The Grio’s List of LGBT Leaders

June 27 is the 41st anniversary of Stonewall, the event that marked the beginning of the modern gay rights struggle. Cities across America are holding their Pride celebrations in accordance with this historic date.

To commemorate the event, The Grio has published their list of rising LGBT leaders. The article is unique because unlike most publications, it spotlights people of color.

The list includes notable figures Wanda Sykes and Keith Boykin as well as relative newcomers Anthony Woods and Tina Mabry. I urge everyone to read the list and learn about leaders you may not be familiar with.

The LGBT community is rarely mentioned in mainstream black media. I give The Grio credit for acknowledging our existence.