Seeking Stories of Queer California: A Hidden Histories Online Exhibit

Black LGBTQ+ People

Black LGBTQ+ people exist at an intersection of racial and sexual identities, shaping distinct experiences and challenges compounded by racism, homophobia, and transphobia. Black LGBTQ+ people have been at the forefront of activism, advocacy, and cultural expression, contributing significantly to movements for civil rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and social justice. Their voices and experiences reflect a vibrant and diverse community and are essential in understanding the complexities of identity and oppression.

Collection Information

For more information on the materials in this gallery, see their holding institutions.

Gerth Archives & Special Collections at California State University, Dominguez Hills
Aché: A Journal for Black Lesbians
Twista: Trans Women Informing Sista Trans Women on AIDS

The Claremont Colleges Special Collections & Archives
Black Lesbian Newsletter

California History Section, California State Library
Guide to Black Gay and Lesbian Video and Film

The Outwords Archive
Gwen Craig Oral History

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