Join Javannah Davis and Blaque/OUT Magazine as she witnessed the opening of the Ts Madison Starter House in Atlanta, GA on March 31st.

Make sure you pour into BlaqueOUTMagTV on Youtube and the next issue of Blaque/OUT Magazine in May for a tour of the house and the full interviews with some of the amazing people who worked to open the Starter House, were present to see the ribbon cut and even the Ts herself! Congratulations Madi!

For more information about the Ts Madison Starter House, visit: https://naesminc.org/ts-madison-starter-house/

(Albany, New York) - On March 19th, the New York State Legislature honored the tradition of Black Journalism and Media with Black Press Day at the Capitol. Every year, March 16th is celebrated as “Black Press Day” to honor the 1st Black newspaper ever published in 1827. This year, five Black-Owned publications, started in New York State were recognized on the Assembly floor with a Proclamation Reading, Press Conference and Panel Discussion. Hon. Stefani Zinerman presented The New Amsterdam News of Harlem published since 1909, the Buffalo Criterian Newspaper first published in 1925, the Harlem Community Newspaper started in 1995 represented by Our Town Newspaper out of Brooklyn and Blaque/OUT Magazine started in 2020.

Lobby Days at the Florida capitol have begun, bringing countless special interest groups to Tallahassee to meet with electeds to encourage the representatives to vote with them in mind. This week, Equality Florida hosted a contingent of 400+ LGBTQ+ community members and allies to bring attention and humanity to the plight of Queer and especially Trans Floridians. The country is reeling under the current federal administration seeing everything from DEI and Civil Rights Protections stripped away to the ability for those of the Trans experience to serve in the military. Sadly, this is a familiar fight in Florida as many of the current federal policies were seemingly “tested out” on the state of Florida.

In a powerful and enlightening interview, I had the privilege of sitting down with the creative team behind Nina Simone: Four Women, currently being performed at Geva Theatre, as well as a delightful opportunity to host a live talkback at the theatre as well.

Victoria Von Blaque embodies more than just a name within the Transgender and sex worker rights movements, she’s a force of change, compassion, and perseverance. With over twenty years of experience, she has established herself as an advocate, consultant, and performer. Most importantly, she is dedicated to honoring the impactful legacy of her late mentor, Cecilia Gentili.

Cecilia Gentili was a groundbreaking activist who significantly advanced the rights of the transgender and sex work communities, particularly through her efforts to abolish the "Walking While Trans" law in New York City. Her untimely passing created a profound gap, but Victoria, who viewed Cecilia as a mentor, big sister, and dear friend, has committed herself to carry on Cecilia's vital work, envisioning a future where transgender individuals and sex workers can thrive without the threat of discrimination or criminalization.