To separate the T from the LGB is to perform a lobotomy on queer history. It removes the memory of Stonewall. It erases the language of ballroom. It abandons the philosophy of chosen family.
The silence that followed wasn't empty; it was heavy with recognition. Then, the room erupted. It wasn't just applause; it was the sound of a community claiming its space.
Sometimes a space becomes too large or tense to remain safe. Be ready to:
: Do not assume a person’s sexual orientation or medical history based on their gender identity. Advocate for Rights
