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Celebrating our LGBT+ community and our allies by bringing you stories of our life, music, food+entertainment, health+wellness, and advocacy in the Mid-South.

Understanding HIV Prevention: What is PrEP, and how can it help me?
by Yvonne Horton Shelby County Health Department PrEP Navigator What is PrEP? PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) is a medication that helps

Painting with Bold Colors: An Interview with Like Really Creative’s Zack Orsborn
By William Smythe When I first met Zack Orsborn, it was through my own creative club, Memphis Writers. Started by

Some Like It Hot: Interviews with Tavis Kordell and Edward Juvier
by Cary Vaughn Set in Chicago when Prohibition has everyone thirsty for a little excitement, Some Like it Hot tells

HIV in the South
Challenges, Opportunities & Community Voices VOICES FROM THE SOUTH Over 200 Southerners were asked to contribute to a survey about

Emergency Resources for Trans Folks In The Mid-South
With rapid new challenges facing our trans and nonbinary communities, here’s an overview of easy-to-access immediate support. Compiled by OUTMemphis

Emerald Theatre Company & the Business of Showbiz
by Cary Vaughn If you’re a fan of live theatre, chances are you’ve heard the legendary Irving Berlin lyric, “There’s

Time With Dr. Taylor: HIV Care in Shelby County
HIV Testing, Treatment, and Prevention in Shelby County Special to Focus Taking care… At Focus LGBT Magazine, we are dedicated

Know Your Rights if ICE Visits
If ICE Visits Your Home All people living in the United States, including undocumented immigrants, have certain U.S. Constitutional rights.

Strength in Unity with MidSouth LGBT Chamber
Building a Thriving LGBT Business Community with the MidSouth LGBT Chamber of Commerce Dear Friends, We have survived worse. It

Power in Policy: TEP’s Purpose
TEP’s Purpose Interviews by Tricia Dewey In the heart of Tennessee, where legislative battles often shape the landscape for marginalized

Opera Memphis Blasts Off the New Year with Carmen
Opera Memphis is excited to kick off the new year in style with a performance of the beloved opera Carmen

