Change is happening because extraordinary people are fighting tirelessly for LGBTQ+ rights. Through our partnership with the Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative, we are committed to creating space for grassroots activism in every community that we serve.
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Cassero LGBTI+ Center
Cassero is one of Italy’s oldest LGBTI+ associations and has been creating space for LGBTQ+ people, community and activism for 40 years.
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KIARA ST. JAMES
she/herKiara advocates for systemic policy changes that benefit the LGBTQ+ people of New York, specifically Black, Brown and Latinx trans, non-binary and gender non-conforming communities.
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DEVIN LOWE
he/theyDevin’s activism addresses the intersections of racism and transphobia through arts, media, political education and community power, while also providing material support to Black trans women.
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VINCY CHAN
he/theyVincy works off- and online, focusing on community and resource building for and by queer, trans people of color.
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LUA STABILE
she/herIn the deadliest country in the world for trans people, Lua works to win acceptance and safety for the LGBTQ+ community.
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DOM HOLMES
they/themDom strives to move the UK past the Section 28 days to a time where queerness is celebrated, not tolerated.
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AMIR ASHOUR
he/himForced to flee his home in Iraq, Amir remains dedicated to bringing resources, visibility and protection to LGBTQ+ Iraqis.
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KAYLA GORE
she/herKayla fights for equal treatment for trans and gender-conforming people while providing shelter and homes for Black trans women.