Texas LGBTQ+ Heroes - What is it?
One of the main goals of the Borderland Rainbow Center in El Paso, TX is to promote acceptance and inclusiveness for the LGBTQ+ community. The LGBTQ+ Heroes Project showcases LGBTQ+ role models and significant organizations. The Texas LGBTQ+ Heroes deck will highlight Heroes from the great state of Texas. Your nominee(s) represents a person or organization that has contributed in many diverse ways in relation to the LBGTQ+ community and to other important causes, such as immigration rights, environmental justice, HIV/AIDS services, public education and much more.
Each person or organization is illustrated on their own educational “playing card." Each card includes a tag line indicating accomplishments of the person or organization. We see these Heroes as role models, but do not intend to claim that they are perfect. In fact, our Heroes are often flawed, because they are human. Acknowledging and celebrating what they have accomplished helps us all have a realistic view of the impact individuals can have on the world around them.
In addition to bringing visibility to the stories of these Heroes, this approach may also further reduce societal marginalization for the queer community and inspire others to stand against social injustices and inequalities. By creating these playing cards, we are providing communities around the world with an interactive educational resource that provides insight into LGBTQ+ history and brings continual awareness to a community that has been historically underrepresented.
*** By filling out this form, you agree that you will serve as a point of contact for further information about this nominee. When/if we follow up with you, we will request an appointment to collect more information from you, including multiple photos of your nominee. Photos will be used by artists to develop renditions/composites of the nominee for the cards. ***
Thank you for nominating your LGBTQ+ Heroes from Texas!
