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<h2 align="center"><em>'''DID YOU KNOW?'''</em></h2>
 
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<h3 align="center">'''THE COMMUNITY OF LGBTQ BOXERS'''</h3>
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<h3 align="center">'''OUTSTANDING LGBTQ YOUTHS OF 2016'''</h3>
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<p>Boxing is a gruelling and tough sport. Though stereotyped as being hyper-masculine, it is in fact often considered the most tolerant, racially integrated and phobia-free of all sportsThere is nary a shortage of race, gender, or sexual identity in the world of boxing – the full spectrum is widely represented.</p>
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<p>QueerBio.Com is pleased to present its annual list of Outstanding LGBTQ Youths for the yearThe biographies of these individuals have all been added to the biographical website during the year when their actions and achievements came to the attention of the editors.  Some have faced great risk to their personal lives by being publicly identified as LGBTQ. All have used their skills or served as role models to help others live their lives openly.</p>
  
<p>The boxing community is both supportive and openly accepting of diversityBoxers of all sexual orientation have been applauded by the community.</p>
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<p>Each has made a material impact in their field of interestThese fields include activism, sports, politics, the military, fashion and entertainment.</p>
  
<p>The first out boxer in the world is considered to have been Charles ‘The Pink Pounder’ Jones of Great Britain.  Transgender boxer/manager Kellie Maloney made headlines around the world when she transitioned in 2014Many male and female LGBTQ boxers are national champions, world champions, or Olympic champions in their weight categories.</p>
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<p>It is particularly notable the large number of transgender individuals appearing on the list this yearThis reflects the increased visibility, activism, and confidence within the community and across the age spectrum.</p>
  
<p>We have identified LGBTQ boxers from Puerto Rico, France, Great Britain, Australia, Canada, and the United States.  To see the list and read their fascinating biographies [[The Community of LGBTQ Boxers|'''CLICK HERE''']]</p>
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<p>These individuals hail from Sweden, Canada, Tunisia, the United States, India, Great Britain and Spain.  To see the list and read their fascinating biographies [[Outstanding LGBTQ Youths of 2016|'''CLICK HERE''']]</p>
  
 
'''Directory of past 'Did You Know?' Articles''' [[Past 'Did You Know?' Articles|See Here]]
 
'''Directory of past 'Did You Know?' Articles''' [[Past 'Did You Know?' Articles|See Here]]

Revision as of 16:18, 19 December 2016

DID YOU KNOW?

OUTSTANDING LGBTQ YOUTHS OF 2016

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QueerBio.Com is pleased to present its annual list of Outstanding LGBTQ Youths for the year. The biographies of these individuals have all been added to the biographical website during the year when their actions and achievements came to the attention of the editors. Some have faced great risk to their personal lives by being publicly identified as LGBTQ. All have used their skills or served as role models to help others live their lives openly.

Each has made a material impact in their field of interest. These fields include activism, sports, politics, the military, fashion and entertainment.

It is particularly notable the large number of transgender individuals appearing on the list this year. This reflects the increased visibility, activism, and confidence within the community and across the age spectrum.

These individuals hail from Sweden, Canada, Tunisia, the United States, India, Great Britain and Spain. To see the list and read their fascinating biographies CLICK HERE

Directory of past 'Did You Know?' Articles See Here


The goal of QueerBio.com is to be the definitive online biographical reference source for the international LGBTQ community. Its database lists over 13,000 contemporary and historical figures who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer, and includes artists, sports figures, politicians, entertainers, business leaders, academics, activists, and more. The database is widely international in scope and is an ideal source for research and analysis with full search and sort functionality.

The mission is to inspire, educate, and motivate all generations of LGBTQ individuals and others through a collective knowledge of this international community.


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