Experts recently told me the two are inextricably linked, and putting emphasis on LGBTQ joy this Pride Month is especially crucial given the wave of persecution against the community. In the face of trauma, trans people – and the LGBTQ community at large – often persevere and find joy.
Of course, still make room for joy this Pride Month. The true equality finish line remains a long way away. In at least seven states, anti-trans laws have barred transgender girls and women from competing in high school sports. Marriage equality and protection from employment discrimination undoubtedly count as wins, but they were hurdles to jump. The U.S. hit a record for transgender killings, with Puerto Rico at the violent epicenter. The LGBTQ community – particular the transgender community – remains under attack. 'It remains purely symbolic': Why rainbow capitalism can be harmful to LGBTQ people Find out what a company stands for and advocates for outside of Pride Month and what kind of organizations it supports before purchasing the cute, colorful top. It's called rainbow capitalism, and again: Don't let it blind you. We would not enjoy the rights we have today without their tireless, trailblazing efforts.Ĭorporations corral around the community during Pride Month, plastering rainbows on their social media accounts and brick-and-mortar retail stores to claim they support equality. The LGBTQ community owes Black and Latina transgender women, well, everything. It can't be stated enough: Pride began as a protest against police at the Stonewall Inn in 1969. Pride is a protest - one we're still fighting
ET Thursday, June 24, on Twitter Spaces! We will be talking about Pride Month, rainbow capitalism, transgender rights and the importance of LGBTQ joy.