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**FILE** Celebrated community leader Phillip Pannell has been organizing for causes in the District since the 1970s. He famously fought for queer voices to be heard during the 20th-anniversary celebration of the March on Washington in 1983 and has continued his freedom fight against various injustices in the District and beyond. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)

Phillip Pannell, Longtime LGBTQIA+ Activist, Leader, Emphasizes Continued Advocacy for Local Communities

by Milaka Saddler August 30, 2023August 30, 2023

College counseling professional Tonda Bean (left) coaches Otisha Richards on time management during the Summer Empowerment Camp for the Future Diamonds of Southeast Washington DC at Busboys and Poets in Anacostia, held from Aug. 14-18.

Local Workshop Empowers Girls

by Sam Plo Kwia Collins Jr. and Milaka Saddler August 20, 2023August 23, 2023

“Scream” by Tadael Asfaha, featured in “God Hates Us: The Death of Chocolate City” (Courtesy photo)

About ‘God Hates Us: The Death of Chocolate City’ Art Exhibit

by Milaka Saddler July 26, 2023July 28, 2023

MartyHeemCherry is a local rapper and community activist and organizer in Washington, D.C. (Courtesy of Richard Francisco Howard)

Local Activist, Rapper Challenges Status Quo Through Music and Community Support

by Milaka Saddler July 26, 2023July 28, 2023

Commonwealth: Creating a Space for the D.C. Subculture

by Milaka Saddler July 12, 2023July 12, 2023

Opal Lee, known as the Grandmother of Juneteenth, was surprised when Vice President Kamala Harris invited her to the stage during the White House's first Juneteenth concert on June 13. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)

Things to Do Around the DMV to Celebrate Juneteenth 2023

by Stacy M. Brown and Milaka Saddler June 14, 2023January 17, 2024

Celebrating LGBTQ+ Life and Fighting Against LGBTQ+ Challenges

by Milaka Saddler June 12, 2023June 13, 2023