“As we continue to expand the narrative and shape the vision of the Native Son platform, having partners such as P&G and Gucci Changemakers as well as many leaders in the industry helps raise awareness of our mission and provide a proverbial microphone for our voices so Black gay men in fashion are represented and recognized for their meaningful contributions to the industry,” he continued. I also wanted to show the different facets of Native Son and how a community such as ours deserves a seat at the corporate table in fashion,” Wilbekin said. “Native Son harnesses the collective power of Black gay men to ensure that our voices, visibility and lived experiences are elevated, and never again disregarded, wherever we exist. Since its inception, it has hosted a number of panels and events with companies such as Google and last year established the Native Son Awards.
While this particular event is centered around fashion, Native Son focuses on Black gay men from all different walks of life and industries.