Research indicates that Black LGBTQIA people often face heightened levels of anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation, driven largely by experiences of racism within both the broader LGBTQIA community and society at large, as well as homophobia and transphobia (Bockting et al., 2014; Meyer, 2003). A study conducted by the Williams Institute found that Black LGBTQ individuals are more likely to encounter mental health challenges compared to their white counterparts, with over 40% reporting serious psychological distress (Williams Institute, 2016).