Stormé DeLarverie
(1920-2014) “It was a rebellion, it was an uprising, it was a civil rights disobedience – it wasn’t no damn riot.” Stormé DeLarverie was born in New Orleans, Louisiana
Monica Roberts
(1962-2020) “What I’m writing may inspire someone who does not want to persevere.” Monica Katrice Roberts was born on May 4, 1962 in Houston, Texas. Her father was a disc joc
Allen Orr
Allen Orr, Esq. was born on August 5. He is a respected immigration lawyer, disability advocate, civil rights activist, SGL/LGBTQ advocate, community builder, and philosopher. Alle
Sharon Bridgforth
Sharon Bridgforth was born on May 15, 1958. She is a writer who makes theatrical jazz performance installations. Using improvisational techniques, Bridgforth composes moving soun
Mabel Hampton
Mabel Hampton was born on May 2, 1902 (to October 26, 1989). She was a dancer during the era of the Harlem Renaissance, an early lesbian activist, a domestic worker, and a philanth
Reggie Williams
Reggie Williams was born on April 29, 1951 (to February 7, 1999). He was a health care professional, a charismatic community leader, a highly effective early activist for HIV prev
Tim Captville-Domon
Tim Captville-Domon was born on April 28. He is a faith leader, entrepreneur, writer, activist, vocalist, community builder, and songwriter. Elder Timothy Wayne Captville was born
Chalwe Ranney
Chalwe Ranney was born on April 28, 1987. He is an empowering human rights activist, an LGBTI equality advocate, HIV/AIDS advocate, and a community builder. Chalwe Ranney Mwansa wa
C. Riley Snorton
C. Riley Snorton was born on April 28, 1982. He is a respected scholar, author, teacher, amateur filmmaker, transgender advocate, and devoted friend and family member. C. Riley Sno
Ma Rainey
Ma Rainey was born on April 26, 1886 (to December 22, 1939). She was one of the earliest American professional blues singers, and one of the first generation of singers to record.