BLK-QUEER COLLECTIVE

Building Networks, Healing in Community, and Speaking Our Truths.

The BLK-Queer Collective is an MQA+ initiative dedicated to uplifting Black LGBTQ+ individuals through connection, culture, education, and collective power.

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PEOPLE
COMMUNITY
VISIBILITY
FREEDOM
BELONGING

OUR PURPOSE

A STRONGER,
MORE INCLUSIVE TOMORROW

The BLK-Queer Collective is a space for Black LGBTQ+ individuals to connect, heal, create, and thrive. Through community, culture, and collective support, we celebrate our identities, uplift our voices, and create opportunities for growth and lasting change.

CONNECTION

Build meaningful relationships and a supportive network.

SUPPORT

Find encouragement and community.

EMPOWERMENT

Uplift Black LGBTQ+ voices and opportunities.

ADVOCACY

Advance equity, visibility, and lasting change.

MEET T’RELLE

CO-FOUNDER & COO
OF MQA+

T’Relle Smith is Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of MQA+. His work with the BLK-Queer Collective centers connection, community, and opportunities for Black LGBTQ+ individuals to be seen, supported, and celebrated.

COMMUNITY
CULTURE
EDUCATION
OPPORTUNITY
COLLECTIVE POWER

OUR COMMUNITY GROUP

QTBIPOC KICKBACKS

COMMUNITY. CULTURE. GOOD VIBES.

QTBIPOC Kickbacks brings queer and trans Black, Indigenous, and People of Color together for connection, conversation, and community.

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Community members connecting at a QTBIPOC Kickbacks gathering

Together We Go Further

COMMUNITY CREATES CHANGE.

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