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Standing Strong Through the Pause | Opinion

As the national pause in federal food assistance benefits approaches, The McKenzie Project, Inc. (TMP) in South Florida is stepping into proactive mode to support vulnerable Black TGNCNB+ individuals, youth,

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A Survivor’s Fear in Troubled Times | Opinion

As a 58-year-old transgender woman of color, I feel incredibly fortunate to have reached this age. I’ve faced immense injustices, including employment and housing discrimination, and medical disparities that led

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PHOTOS: National LGBTQ Task Force Gala’s Be You Ball

The National LGBTQ Task Force Gala’s Be You Ball was a bold reimagining of their annual gala celebrating queer power, joy, and resilience. Hosted by Dominique Jackson, actress, advocate, and ballroom

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From Struggle to Advocacy: A Trans Woman’s Journey | Opinion

I grew up across Miami, Boston, and Forest, Mississippi. My classmates in Mississippi hurled spitballs at me and called me “the nigger’s child.” But my father, who described himself as un

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What Resilience Looks Like for Me | Opinion

I’m a Black, queer, Latino trans man living in Florida, where the political climate feels like it’s always set to hostile. Every headline reminds me that people like me aren’t

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Breaking the Binary, Building the Future | Opinion

I recently found myself traveling alone to speak at a conference and looking for a friendly breakfast table. Spotting a group of “queer-looking” folks, I asked to join them. Shortly

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From Tomboy to True Self: A Decade Into My Transition | Opinion

I was born and raised in Fort Lauderdale, Florida — sheltered, bookish, and without the language to describe what I felt inside. As a kid, I always played the “dad”

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Getting Past My Dysphoria | Opinion

By the time I was 10, I’d stand in front of mirrors for hours, scrutinizing my face as I saw myself slip away. “Who’s that boy?” I’d wonder. At 12,

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Walking Beside, Not Ahead: My Journey Supporting South Florida’s Trans Community | Opinion

About three years ago, I was approached by The Our Fund Foundation with an unexpected invitation. According to CEO David Jobin, I was the “most perfect person” to help launch

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Behind the Uniform: My Journey Through Gender, Grief, and the True Meaning of Masculinity | Opinion

As a 10-year Army veteran, the majority of my growing-up years were spent in the military. The year 2016 was my first year on testosterone and also my last full