Remembering Empty Closet Magazine 1971-2020

Remembering Empty Closet Magazine 1971-2020 The Empty Closet was the official publication of the Out Alliance (formerly Gay Alliance). The last cover (with no content) was released 7/1/20.

When the Board of Directors shuttered the agency in June of 2020, the Empty Closet stopped production. The Empty Closet was the official publication of the Out Alliance (formerly Gay Alliance of the Genesee Valley, Inc.) It has been published since 1971, making it New York State's oldest LGBT publication and one of the oldest continuously-published LGBT publications in America. The opinions of col

umnists, editorial writers and other contributing writers are their own and do not necessarily reflect the collective attitude of the Out Alliance or The Empty Closet.

03/16/2024
08/03/2023

The August 2023 Blaque/OUT Magazine, we present this amazing photographic editorial series that pays homage to two icons of the movement. Read cover to cover to meet the models, see the photos and celebrate the lives of the late great Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera as imagined by photographers .ny & Tamara Leigh with the interpretation of our legends by Nicole Taylor Monet (Our Marsha) and (Our Sylvia)
"While most of the world finishes their celebrations of Pride, Blaque/OUT is taking a moment to pay homage to two of the women by whose sacrifice & fearlessness saved countless lives & gave us the ability to celebrate Pride at all. Our photographers recreated some of the most iconic shots of Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera as they fought for OUR lives. The original images were caught in the middle of a NYC based fight for liberation. The Blaque/OUT images were taken at the foreground of Trans rights in 2023... the State of Florida."

Happy Birthday to our ICONS, Sylvia (July 2nd) & Marsha (Aug 24th). Don't miss a single page of the content from our Blaque/Out writers that you know and love! And thank you to Jay & Nicole for helping us bring our summer vision to life!

READ THE FULL ISSUE HERE:
https://issuu.com/blaqueoutmag/docs/blaqueout_mag_aug_2023_1_?fr=xKAE9_zU1NQ

Digital monthly magazine centering Black Q***r culture. A 100% Black & Brown, Q***r & Trans team.

Don't miss your opportunity to get published!! Submit & Learn More: imageout.org/ImageOutwrite
05/29/2023

Don't miss your opportunity to get published!!

Submit & Learn More: imageout.org/ImageOutwrite

04/17/2023

📝 CALLING ALL WRITERS! ⌨️

Submissions are now open for ImageOutWrite Volume X: Intersections! To read all of the submission guidelines and deadlines, as well as access the online submission portal, go to: ImageOut.org/ImageOutWrite.

Submission deadline is June 12, 2023.

04/10/2023

In February, and NYC Center For Black Pride took the town on a fantastical journey through Black Q***r Fashion with their history making show, "Spotlight On Fashion" for NY Fashion week and in the April '23 issue of Blaque/OUT Magazine we are taking you along for the ride! The stunning photographic editorial by our NYC correspondent photographer, Nzari Usiku will BLOW YOUR MIND! Our beautiful covergirl, Shawntel K Bonet performed that night between scenes and gave us that blue 1-2 that you see on the cover!

So April brings you fashion, fabulousness and all of the amazing articles and Black Q***r voices you know and love from our Blaque/OUT family. We are ALSO giving you our preview of the Black Pride Celebrations to be at in 2023. Find out how & when to make your way to Boston Urban Pride & Black Pride RVA!

Life is hard and these folks are out here trying to TAKE US OUT but are made of magic and together we'll survive this storm like we have every other. Stay you & Blaque/OUT!

Read the full issue here: https://issuu.com/blaqueoutmag/docs/blaqueout_mag_april_2023_-2?fr=sZGMxMzU5NDg5ODk

12/18/2022

12 issues for 24.99 USD, available through Issuu.

Congratulations to Blaque/Out Magazine on their One Year Anniversary‼️‼️
09/30/2021

Congratulations to Blaque/Out Magazine on their One Year Anniversary‼️‼️

02/26/2021
The January 2021 Blaque/Out Magazine is available NOW! This month we focus on the beauty and diversity in MASC energy. A...
12/31/2020

The January 2021 Blaque/Out Magazine is available NOW! This month we focus on the beauty and diversity in MASC energy. All the columns you know and love, a special feature by our 1st contributor from the UK and an INCREDIBLE Photographic Editorial Spread by our January feature artist, Zaire Knight. Special thanks to all the models and writers and to Rahzie Seals for coordinating the photoshoot. Enjoy!! SHARE!! And Happy New Year from your friends at Blaque/OUT đź’Ą

https://issuu.com/blaqueoutmag/docs/bom_jan_2021_issue_004

"Masc" Issue #004 January 2021

12/28/2020
07/23/2020

From the former editor of Empty Closet Magazine, QTPOC advocate and BLM activist, Tamara Leigh.... introducing Blaque/Out Magazine.

