monica Motley was born on April 23, 1984. She is a self-described Black, lesbian, and gender-fluid scholar, activist, scientist, daughter, and lover that fights for and believe
Robert Jones, Jr.
Robert Jones, Jr. (“Son of Baldwin”) was born on April 21, 1971. He is an influential writer, blogger, novelist, activist, critical thinker, and a self-described nerd who finds
Yance Ford
Yance Ford was born on April 13, 1972. He is the first openly transgender director nominated for an Academy Award, and only the third openly trans nominee in any Oscar category. Fo
Toni-Michelle Williams
Toni-Michelle Williams was born on April 6, 1991. She is a community organizer for Black trans communities in Atlanta, a trap healer who prioritizes underserved Black communities
Bayard Rustin
Bayard Rustin was born on March 17, 1912 (to August 24, 1987). He was an important pacifist, event organizer, human rights advocate, and a leading voice in shaping the strategies a
Trinice McNally
Trinice McNally was born on March 16, 1989. She is a Black queer feminist, immigrant, organizer, student affairs professional, and educator. Trinice McNally was born in London, Eng
Sampson McCormick
Sampson McCormick was born on March 13, 1986. He is a popular award-winning stand-up comedian, writer, activist, and filmmaker. Sampson McCormick was born the youngest son of Flor
Devin Barrington-Ward
Devin Barrington-Ward was born on March 13, 1990. He is a talented political strategist, government affairs expert, communications professional, and passionate HIV/AIDS advocate. D
Rodney Kendell Nickens, Jr.
Rodney Kendell Nickens, Jr., JD, MA was born on March 10, 1987. He is a passionate social justice and civil rights advocate, public servant, and a leader in the LGBTQ community. Ro