03/06/2026
This Women’s History Month, we are honoring the lineage of strength, resilience, and joy that defines our community.
The faces above represent a powerful intergenerational gathering of Black and Brown women, trans women, and gender-nonconforming leaders. From the legendary ancestors who paved the way—like Sylvia, Audre, and Catiria—to the vibrant icons leading us today—like Laverne, TS, and Bamby—this grid is a testament to the brilliance of our people.
We hold tight to the words of our namesake, Audre Lorde: "I am not free while any woman is unfree, even when her shackles are very different from my own."
This truth is the heartbeat of our work. At The Audre Lorde Project, we know that our freedoms are bound together. We fight for a world where every woman, especially trans women of color, is free to live, love, and thrive without fear.
To the women in these photos and the countless women in our community: We see you, we celebrate you, and we are fighting for you.
