Hello and Happy Pride Month!! My name is Mack and I am a queer theatre maker, artist, music journalist and facilitator from Newcastle. I make silly, chaotic queer cabarets at Alphabetti theatre, as well as lot’s of art and zines that aim to spread hope, joy and good vibes for the queer and trans community. I also work with the most excellent Mortal Fools, who have invited me to write a blog post all about Pride Month, yaaaaas! Specifically, they have asked for my list of inspirational queer and trans icons and role models - to which there are LOADS! Here are just a few folks who are doing fantastic work for the community…
Thank you so much for reading my blog! These folks are just a snapshot into the brilliant queer and trans community, and I’d encourage you to go seek out their work as well as discovering your own LGBTQIA+ icons. As much as this is a wonderful time to celebrate the queer community, it’s important to acknowledge that it has recently been an incredibly challenging and difficult time for many members of our community, especially the trans community. It’s more important now than ever to stand up for marginalised people and be a supportive, active ally to all of those who need it. And if you are a young queer person who is struggling, please reach out to support services or trusted grown ups or friends if you need support. It is so important that we take care and look out for each other, and always spread kindness, hope and joy. You can be, and are, an absolute icon yourself :) -Mack Sproates. There are loads of wonderful welcoming LGBTQIA+ organisations in the region. Check out Pride Action North, Curious Arts, Be: Trans, Sister Shack CIC and Northern Pride for local LGBTQIA+ groups, activities and events.
Mortal Fools has also have put together a wellbeing resource to signpost to a wide variety of wellbeing and mental health support organisations, friends of Mortal Fools, inspirational influencers, courageous activists, and colourful content creators.
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