Philadelphia Magazine

Ernest Owens

Writer at Large, Politics

Ernest Owens is an award-winning journalist and CEO of Ernest Media Empire, LLC. As an openly gay black journalist, he has made headlines for speaking frankly about intersectional issues in society regarding race, LGBTQ, and pop culture.

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Former Philly Trans Conference Co-Chair Speaks Out After ACLU Files Suit

Lourdes Ashley Hunter, a trans activist, is suing the D.C. Police Department.

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OPINION: Center Trans People of Color at Philly Gay Pride

Owens: It’s about time we gave proper respect.

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Gayborhood Racism Recommendations: First 30 Days

“Positive and supportive” is how PCHR’s executive director describes the responses so far.

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LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: Glamsino Royale: Carnaval.

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Philly’s First-Ever LGBTQ Women’s Week Starts This Weekend

We have the full lineup for the event, which begins on Saturday.

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OPINION: We Can’t “Agree to Disagree” About White Privilege

Owens: New research on wealth proves it crosses all class boundaries.

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LGBTQ&A: Amber Hikes

We chat with the new Office of LGBT Affairs director.

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LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: Queer Performances of Color.

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Crowded District Attorney Race Is Why We Can’t Have Nice Things

Owens: Candidates who don’t add anything dynamic should just exit.

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Mayor’s Office Announces LGBT Affairs Appointments

The 23 members will advise the Mayor on policies affecting the LGBT community.

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Amber Hikes Named New LGBT Affairs Director

Hikes, a well-known community leader, will start the position on March 6th.

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Protesters Disrupt Mazzoni Awards Luncheon

Mazzoni CEO Nurit Shein was given a list of demands, including her resignation.

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LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: Mr. & Ms. Philadelphia Leather Contest 2017.

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The Unbearable Privilege of Trump Protesters

Owens: If you’re still comfortable and safe, you’re not doing it right.

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day is February 7th.
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It’s National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

Here are some major ways HIV/AIDS is affecting Philly.