Advocacy in Action: Young Voices Leading the Way
by Vaniel Simmons In its simplest form, advocacy means speaking up—whether for yourself or on behalf of others—to help meet
Vaniel Simmons
November 12, 2025
Profiles
Read the true life stories of our LGBT+ advocates, youth, seniors, allies, and trans community in the Mid-South.
Small Acts of Kindness: How the Mama Bears are Changing the World
by Chris Pepple In 2014, Liz Dyer had a simple but powerful dream: to create a private Facebook group where
Daphne Butler
September 30, 2025
WeCare TN Enters Its Change Era with the Southern Trans Celebration
by Tricia Dewey Jasmine Tasaki, executive director of WeCare TN, has entered her change era. She is ready to change
Tricia Dewey
September 4, 2025
Empowering LGBTQ+ Youth: Essential Mental Health Resources
by Jennifer Ferren, LPC-MHSP, NCC, ACS In today’s world, young people face an array of challenges that significantly impact their
Jennifer Ferren
May 28, 2025
Creating Space, Sharing Strength: Jenna Lee Dunn and the Mission to Empower the Trans Community in the Mid-South
by Ray Rico In the shifting tides of today’s South, where visibility often comes with resistance, one woman stands steady,
Ray Rico
May 8, 2025
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
William Smythe
May 8, 2025
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
Focus
April 7, 2025
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
Cary Vaughn
April 7, 2025
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
Focus Mid-South
April 7, 2025
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
Focus
March 5, 2025
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
Focus Mid-South
February 5, 2025
