Miss Trans Michigan Speaks Out: Why I Wear This Crown for Every Black Trans Girl Still Searching for Safety
Ferndale Pride headliner on what trans people need from allies in this era
Baddie Brooks |
“I used to be so scared to even walk down the stairs.” This line is from my original song “Trans.” Unfortunately, this was my reality, as I was raised in an environment that was not inclusive of LGBTQIA+ identities. Since then, I walked away and never turned back.
It’s one of the many reasons why I work so hard and why words can’t fully express how much it means to be crowned Miss Trans Michigan 2025. There was a time when I thought I’d carry my secret to the grave. Now, I’m determined to fight for marginalized identities. There’s a Black trans girl out there who needs a role model, and it’s my mission to be the change I wish to see in the world.
As Miss Trans Michigan 2025, I’ll continue advocating for transgender people and will use this platform to bring positivity to how the trans community is perceived. Many media outlets use the trans community as a scapegoat for discrimination. I want to uplift the trans community and serve as a positive role model. I’ve chosen to support Affirmations, Black Pride Ypsi, PRISM Detroit and the Ruth Ellis Center.