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Jessica L. Ransom by Leyla T. Rosario “When I was three years old, I used to walk around with a box over my head saying, ‘I want to be in […]

Jenna Laurenzo by Shervin Lainez Jenna Laurenzo has loved movies since she was a child because they have “the power to ignite the imagination and inspire dreams, action, and create […]

Jean Chou by Jill Lotenberg “When I started my law practice, I was in my 20s, DOMA was still in effect, and I was uncertain if clients would be open […]

Javiera Mena by Sharon Lopez “My philosophy has always been to show myself as I am,” says Javiera Mena. “I believe that whenever I have shown my art, I have […]

Jacquelyn Piazza Courtesy of Jacquelyn Piazza “Who dances all the way to work every morning?” Jacquelyn Piazza asks GO. Her answer? “I do!” Despite the fact that her work — […]

Indyra Mendoza by Kate Orellana Indyra Mendoza has been fighting for LGBTQ+ human rights in Honduras for 20 years. She is the founder of Red Lesbica Cattrachas, the country’s only […]

Grace Kuhlenschmidt by Sarah Elizabeth Larson New York-based comedian Grace Kuhlenschmidt amassed a huge following thanks to her absurd, often-confusing, and always-hilarious monologues and short character sketches. Kuhlenschmidt got into […]

Grace Chu and Nicole Hoschuetzky by Louis David Grace Chu (R) and Nicole Hoschuetzky were part of the New York City Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine trials last year. The couple received […]

Galit Ben Simhon by Shai Gabriely Coming out “made me bold and smart,” says Panthera CEO and founder Galit Ben Simhon. Panthera is a women’s co-working space in Tel Aviv […]

Franco Stevens by Barak Shrama When she launched the lesbian magazine Deneuve — later to become Curve — back in 1991, “so many lesbians felt completely alone,” Franco Stevens tells […]

Erin Cech by Moni Jones Dr. Erin Cech, an associate professor in the Department of Sociology and the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Michigan, sees science, technology, […]

Fanny Chu by Rebecca Smeyne For 17 years, Fanny Chu worked in the medical field, a path that she found stifled her personal life. Now, as a bartender, going to […]

Erica Rose and Elina Street by Amy Lesser With the pandemic bringing lives to a halt last year, Brooklyn-based filmmakers Erica Rose (L) and Elina Street found themselves with more […]

Daria Berenato by Ryan Loco Daria Berenato has always been a fighter. It’s what she’s known for. Berenato is currently a World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) superstar known as Sonya Deville, […]

Jae Riley (criibaby) by Jarron Williams Jae Riley, the voice behind Billboard-featured queer musician Criibaby, is bringing inclusivity to music with her gender-neutral lyrics. By avoiding pronouns like “she” or […]

Claire Elisan by Watermark Magazine Entrepreneurship was going well for Claire Elisan. “I owned my own business and made pretty good money,” she says. However, despite her financial stability, she […]

Cassie Duprey Courtesy Cassie Duprey Healthcare professional by day and LGBTQ+ nightlife promoter by night, Cassie Duprey strives to practice what she preaches in all her endeavors. “It’s important to […]

Carmen Neely Courtesy of Carmen Neely Harlem Pride was one of the first LGBTQ+ organizations in Harlem, but “now, there are many,” says Harlem Pride co-founder, President, and CEO Carmen […]

Brooke Eden by Ford Fairchild When she began her country music career, Brooke Eden wasn’t encouraged to speak openly about her sexuality. But things have changed in the five years […]

Brittany Howard by Josh Brasted/Getty Images When Brittany Howard was growing up in rural Athens, Alabama, it was a carefree and simple time for her until Jaime, her older sister, […]

Brenda Risch by Oralia Loza “It’s beautiful to see a person blossom with hope and purpose when they see the evidence of how they can make a difference,” says Brenda […]

Bishakh Som by Shriya Samavai “Realizing my transness and womanhood has been an integral part of achieving my artistic ambitions,” graphic novelist Bishakh Som tells GO. “I’ve been drawing, painting, […]

B. Lindsey Deaton by GALA Festival 2016 Denver TransFestival Voices Chorus Creator, artistic director, public servant, and trans and LGBTQIA+ youth advocate B. Lindsey Deaton has made a name for […]

Aubree Calvin by Victoria Marie Designs “It’s important to remember that there are more of our stories out there hidden deep down, and slowly, we are uncovering them,” Aubree Calvin […]

Arielle Soloman courtesy of Arielle Soloman A lesbian couple in a rural area might not be able to find an affirming adoption coach without some serious legwork. But with Maven, […]

Ann Johnson Courtesy of Ann Johnson “Being a member of the LGBTQ community has allowed me to speak from a personal level on legislation that impacts us,” State Representative Ann […]

Angelica Crisi by Dave Cross Photography “DEI isn’t a clear-cut, linear process,” says Angelica Crisi, Partner and COO at Coston Consulting, a Black-owned business advisory firm where Crisi’s DEI (Diversity […]

Angela Lowe by Amy Postle For chef Angela Lowe, coming out wasn’t her choice. After being outed by a relative, Lowe went through a period where she didn’t speak to […]

Angela Daniels-Lewis Courtesy by Tamara Fleming Photography “We can change our world one conversation at a time,” Angela Daniels-Lewis tells GO, “if you speak from a place of authenticity and […]

Andrea Himmel by Courtesy of Andrea Himmel Andrea Himmel’s career has been a big circle, starting and ending — or, currently, situating — in real estate. Himmel studied the field […]

Allison Hope by CUNY TV When writer Allison Hope first entered the job market, she chose to work for smaller, independent Dyke TV rather than NBC because she believed that […]

Alina Carson by Annie Kleb Alina Carson has appeared in Jess Dunn’s “@DatingZoe” and “Gray Ground” and the Instagram scripted series “Besties: The Ultra Mini-Series.” All of these indie roles […]

Alexandra Grey by Easton Schirra Actress, musician and screenwriter Alexandra Grey is proud to be blazing a trail as a visible trans woman. “Art is a very powerful tool,” she […]

Aisha Shaibu by Tom Trevatt Founder of Moonlight Experiences, Aisha Shaibu is an LGBTQ+ activist whose award-winning company is dedicated to uplifting marginalized voices through nightlife and tourism. Moonlight Experiences […]

Adriana Pierce by Alejandro Gonzalvez “The more I lean into who I am, the more it enriches my work and inspires me to continue,” Adriana Pierce tells GO. “Accepting the […]

Abby Sugar by Eric Jukelevics Abby Sugar is the founder and CEO of Play Out Apparel, a gender-equal clothing brand. The brand came out of a personal struggle to find […]