Here’s 25 of our favourite Black LGBTQI icons changing the game in 2020 ✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿
BY SOPHIE GRIFFITHS
Happy Black History Month! Every October it’s an important time to not only look back at Black History, but also to look forward and celebrate the here and now. To shine a light on the individuals who have made a difference in what has been a heavy and difficult year for Black lives worldwide.
Earlier this year, thousands of people all over the world flocked to the streets in support of the Black Lives Matter movement, following the tragic deaths in America of Breonna Taylor, George Floyd, Tony McDade and Ahmaud Arbery.
This year more than ever, it’s crucially important that we highlight the Black queer women and non-binary people out there who are changing the game and making a huge difference for the representation of Black people.
Every single person on this list has shaped both LGBTQI and Black culture through incredible work, and challenged prejudice faced within their individual industries over the years. Whether that’s in film, sport, music or activism – these Black queer women and non-binary people are providing us with real representation through their achievements and dedication to amplifying Black voices.
Here’s our list of 25 inspiring Black change makers to celebrate this Black History Month. 🌈
Arlo Parks
Nicola Adams
Amandla Stenberg
Sophie Duker
Lizzo
Janelle Monáe
Audre Lorde
Indya Moore
Javicia Leslie
Char Bailey
Adele Roberts
Phyll Opoku-Gymiah
Munroe Bergdorf
Marsha P. Johnson
Lena Waithe
Janet Mock
Dua Saleh
Samantha Irby
Isis Davis
Bernardine Evaristo
Maisie Richardson-Sellers
Punkie Johnson
Dr. Ronx
Liv Little
Samira Wiley
There are so many more amazing Black LGBTQI women and non-binary people out there changing the world, tweet us some of your faves using the #BlackHistoryMonth hashtag at @DIVAmagazine.
