Queer Cultural Contributions

Many underrepresented communities in the US have long lived a paradox of being marginalized by society but also at the center of culture and creativity; the queer community is no exception. In this first Pride week briefing, we’ll explore the influence of the LGBTQ+ community on cultural at-large and how we can lift up queer communities so their social opportunities match their cultural influence.

Watch the full Culture Briefing here:

Queer is not a monoculture, and the differences often manifest along racial lines. Young queer trans BIPOC are at the forefront of trans activism, but don’t receive recognition for their efforts in mainstream queer culture. This begs the question: why do primarily white queer figures continue to benefit the most from the acceptance of queer culture, and how can we work towards more equitable outcomes? During our Queer Cultural Contributions Culture Briefing, panelists shared their answers to these questions, and more. The blueprint for effective trans representation is already there, as queer activists fought hard to create a queer history worth telling. To create an equitable queer culture, queer figures don’t need to imagine a radical new future, but rather look to their past.

Watch our final takeaways from the briefing here:

This Culture Briefing was built on the cultural intelligence driving our Equitable Futures Practice. Learn more about this practice here: