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Capturing the resilience of black transgender women in 1959. Often referred to as transvestites or drag queens, they are Black trans women. As Miss Major Griffin-Gracy aptly asserts, "we are still fucking here."
Black trans women in 1956
Photographer 📸: Diane Arbus
A rare photo captures Marsha P. Johnson wearing ponytails adorned with bow ties, radiating adorable charm and a beautiful smile. Clutching a Snoopy teddy bear, it reflects Marsha's affection for bears and dolls. The date is unknown, and credit goes to the photographer. 📸
Here is a rare photo of Marsha P. Johnson, the legendary Black trans woman and Stonewall leader. Adorned with a stunning floral bouquet on her head, she appears goddess-like. She is also wearing a beautiful outfit. The photographer is Michael Kasino; the date is unknown. 📸
Today is the anniversary of Tony McDade a Black Trans Man who was killed by the hands of the police on May 27th, 2020 just two days after George Floyd had also passed away due to the police on May 25th, 2020.
A rare 1979 photo of Marsha P. Johnson in front of Badlands—a captivating moment with her radiant smile, adorned in a dazzling red shirt, pearls, and stylish bottoms. This legendary image was captured by an unknown photographer this black trans woman deserves all her flowers.
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It’s Transgender Awareness day. Here is a thread for you to support some amazing black trans people reach their fundraising goals ⚡️
#TDOV
#TransDayOfVisibility
This is a rare photo of Marsha P. Johnson, adorned in a stunning pink flower dress paired with her signature white and pink headpiece. She radiates joy with the loveliest smile ever captured. The photo date is unknown, and credit goes to the photographer. 📸
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Marsha P. Johnson at the First Christopher Street Liberation Day March
Marsha P. Johnson at the First Christopher Street Liberation Day March, 1970. Leonard Fink
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So many black trans folks need support right now, and it seems all allies can do is stand aside and look through the window at black trans folks struggling. We have seen a time where so many folks were willing to support and donate to black trans folks.
Marsha P Johnson At 1982 Pride Parade
American gay liberation activist Marsha P Johnson (1945 - 1992) on the corner of Christopher Street and 7th Avenue during the Pride March (later the LGBT Pride March), New York, New York, June 27, 1982. (Photo by Barbara Alper/Getty Images)
It’s time again for a thread of black trans people who haven’t reached their fundraising goals. This is a great opportunity for everyone to donate to black trans folks in need!
Rare holiday photo of Marsha P. Johnson donning a silver Christmas wig, spending time with Gay Santa Claus. Happy holidays, everyone! May you experience the most beautiful moments with your loved ones. Photo date unknown. Credit to the photographer 📸:
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Trans women are natural women.
Trans women are normal woman.
Trans women are biological women.
Trans women are born women.
Trans women are women.
Trans Women Deserve love.
Repeat after me:
None of us are free until Black trans women are free.
None of us are free until Black trans women are free.
None of us are free until Black trans women are free.
None of us are free until Black trans women are free.
being online is exhausting in general but this week has been especially rough.
black trans people: drop your cashapp/venmo/paypal in this thread, let a white or nonblack/cis ally buy you a ☕🍸🍵
It's officially Pride Month
#PrideMonth
and we owe black trans people so much for their labor and willpower to keep fighting, even though it seems the whole world is against us. Please check out this thread and donate to these amazing people fundraisers. Let's show up for TPOC!
PAY AND SUPPORT BLACK TRANS FOLKS
PAY AND SUPPORT BLACK TRANS FOLKS
PAY AND SUPPORT BLACK TRANS FOLKS
PAY AND SUPPORT BLACK TRANS FOLKS
PAY AND SUPPORT BLACK TRANS FOLKS
PAY AND SUPPORT BLACK TRANS FOLKS
PAY AND SUPPORT BLACK TRANS FOLKS
Here is another one of our "famous black trans people who haven't met their fundraising goals" thread:
Note: while sharing and retweeting is important, we hope that if you're able to that you donate. Let's make supporting black trans people in 2021 a routine!
Today is International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHoBiT). and we think that calls for a thread please donate and share and help these amazing black trans people reach their fundraising goals :
A rare capture of LGBTQ and gay rights legend, the iconic black trans woman Marsha P. Johnson, adorned with hoop earrings & a white top, showcasing her timeless beauty and fierceness. The photo's date is unknown, and due credit is extended to the photographer 📸
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PROTECT BLACK TRANS WOMEN
PROTECT BLACK TRANS WOMEN
PROTECT BLACK TRANS WOMEN
PROTECT BLACK TRANS WOMEN
PROTECT BLACK TRANS WOMEN
PROTECT BLACK TRANS WOMEN
A rare image capturing black trans woman and LGBTQ+ activist Marsha P. Johnson donning a stylish hat and unique outfit against the vibrant backdrop of a bustling city. Date unknown, photographer credited, and recognition to all involved parties.
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Unlike many cis people who have died at the hands of the police Tony did not make national news because he was trans and many people do not believe trans people are worthy of fighting for.
Rare photo of iconic black trans activist Marsha P. Johnson, holding flowers and a teddy bear, captured in a vibrant moment. She wears a yellow hard hat and chic blue and white attire, her radiant smile illuminating the frame. Photographer and photo date unknown.📸
Black trans folks are still struggling and barely making ends meet. We need your support now then ever! If you can, open your purse & donate. If you can't do that, use your platform to highlight these fundraisers.
A rare image capturing black trans woman and LGBTQ+ activist Marsha P. Johnson donning a stylish hat and unique outfit against the vibrant backdrop of a bustling city. Date unknown, photographer credited, and recognition to all involved parties.
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NO ONE is free until BLACK TRANS PEOPLE are free ✊🏿
NO ONE is free until BLACK TRANS PEOPLE are free ✊🏿
NO ONE is free until BLACK TRANS PEOPLE are free ✊🏿
NO ONE is free until BLACK TRANS PEOPLE are free ✊🏿
NO ONE is free until BLACK TRANS PEOPLE are free ✊🏿
“I was hesitant to ask for help but I really need it. I’ve raised the goal amount to accommodate a car,housing, hormone treatments, & for other living expenses. If you have it in your heart to share and donate to my campaign I would really appreciate it.”
Repeat after me:
Pay Black trans women.
Pay Black trans women.
Pay Black trans women.
Pay Black trans women.
Pay Black trans women.
Pay Black trans women.
Pay Black trans women.
Pay Black trans women.
Y’all really have to show up better for black trans women and black trans people. It seems the only time people want to open their wallets is when one of us dies tragically and it’s on the news.
It’s Black Trans
#Cashapp
Friday! Feel free to put your Cashapp below and we will share it. We encourage folks that can, please donate to these magical black trans folks! We appreciate you all.
Here is a rare photo of black trans woman icon and gay liberation activist Marsha P. Johnson (1945-1992) on the left, taken during the Pride March (later renamed the LGBT Pride March) in New York on June 29, 1975. Photo by Fred W. McDarrah. 📸
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The struggle hasn’t stopped for black trans folks. The hunger hasn't stopped for black trans people. The lack of basic daily needs hasn’t stopped for black trans folks. The need to pay rent and have a roof over our heads hasn’t stopped for black trans folks.