She Comes With Baggage

Editor's Note: There are certain love stories that stay with you long after the conversation ends. Not because they are perfect, extraordinary, or designed for social media, but because they remind you that love is still one of the most courageous things a person can choose. This article is a reminder that the deepest partnerships are built through trust, vulnerability, growth, and the willingness to experience life alongside another human being.

Author and DIVA Editor-in-Chief Roxy Bourdillon discusses queer storytelling, LGBTQIA+ representation, self-discovery, and the lasting impact of authentic media | She Comes With Baggage Media

Carter Nelson opens up about acting, self-discovery, and the importance of authentic trans representation in film and television | She Comes With Baggage Media

Editor's Note: She Comes With Baggage Media was founded on the belief that stories matter. We spend our days highlighting the people, communities, and conversations that make our world more connected, more compassionate, and more human. As we learned more about Laura Dunn, we were struck not only by her advocacy, but by her understanding of what representation truly means. As a queer woman, civil rights attorney, and community advocate, Laura brings lived experience to the is

Editor’s Notes: What stood out to me most about Camp Pride is how deeply important spaces like this feel right now. We spend so much of our lives online that I think people are craving real in-person connection more than ever, especially within the LGBTQ+ community. There’s something powerful about being surrounded by people who understand you without explanation and getting to experience joy collectively instead of through a screen. Camp Pride feels bigger than an event to m

Tracy E. Gilchrist, LGBTQ+ journalist and host, shares her journey in queer media, storytelling, and the power of holding space for authentic voices | She Comes With Baggage Media

Girls in Wonderland returns to Orlando as a leading sapphic festival celebrating queer women through music, nightlife, and community. Featuring a special partnership with The Amistara founder Kirstie Nicole, the event continues to create powerful spaces of connection, belonging, and joy | She Comes With Baggage Media

Editor's Notes: What has always stood out to me about Sion is how intentional he is when it comes to safety and honesty. He isn’t just showing destinations, he’s creating real transparency around what it actually feels like to exist in those spaces as an LGBTQ+ traveler. That kind of honesty matters, especially for a community that hasn’t always had access to clear or reliable information when it comes to navigating the world. He’s not selling a version of travel, he’s giving

Melissa Lee shares her life as part of a queer family, creating visibility, representation, and connection for LGBTQ+ families online | She Comes With Baggage Media