Section
Stories
Editorials, essays, and reporting from the community.
Editor's Note
Why the PCOM Perspectives E-Zine?
A founding note on why this publication exists, whose stories it centers, and why balanced representation matters in the cities we call home.
Cleo Manago · 8 min
Feature
Why Youth Voices Matter
A youth-centered perspective on safety, leadership, identity, and belonging — and why the next generation is shaping what PCOM becomes next.
Marcus Henry · 5 min
Open Call
Writers & Journalists Wanted
PCOM Perspectives is seeking writers, journalists, commentators, artists, photographers, cartoonists, reviewers, and community voices covering culture, health, equity, public affairs, social justice, and Baltimore/Maryland affairs.
Editorial Team · 2 min
Editorial
Meeting the Moment: Victory will be Ours
A call to wake up, tell truth to power, and claim our birthright to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Br. Moses, OSB · 2 min
Faith & Belonging
The Sankofa Gathering: Reflect, Revival, Renewal
A Pride worship experience rooted in the Sankofa principle — reclaiming love, dignity, and belonging for LGBTQ+ people, their families, allies, and faith leaders.
Dr. Melanie Bryant · 5 min
Community Elder
The Incredible Life of Louis Hughes, Jr.: The Community's Gay Uncle
Baba Louis — Baltimore stalwart, Omega man, mentor to generations of queer youth, and an elder who refuses to let our history be erased.
Br. Merrick Moses, OSB · 4 min
Editor's Note
Letter from the Editor: The Summer Issue
Summer asks us to stay visible, connected, and engaged beyond Pride Month. This issue is about what we do next.
PCOM Perspectives · 2 min
CEO Corner
CEO Corner: A Note From the Center
A featured column from Dr. Cleo Manago reflecting on community, leadership, visibility, health, and the ongoing work of building a stronger LGBTQ/SGL* community.
Dr. Cleo Manago · 3 min
Youth
Youth / Young Adult News & Views
Youth perspectives from Quinn, Marcus, and the wider circle of young voices shaping community life.
Quinn, Marcus & Friends · 3 min
Outreach
Proud to be Out (and About): Outreach Team Updates from the Field
Field notes from Chloe Green and the Outreach Team — Pride Week tables, the Boundary Block Party, O's Pride Night, and partners who kept the momentum going.
Chloe Green · 4 min
Latine Connection
The Latine Connection: A Summer of Deepening Roots
Cafecito y Conversación, Salem Methodist Church, Mujeres Empoderadas, and a new partnership with Solo Se Vive Una Vez — the Latine Connection continues in both English and Spanish.
Quinn Healy · 5 min
Community · Interview
Lucy Fernandez: A Sister with a Mission to Serve
An interview with the Pride Center of Maryland's Women's Outreach & Engagement Specialist on Latine community, Garifuna identity, and safety, authenticity, and belonging.
Br. Merrick Moses, OSB · 4 min
Youth
The Pride Center of Maryland's Support of Youth Workers and Volunteers at Camp St. Vincent
Mentorship, academic support, safety, and joy — a summer of showing up for young people who need adults who will show up first.
Marcus Henry · 3 min
Community Spotlight
Community Spotlight: Your Favorite Person in Baltimore
A warm recurring feature honoring a community member, organizer, artist, elder, youth leader, volunteer, business owner, or everyday Baltimore figure beloved by the community.
PCOM Perspectives · 2 min
Get Involved
Looking for Volunteers
PCOM Perspectives and The Pride Center of Maryland are looking for volunteers, contributors, and community members who want to help strengthen the publication and the work behind it.
PCOM Perspectives · 1 min