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On Becoming an Ally

In so many ways it is tragic that I need to write about becoming an ally to the LBGTQIA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer/ questioning, asexual+) community. That said, even though there has been more and more acceptance in social media, television, and the movies, and even in everyday life, systemic prejudice still runs rampant. Pride Month came about to bring the plight of these communities into awareness as well as spark solidarity and support, but this is only the tipping point of what is needed to bring about the level of change all throughout the year that is needed.

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Desert Harvest Partners with Trans Asylias to Raise Awareness + Support for the Trans Community

TRANS ASYLIAS, a New York City-based non-profit organization founded in 2021 by Iman Le Clair, provides resources for transgender and non-binary asylum seekers to escape their home countries where they face persecution and resettle in trans-friendly countries.

Iman herself endured years of sexual, physical, and emotional abuse until she finally sought asylum outside of her native country of Egypt. After arriving in the United States, she quickly realized she still faced the same prejudices simply for being a trans woman of color, which inspired her to create change and form TRANS ASYLIAS.

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Elizabeth Sutton Collection x Bloomingdales

Elizabeth Sutton, artist & designer of the Elizabeth Sutton Collection, held two events at Bloomingdales on 59th St., on April 28th from 4-8 p.m. and April 29th from 10-5 p.m.

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Meet Model Turned Actress, Arielle Raycene

Having been best known for her extensive modeling career with globally recognized outlets including PLAYBOY, FHM, and MAXIM, Arielle Raycene has made the unbelievable transition from model and content creator to a full fledge actress with the upcoming release of her slasher film KILL HER GOATS, now available on streaming services and VOD.

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Legendary, Multi-Platinum Group, "CultJam," is Back with New Music

One of the biggest names in freestyle and urban contemporary music in the 80s and 90s, and best known for a string of massive hits, including "I Wonder if I Take You Home," "Head to Toe," "Can You Feel the Beat," and many others with then lead vocalist Lisa Lisa, CultJam returns with new music, led by founder percussionist Mike Hughes and guitar and keyboardist Alex' Spanador' Mosely with their new lead vocalist, Mystina Sol.

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VAHDAM India launches Emily in Paris Limited Edition Gift Set

Have you seen the new season of Emily in Paris yet? If not, you definitely should! Watching Emily Cooper's journey in the city of love truly makes you want to jump on a plane and move to Paris immediately. From memorable outfits to great music, sweet love stories, and a whole lot of women-power, the show has everything the rom-com-loving heart desires.

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