“Jahiem Jones moves through Brave Space Alliance like he belongs there — because he does. The 22-year-old knows every corner of the Hyde Park building: from the common area where participant artwork covers the walls to the back room where he runs "On My Soul," a support group he created." Read More

"Even before jets got going for the last day of the Chicago Air and Water Show, there was a slower place along the lakefront, dealing in dignity."

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"'It is more detrimental as we'll see young folks going to black markets. We'll see young people accessing really unsafe means of medication, which can really have devastating effects.'" Watch Now

"For many years, Black and Brown trans women in Chicago have sounded the alarm on a crisis that has been forced into the shadows." Read More

"Brave Space Alliance crushed its fundraising goal at its Partners in Dignity Soirée, a celebratory fundraising event that uplifted the power of community in the face of growing attacks on civil rights." Read More

"Thousands of transgender people and their allies took to the streets of Chicago on March 30 in a powerful celebration of the trans community and call to action amid growing attacks on its rights." Read More

"Several hundred people rallied in a park outside Lurie Children’s Hospital on Feb. 15 to protest the hospital’s early compliance with President Donald Trump’s executive order banning gender-affirming care for anyone under 19." Read More

"Brave Space Alliance Stands in Solidarity with Trans & Non-Binary Communities, Denouncing Federal Attacks on Our Rights." Read More

"Channyn Lynne Parker, the CEO of Brave Space Alliance, a Black-led, trans-led TLGBQ+ Center on Chicago’s south side that provides affirming, culturally competent resources, joins The Broad Cast to discuss the crucial role Brave Space Alliance plays in our city and how LGBTQ+ communities in Chicago and beyond can support each other." Listen Now

"In January, the windows at 618 S. Michigan Avenue feature examples of clothing available at the Brave Space Alliance, a place where members of the LGBTQ+ community can find free gender-affirming clothing and more." Read More

“'Leading Brave Space Alliance has been one of the greatest honors of my life,' Parker said in a statement. 'This isn’t just a job — it’s been a calling. … I remain committed to supporting this organization as it enters its next chapter and beyond.'" Read More

"On the morning of Aug. 17, Brave Space Alliance kicked off its first Dignity Dash from the AIDS Garden, 3003 N. Lake Shore Dr., along Chicago lakefront." Read More

"The Trump administration is shutting down an LGBTQ+ suicide prevention hotline." Watch Now

"'Against all odds, we are still here.'" Read More

"Brave Space Alliance is inviting the community to its first-ever Partners in Dignity Soiree—a celebratory and mission-driven fundraiser marking a new chapter for the Black- and trans-led nonprofit." Read More

"The Chicago International Women’s Rally and March kicked off around noon Saturday at Federal Plaza, 320 S. Dearborn St., where a lineup of speakers broached topics from attacks on gender-affirming healthcare to concerns over corporate and billionaire influence in government." Read More

"For too long, the process of securing a name that reflects who we truly are has been riddled with unnecessary barriers, disproportionately impacting those who are already navigating systemic marginalization. This law is a monumental step forward for trans and nonbinary people across Illinois." Read More

"Brave Space Alliance stood alongside advocates and community leaders to support the safety, dignity, and autonomy of sex workers in Illinois. The push for decriminalization is about recognizing the humanity and rights of those most vulnerable to violence and exploitation." Read More

"Brave Space CEO Channyn Lynne Parker was inducted in to the Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame, both a historic event and an exhibit. Through the Hall of Fame, residents of Chicago and the world are made aware of the contributions of Chicago’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities and the communities’ efforts to eradicate homophobic bias and discrimination." Read More