About Speak Out

Speak Out is a nonprofit community engagement organization representing more than 9,000 same-gender-loving (SGL) men and women of color. Since 2017, Speak Out has served as a safe space for creating meaningful connections across the LGBTQ+ community.

The mission of Speak Out is to educate, support and connect the LGBTQ+ community of color through social media engagement, mentorship, personal empowerment and health awareness.

Speak Out was founded by Antonio Driver.

Our Programs

Speak Out has designed its programs to provide gay, bisexual, and trans people of color with a space to safely process thoughts, feelings, and emotions in order to strengthen their psychological and emotional fitness.

Our Programs

The Speak Out Family

Speak Out is headquartered in Washington, D.C. with chapters across the United States. Learn more about our chapters and how to get involved by choosing a city near you. If you do not see a nearby city and would like to start a chapter in your area, please contact us to begin the process!

Board of Directors

Speak Out Chapters