“I absolutely respect the the chapter of my life that they popped up and were necessary to get me.” YouTube · Dear Black Gay Men · 10 months ago
“To be left alone with one's body and to be in sole possession of it, disconnected from the stereotypes, assumptions and expectations tethering it to society, is a glorious feeling.” Newcity Lit · 10 years ago
: Some individuals identify as "stems" (stud-fems), blending masculine and feminine traits. Intersectional Experiences
: Support from other Black gay and queer individuals is vital for coping with intersectional stigma.
: Many Black queer men and women work to "own" their bodies apart from societal stereotypes that often fetishize or dehumanize them.