Join Us in Empowering Queer Communities of Color: Support the Black Pride Network Virtual Education Center! 🌟
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Join Us in Empowering Queer Communities of Color: Support the Black Pride Network Virtual Education Center! 🌟

We are thrilled to announce the launch of an exciting fundraising campaign to raise $100,000 for the Black Pride Network Virtual Education Center! Our mission is clear, to make a transformative impact on under-resourced Queer Communities of Color by providing the education, training, and essential resources needed for success.

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Intersectionality and the Struggle for Equality in Queer Black Liberation
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Intersectionality and the Struggle for Equality in Queer Black Liberation

One of the most critical aspects of the fight for civil rights and social justice is the liberation of queer black community members. Specifically, it is a symbol of the intersection of the fight against racism and the struggle for the rights of queer people of color individuals. The journey of queer Black liberation, its significance, and the challenges that lie ahead are all topics that are discussed in this article.

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Black Pride Network Mourns Nex Benedict, Calls for Unity Amid Global Anti-Trans Attacks
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Black Pride Network Mourns Nex Benedict, Calls for Unity Amid Global Anti-Trans Attacks

The Black Pride Network (BPN) mourns Nex Benedict, a 16-year-old indigenous non-binary student who tragically died on Feb. 8 after reportedly being beaten by classmates in Owasso, Oklahoma. Nex faced months of bullying, exacerbated by a new law banning trans students from using gender identity-aligned restrooms.

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