HBCU Program

Supporting HBCUs in enhancing policies and services that promote excellence in LGBTQ+ inclusion, equity, and engagement.

Our HBCU Program arose out of a need to support LGBTQ+ students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities after two violent, anti-LGBTQ+ incidents occurred at two prominent HBCUs in 2004. 

The program engages administrators, faculty, staff, students, and alumni through a range of initiatives. Today, we've built relationships with more than 30 HBCUs, supporting LGBTQ+ and allied students, faculty, and staff working to make their campuses more inclusive.

HBCU OutLoud Day

This HBCU OutLoud Day we’re equipping students with the resources, information, and support they need to register, vote, and make their voices heard.

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Black and Latine Voters: Motivation and Priorities for the Midterms

Findings from HRC’s LGBTQ+ Political and Civic Engagement (PACE) Survey.

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PULSE Scholars

Peer University Leaders for Sexual-health Education (PULSE) scholars work to eliminate HIV & sexual-health-related stigma on Historically Black College and University (HBCU) campuses.

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Explore the unique challenges LGBTQ+ people of color face at the intersection of race and identity — and how to navigate them personally, professionally, and within community spaces.

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The Human Rights Campaign reports on news, events and resources of the Human Rights Campaign Foundation that are of interest to the general public and further our common mission to support the LGBTQ+ community.