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Be Heard: I Am Who I Say I Am
Season 2023
Episode 2
I Am Who I Say I Am is a documentary short film series by Black Public Media capturing three personal stories of gender identity. Presented episodically during LGBT History Month and leading into Trans Awareness Week (November 13-19), this project introduces us to Jei, Brit, and Dr. Maya as they each offer their take on navigating gender.
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