Chosen Families: Love Over Laws
photos by Drew Parker aka Donna Tyme For many members of the LGBTQ+ community, our chosen families are the foundation of our support systems. These people have accepted us for
May 3, 2023
Focus Mid-South
Ray Rico, a Latinx advocate, owns a digital marketing agency and publishes Focus LGBT magazine, amplifying LGBTQ+ voices in Tennessee and the Mid-South. He champions HIV advocacy, fighting stigma and discrimination. Through his work, Ray strives for a more inclusive society.
Pink Summits Launches LGBTIQ+ Scholarship for Adventurers
Pink Summits launched a scholarship sponsored by Osprey. Application deadline: May 17, 2023. Pink Summits wants to attract new members into their core team to support the campaign aim: to
April 3, 2023
Friends of George’s Seeks Injunction Against Tennessee’s Anti-Drag Law
Memphis, TN, March 2023: Friends of George’s, a Memphis-based 501(c)(3) theatre company, has filed suit against the state of Tennessee in the U.S. District Court for the Western District (TN).
March 29, 2023
Protecting Your Energy Despite Discriminatory Laws Lingering
Special to Focus We want to remind you that you are valued and loved for who you are, regardless of your sexual orientation or gender identity. It’s understandable to feel
March 17, 2023
The Prism Pages No. 6
Below is the 6th installment of The Prism Pages that was featured in the January + February “Craft” Issue. Original poetry by the talented Daff Odil, Chelsea Gregory and Ashley
January 11, 2023
Prism Pages No. 5
Below is the 5th installment of The Prism Pages that was featured in the November + December “Memphis Hustle” Issue. Original poetry by the talented Salamander Brandy and Whitney Carter.
December 13, 2022
LGBTQ + Law Enforcement Forum 2022
Lt. Natalie HillmanOfficer Myron DixonThe Community Representatives from Sheriff Floyd Bonner, Jr.’s Office, MPD, and District Attorney’s Office will listen to questions and concerns from the community on collaborating and
November 2, 2022
Q + A with Designer Shelda Edwards
Tell us about the Legend of Shelda studio. What does this space help cultivate? How does it define you? When did you start it? When it comes to marketing yourself
September 22, 2022
Queer-Friendly Video Game Roundup
Games are not always a welcoming place for LGBTQ+ players. Major studios are historically run by and cater to cis, straight men. Online interactions and user-generated content can be toxic.
September 14, 2022
Prism Pages No. 4
Below is the 4th installment of The Prism Pages that was featured in the September + October Nerds! Issue. Enjoy 🙂 Not Being Queerbaited BY: ELAINA NICHOLAS Did that really
September 13, 2022
Theatre Memphis Bests Local Theatre Awards
Memphis, TN – The 38th annual Ostrander Awards, spotlighting excellence in theater in Memphis, was a night that Theatre Memphis could truly celebrate. Throughout the evening, Theatre Memphis was presented with
August 30, 2022
ON LOVE: Perspectives from The Haven
story and photos courtesy of The Haven In today’s world where I am working with Prevention and Wellness, the LGBT community (and those who are perceived as heterosexual) are really
August 11, 2022
