Category Archives: Transgender

New Commissioner

Posted on December 30, 2023 by Diamond Stylz

In a significant development, I have been appointed to Harris County Commissioner Court’s LGBTQIA+ commission. This commission aims to advance the queer community’s rights and well-being in Harris County, with a focus on inclusivity and representation. Through my long-standing advocacy work, I aim to contribute to creating a more welcoming and supportive community for LGBTQIA+ individuals, safeguarding their rights and dignity in the face of ongoing challenges. Continue reading →

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What A Year

Posted on December 21, 2023 by Diamond Stylz

This year has been fiscally challenging for me due to sooooo many exploitive community practices, low paying job opportunities and the recession hitting hard. After a week of no’s and closing doors, I was feeling pretty defeated all week. I … Continue reading →

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We Won a GLAAD Award

Posted on May 16, 2023 by Diamond Stylz

So our project won a GLAAD award for Outstanding Journalism Long-Form. We had an amazing time talking with Juju Chang and sharing my activist history and current work with Marsha’s Plate Podcast and BTAC To see all the other young … Continue reading →

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Deeper Than The Natural

Posted on February 4, 2023 by Diamond Stylz

Cisgender and transgender women can find sisterhood in each other by recognizing their shared experiences and embracing their similarities. Continue reading →

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Trans Elitism

Posted on February 4, 2023 by Diamond Stylz

Checking Our Own Internalized Transphobia Trans Elitism refers to the belief that some individuals or groups are inherently superior to others and deserve more privilege or power. This attitude can manifest in common forms, such as cultural elitism, intellectual elitism, … Continue reading →

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In Memory Of Eric Nlemchi

Posted on October 18, 2012 by Diamond Stylz

The speaker reflects on a past incident involving someone named Eric Nlemchi, who has since passed away in a bike accident. They admit feeling a mix of vindication and guilt upon hearing the news, acknowledging the complexity of emotions surrounding the situation and extending condolences to Eric’s family despite their negative experiences with him. Continue reading →

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Natalia Johnson fired from Macy’s : Thumbs up @ Macy’s

Posted on December 10, 2011 by Diamond Stylz

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The Good Ole Male Privilege Shows Up on Our Side This Time

Posted on December 5, 2011 by Diamond Stylz

So A Texas Judge rules to validate a transgender man’s marriage to a woman. The case is the first win of its kind. This without a doubt a victory, but this victory has a bittersweet tase to it. As we … Continue reading →

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Stuart Walker, Occupy Wall Street, Being Casualties

Posted on October 24, 2011 by Diamond Stylz

Upon reading about Stuart Walker’s body being found burn and beaten in Scotland and watching some video footage of Occupy Wall Street, I decidedto do a video inspired by them both. Watch and tell me what you think.