Quentin Bell (activist)
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Quentin Bell | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1987 or 1988 (age 38–39)[1] |
| Alma mater | Alabama State University |
| Occupation | Activist |
Quentin Bell (born 1987/88) is an activist for transgender rights in the African-American LGBT community. He is the co-founder and from 2012 to February 2024 he was,[2] the executive director of The Knights and Orchids Society, a non-profit based in Selma, Alabama that is led by and provides healthcare services to Black trans, queer, and gender non-conforming people.[1][3][4][5]
Bell co-founded The Knights and Orchids Society in 2012 with his wife Jennine.[1][3] The organization evolved from a fraternity that Bell founded at Alabama State University in 2009.[4] The nonprofit provides free gender-affirming health and wellness services, with priority given to Black trans people.[4][6]
Bell has spoken out on state bills that affect transgender rights, including access to restrooms and healthcare for trans children.[1][3][6]