Mike Sanders is many things: a transmasculine, nonbinary former titleholder in the leather scene, a political activist, and a fierce believer in building a chosen family. As the organizer of American Brotherhood Weekend (ABW), a leather family and contest that’s been running for over 30 years, Sanders helps carry on a legacy of community, kink and care. Contestants compete in categories like speech, interviews, fantasy, and wear.
His smile is bright, and his energy is boundless. You see him at city hall, all over Wilton Manors, and working to keep things rolling during major events.
Danna Davis is a storyteller with a purpose. As Executive Producer and Co-Founder of Mary It’s Mary Productions, she specializes in crafting compelling narratives that illuminate diverse experiences — from the struggles of LGBTQ youth and the triumphs of queer artists to the challenges faced by transgender individuals.
For Nathan Smith, being out and proud is nothing short of a “blessing.”
David Sexton has a simple message for anyone feeling demoralized in today’s political climate.
For Lisette Garcia, being out and proud isn’t just a statement — it’s personal. Decades ago, as reality TV was just taking off, she appeared on The Gay Riviera.
Barry Lowenthal’s message to the LGBTQ community in this moment of crisis is simple and powerful: “Our power is in our visibility. Our organizing. Our joy.”
Logan Graves, a 32-year-old trans man, was a frequent Florida tourist. But he never expected to leave behind his life in Connecticut this year to live and volunteer with multiple Palm Beach organizations like Compass and PRISM.
A headliner in South Florida’s drag community, Lupita Hollywood knows a thing or two about being true to herself. Denying her identity for far too long, Hollywood knew when it was time to say enough was enough.
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