Embracing the Beauty of Being Gay, Black, and HIV Positive – Jordan J. Edwards

HIV may be a lifelong journey, but it is not a death sentence.
Yet, for Black gay men, that journey often comes with unique
challenges—stigma, erasure, and systemic barriers that make
living openly and authentically even harder.


As we close out Black History Month, we sit down with
Jordan J. Edwards - Deputy Director for the Normal
Anomaly Initiative, whose candid and unfiltered approach
will challenge you to see beyond limitations and embrace the
power of your own visibility.
In this episode, you’ll:

Uncover the difference between representation and
representing yourself—a game-changing distinction

Learn why visibility is crucial in the fight for queer and
Black liberation—and how you can take action

Discover ways to ensure your story and existence aren’t
erased by society


This is a conversation about truth, resilience, and reclaiming
space. About Jordan Jordan J Edwards (He/Him/His) is a Deputy
Director for the Normal Anomaly Initiative. Through his passion and
lived experience as a person living with HIV,  Jordan serves
the Black, Queer plus community by developing curriculum,
increasing opportunities for transportation, and linkage to care
services for those living with HIV and those interested in PrEP.
Jordan became a 2024 White House Rising Leader and a Greater Than
HIV Ambassador through his development in the HIV sector. Connect
With Jordan Website Jordan's Instagram The Normal Anomaly Instagram
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