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[…] GLAAD and Arianna’s Center, Powered by Gilead,” to discuss legislation targeting transgender people, the fight for social justice in the trans community and for people living with HIV, and mental health Participants include GLAAD consultant and writer Raquel Willis (The Risk It Takes to Bloom); activist Daniela Arroyo from Puerto Rico and Arianna’s Center […]

[…] that grassroots organizers and community centers are doing all throughout the world in support of trans rights. Their actions, driven by mutual aid, self defense programs, and HIV activism, is a blueprint for other organizations looking to begin and grow their own impact. To connect further with The Mahogany Project, support their work, and join […]

[…] me and my sister, he lived his truth. He was brave and unapologetic during a time when this country wasn’t as accepting and witnessing his battle with HIV was one of the most painful experiences I’ve ever lived. I’m hopeful that his struggles serve to open pathways for other young people to live more […]

[…] my sister,” she shared. “He lived his truth and he was brave and unapologetic at a time when this country wasn’t as accepting.” “Witnessing his battle with HIV was one of the most painful experiences I’ve ever lived.  I’m hopeful that his struggle served to open pathways for other young people to live more […]

[…] Weiland who was one of the earliest programmers for Microsoft and was also an out gay man since the 1970s, and contributed millions to LGBTQ organizations and HIV and AIDS research funding.  The documentary will premiere digitally at the Provincetown Film Festival, June 16-25. Get tickets here and watch the trailer below. 2) A […]

[…] August 8. Out filmmaker Andrew Haigh is set to adapt Let The Record Show by Sarah Schulman, a documentation of ACT Up, and the political history of HIV and AIDS. Haigh will adapt the book as a narrative TV series. 6) Out actor BD Wong is set to make his directorial debut in the […]

[…] know how she survived. And she talks about the idea that now every year and every birthday is a gift, you know? A trans woman who is HIV positive, who was told that she was going to die at a young age, and here she is on freaking Broadway, so she to me is […]

[…] from 6 to 9pm . An intimate portrait of the one-of-kind ACT UP activist in Los Angeles who stood up for gay and trans communities, especially those living with HIV. Gone too soon does not begin to express the sadness of losing this funny, kick ass heroine. We sure could use your help now, Connie. – Querida […]