We are story architects and cultural stewards; building experiences to advance trans narratives, histories, healing, and –– most importantly -– the human rights of trans people. TransLash Media is a nonprofit organization and digital community made up of conversation starters, documentarians, artists, technologists, activists, and allies who are committed to supporting trans/non-binary/intersex/two-spirit people through trans stories to save trans lives. We do so without censorship and erasure from mainstream media.
Despite historic levels of violence, trans people are moving forward and becoming more of ourselves with each passing day. Since our launch in 2018, TransLash Media has partnered with organizations such as WNYC, Samsung, Futuro Media, the National Education Association, Transgender Law Center, The New York Women’s Foundation, Pride Live, and more to create and share trans stories of creativity, courage, resilience, and bravery.
9 out of 10 people say they don’t know a trans person. We believe that ignorance fuels fear, hate, and violence; within individuals and by institutions. That’s why TransLash Media—a trans-led platform—uses the power of personal narratives to address the ignorance at the heart of trans erasure. Our goal is to shift the cultural understanding of what it means to be transgender, and help end anti-trans hate.
This is why TransLash is committed to creating a healthy society for trans, two-spirit, non-binary and gender non-conforming people. Through our collaborations, we will help manifest a world in which all forms of gender expression have equal rights, protections, opportunities, and safety to live openly. We value unapologetic self-expression through media art, music, dance, the written word, and technology, because we know that sharing our stories saves lives.
Alongside our legacy docuseries and existing content, Team TransLash produces The Webby nominated TransLash Podcast, regular video content including our weekly TalkBack video series, and a weekly newsletter. TransLash Media is a trusted source for people and organizations worldwide who wish to remain informed and engaged on trans topics around the globe. Team TransLash also manages active social media channels on all major platforms, including a robust Instagram community through @translashmedia. TransLash Media is a rapidly-growing platform centering and celebrating the lives of trans and gender non-conforming people. We are just getting started, with so much more to come.
Imara Jones is an Emmy and Peabody award-winning journalist, intersectional-news producer, and creator of TransLash, which was featured in The Guardian’s coverage of the 50th Anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising. Imara is currently a Soros Equality Fellow and chaired the first-ever UN High Level Meeting on Gender Diversity.
Ruby Fludzinski is an experienced media professional passionate about storytelling at the intersection of politics, social justice, and history. She has helped produce numerous short films, documentary mini-series, and most recently a feature documentary about the aftermath of sexual assault called HOLD ME RIGHT by filmmaker Danijela Stajnfeld. She has coordinated post-production edits for feature length pieces and pitched content that has aired on ABC News and A&E Networks. She most recently worked in creative development at production companies Big Beach and Archer Gray.
Eugenia Harvey is a veteran broadcast journalist who left her mark on ABC News’ “PrimeTime Live”, CBS’ 48 Hours, and has been an Executive Producer at CNN, BET, and PBS’ WGBH-produced show, Third Rail with OZY. She is Executive Producer and Project Director of the Multi-Platform Initiatives at WNET, a public television station that operates in the New York metropolitan area.
BJ Williams-El is a digital cinematographer, documentarian, and philanthropist. A native of Washington, DC, he started his media production career path at Morehouse College. Learn more on his website.
Daniela Capistrano is the Founder/CEO of DCAP MEDIA LLC, and specializes in digital strategy, audience development, branding, and strategic partnerships. She is based in New Orleans, where she is on the board of the New Orleans Film Society. Prior to pivoting into entrepreneurship, Daniela was a Senior Producer with Current TV and MTV News. Follow her on Twitter at @dcap and @dcapmedia.
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