HONORING THE LIVES, COMMUNITY AND RESISTANCE OF OUR BLACK TRANS ELDERS WHO HELPED SHAPE GENERATIONS OF QUEER AND TRANS LIBERATION
Coming Soon
Aging with Pride 2026 was initially scheduled to take place in June 2026, but due to a death in J’s immediate family, we postponed it until later in the year. Join J, Averaii and a very special guest for dinner and conversation at Manny’s in The Mission.
The Black trans elders who built movements, created and nurtured communities, and expanded the possibilities of queer and trans liberation are more than figures in our history. They are the architects of our present.
Their lives, voices, and experiences are part of our living history. Their stories don’t just deserve to be heard—they need to be heard. The contributions of the trans community—especially the Black trans community—need to be celebrated, their futures protected, and their lessons shared with the world.
Aging with Pride 2026 Panelists
Co-Host
J. Andrew
Filmmaker & Advocate
J is the multiple-award-winning filmmaker, and the creative force behind the upcoming feature-length documentary Meet Me at the Club, an LGBTQIA+ historical documentary about the Castro Country Club. In addition to his documentary work, J’s written and directed a number of award-winning short films, including the acclaimed Unbreaking currently making its way through the international film festival circuit, and Here For Now, now streaming.
J also recently partnered with Sister Roma and The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence to create, film and launch the Safety First, Sexy Second public safety campaign.
Co-Host
Averaii Dinks
Model, Actress & Advocate
Profile Coming Soon.
Co-Host
SPECIAL GUEST TBA
Special Guest!
Profile Coming Soon.