Tribute Highlights Current and Rising Leaders in the Black GLBT
Community
Washington, DC - To commemorate Black History Month, the Human Rights
Campaign will honor a cross-section of African-American leaders that are
helping move the march for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender
equality forward within their community and society as a whole.
The Human Rights Campaign will honor their achievements and excellence
in a special section of the HRC website at
http://hrc.org/blackhistory.
As part of the Human Rights Campaign celebration of national Black
History Month, HRC will continuously recognize the sacrifices,
contributions and successes made by the African-American community for
equality throughout February.
"At work, in their houses of worship, and in their everyday lives, these
leaders are writing new chapters in American history today by telling
the stories of black GLBT Americans," said Joe Solmonese, president of
the Human Rights Campaign. "They are truly leading the charge for gay,
lesbian, bisexual and transgender Americans equality and are empowering
black GBLT individuals to live openly and honestly."
The first group of leaders to be recognized to kick off the month are:
* Mignon Moore - Associate Professor, Sociology, UCLA
* Bishop John Selders - Pastor, Amistad United Church of Christ
and Member, HRC Religion and Faith Council
* Nathan Hale Williams - Actor/Entertainment Producer
A video message from HRC President Joe Solmonese and photos and
biographies of the honorees will be available at
http://hrc.org/blackhistory. Additional honorees will be featured
throughout February.
The Human Rights Campaign is America's largest civil rights organization
working to achieve gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender equality. By
inspiring and engaging all Americans, HRC strives to end discrimination
against GLBT citizens and realize a nation that achieves fundamental
fairness and equality for all.
