Build the black fraternity between straight men and queer

BLK is the main social application and meetings for the black community and launched a transformer campaign of 2025 entitled Solidarity is for friends. This initiative aims to strengthen the links between black and queer black men. This aims to redefine black fraternity as a space of inclusiveness and respect.

Insistence of the investigation

Their campaign consists of several components, one of which is a national survey of nearly 3,000 black men. This was led to reveal the complexities within the community and to identify persistent tensions in society. While 48.4% identify as allies with black queer men, 36% remain uncomfortable with these friendships. In addition, 32.4% made or laughing at derogatory jokes on queer black men who present the continuous need for conversations and understanding. However, almost half recognize the unique challenges that their counterparts face, which shows growth in empathy.

Key conclusions

Their comfort with queer friendships

• 39.8% are comfortable with platonic and platonic friendships with black queer men
• 36% are uncomfortable and 24.3% are neutral.

Derogatory comments

• 32.4% did or laughed with derogatory comments on black queer men
• 43.5% say they never have

Defend a queer friend

• 46.6% would publicly defend a queer black friend against attacks against their masculinity or their identity
• 23.6% do not

Stereotypes

• 58.2% heard stereotypes on black queer men (33.4% “too flamboyant”, 16.7% “threat to traditional black culture”)
• 36.2% claim that they did not

Avoid friendships

• 23.4% avoided friendships with black queer men due to the perceptions of others
• 61% do not have

Ally

• 48.4% say they are already strong allies
• 19.4% want examples of queer-extremely positive friendship

Characteristics of the campaign and positive change

The campaign also presents a three -part video series created with Ziggy Mack Johnson, a content creator based in Los Angeles. The series presents open conversations between rights and queer black friends, capturing moments of vulnerability and authenticity.

Ziggy notes: “This series consists in showing the love, the struggles and the reality that holds us together as a black brothers, it doesn’t matter who we love. It is personal for me because these conversations remind us that, in the heart, we all want to be seen, accepted and supported. ” Episode 1 was presented on June 11 on BLK’s YouTube channel. Watch episode 1 here.

The BLK application invites users to actively participate in this cultural change through significant tools. A functionality includes a profile sticker in application in limited edition designed by the graphic designer Davian Chester. This sticker is designed to celebrate and support black queer men, encouraging users to make a visible allyhip statement. By incorporating this sticker into their profiles, users can promote significant conversations and promote a more inclusive community. Take a look at the sticker here.

The additional campaign features, such as allied badge and the promise of solidarity, are designed to promote the intentional ally and create a stimulating and favorable environment.

Amber Cooper, the director of the BLK brand, underlines: “At BLK, we are not only creating campaigns – we are racing stories that come from the heart of our community …” Solidarity is for posts “is real, honest and necessary because it reflects the complexities, the joys and the challenges that black men are confronted every day. Our goal is to build something authentic, something that does not check a box but really the honor of the great experience in the experiences of darkness. As Solidarity is for friends Promoue deeper conversations and promotes significant relationships, it extends a warm invitation to anyone looking for a place of understanding and acceptance. Thanks to captivating stories, inclusive tools and an open dialogue, BLK hopes to build a community where everyone feels valued. The BLK application is ready to welcome you to join your journey to unity and solidarity.

We need solidarity now more than ever

Initiatives like these are essential because we learn the news that the federal government has announced that it had ordered the National Hotline for suicide prevention to stop providing specialized support for LGBTQ +appellants. Saying that they will be directed to the general number.

The TREVOR project, a non -profit organization that had provided specialized support, received an arrest working order, from July 17, 2025, according to the New York Times.

Although there is no longer a number 988 for the services, the TREVOR project will continue to offer resources via the hotline numbers of their non -profit organization. These proposed cuts were not intended to take effect before next year, so that the organization rushes.

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