This online platform is centered firmly in Q***r Black & Brown Excellence. We are currently accepting photographers, writers, subjects, creatives & dreamers to contribute to the fabric of this living, breathing magazine. It’s all about stories and our ability to control our own narratives. Article submissions, photography and proposals for regular columns are being accepted NOW! Email editor, Tamara Leigh at [email protected].

We are centered in Q***r Black & Brown Culture but any contribution on any subject (we are comprised of many layers) by any person (who is respectful of those ideals) are welcome to submit.

06/12/2020

Today and every day, we remember the 49 angels taken on June 12, 2016.

BREAKING: The Trump administration will scrap ObamaCare's non-discrimination protections for s*x and gender identity und...
06/12/2020

BREAKING: The Trump administration will scrap ObamaCare's non-discrimination protections for s*x and gender identity under a final rule released Friday. The government's interpretation of s*x discrimination will be based on "the plain meaning of the word 's*x' as male or female and as determined by biology," the Department of Health and Human Services said.

Opponents fear the policy will make it easier for doctors, hospitals and insurance companies to deny care or coverage to transgender patients, as well as women who have had abortions.

The Trump administration will scrap ObamaCare's non-discrimination protections for s*x and gender identity under a final rule released Friday.

06/11/2020

I am so incredibly proud to debut the July 2020 Empty Closet Magazine cover. It has been an absolute honor to be a part of the phenomenal legacy of this publication! This IS the new Out Alliance ❤️ - Tam

06/10/2020

Microaggressions and unconscious bias are everywhere. We identified some of the most common, and what to say or do instead.

06/10/2020

While there are 11 million LGBTQ Americans eligible to vote in the upcoming presidential election, over 2 million aren't registered to vote...

05/27/2020

Keep COOL. Support LOCAL. Show PRIDE.

With 2 different designs and 6 different color choices, the Side By Side t-shirt sale fundraiser by Match Play Custom Apparel gives you 12 different ways to support your favorite local LGBTQ+ businesses and organizations! Simply make your selection at checkout, and they’ll receive $10 from each t-shirt sale!

This special fundraiser campaign only runs through the end of the month, so place your orders now! Don’t miss out!

Order Here: https://shop.matchplaycustomapparel.com/rochesterlgbtq

05/26/2020

Don’t miss out on a Rochester Side-By-Side T-shirt! They come in a variety of colors including rainbow tie dye! This fundraiser is available through the end of the month, but place your orders now! Be sure to select Out Alliance at checkout!

T-Shirts Orders: https://shop.matchplaycustomapparel.com/rochesterlgbtq

Thank you to our friends at Match Play Custom Apparel!

05/21/2020
05/18/2020

We are so grateful for and excited to announce this fundraiser by DeeDee Dubois and Roar to benefit Out Alliance and SAGE Rochester! What a great way to celebrate Memorial Day weekend, while supporting local LGBTQ+ business, non-profit, and talent!



Order Here:
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/deedeesclubnightout/375451

Did you know that you can support Rochester’s LGBTQ+ Community and get a cool t-shirt too? Go to the website below and s...
05/16/2020

Did you know that you can support Rochester’s LGBTQ+ Community and get a cool t-shirt too? Go to the website below and select the business or organization of your choice at check out. (And Out Alliance is one of them!) They will receive $10 per shirt ordered!

Website: https://shop.matchplaycustomapparel.com/rochesterlgbtq

05/05/2020

A special message from the staff of Out Alliance

Did you know that you can support Rochester’s LGBTQ+ Community and get a cool t-shirt too? Go to the website below and s...
05/04/2020

Did you know that you can support Rochester’s LGBTQ+ Community and get a cool t-shirt too? Go to the website below and select the business or organization of your choice at check out. They will receive $10 per shirt ordered!

Website: https://shop.matchplaycustomapparel.com/rochesterlgbtq

The May 2020 Rochester LGBTQ+ Community Events Calendar by Out Alliance is available! Check it out here - printable & ex...
05/04/2020

The May 2020 Rochester LGBTQ+ Community Events Calendar by Out Alliance is available! Check it out here - printable & expandable (best in 11x17" tabloid format)! Updated: 5/4/20.

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The Empty Closet is the official publication of the Out Alliance (formerly Gay Alliance of the Genesee Valley, Inc.) It has been published since 1971, making it New York State's oldest LGBT publication and one of the oldest continuously-published LGBT publications in America. Part of our purpose is to maintain a middle position with respect to the entire community. We share news and present viewpoints in a way that takes into consideration the views and experiences of our vibrant and diverse communities. If you are interested in contributing your voice to The Empty Closet, please contact the Editor, Rowan Collins at [email protected] The opinions of columnists, editorial writers, and other contributing writers are their own and do not necessarily reflect the collective attitude of the Out Alliance or The Empty Closet.

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