Washington Blade 50th Anniversary

Since 1969, the Washington Blade has worked to tell the stories of the LGBTQ community of the metro D.C. area. Since our early days, that mission has expanded to include our unparalleled coverage of political news as the only LGBTQ source inside the White House. And, more recently, the mission grew again to include unique international coverage, specifically focusing on LGBTQ issues in Latin America and the Caribbean. Put simply, the Blade is news, investigative journalism, current and accurate stories for the community, by the community.

From Stonewall and the emergence of the Gay Liberation movement through the HIV/AIDS crisis and marriage equality, to today’s headlines from the White House and across the country and world, the Blade team has been on the scene. Award-winning journalism continues to be our hallmark.

THE FUTURE

In the next 50 years, the Blade will amplify the voices of the LGBTQ community as it continues to grow and gain visibility. We will educate the next generation, reaching them with new technologies. We will continue to support LGBTQ liberation on other continents. We will support and train the next generation of journalists. We need your help to ensure that happens.

WHY PARTNER WITH US?

Support freedom of the press, in its purest form. The Blade is an independent publication serving a minority community. The current political climate finds the media under siege. The Blade’s 50th year represents our success as a news provider, yet that unique LGBTQ voice must not be threatened or silenced. Protecting the community service we provide, telling the stories of the community, delving deeply into issues and events with an unparalleled focus is our mission. Partnering with the Blade enables us to maintain our history while speaking authentically to change. Partnering with us preserves and boost all the voices of the LGBTQ community.

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