Description

Ever wondered how life experiences shaped the creation of a powerful platform advocating for black queer men?

In this episode of the More Elephant podcast, we are in conversation with Emil Wilbekin, journalist, human rights activist, and founder of Native Son, a platform and non-profit organisation advocating for black queer men.

We explore Emil's journey and discuss the pivotal moments that led to the creation of Native Son, highlighting the importance of representation of black queer men, the power of corporate partnership to elevate the narrative, and the need to continue to focus on intersectionality in our understanding, respect, and support of various communities.

Talking points in this Episode:

• We chart Emil’s life journey, from his upbringing to the pivotal experiences surrounding his identity as a gay man that fuelled his belief and confidence to create the Native Son platform.
• We discuss the power of and need for greater representation and how the Native Son platform addresses, particularly through programming and initiatives like the Native Son Awards.
• We discuss the significance of respecting and acknowledging diverse experiences within the black queer community, shedding light on the importance of inclusive advocacy.
• …and much more.