Polish Media — Support the Future of Trans-Led Media

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The Media Outlet for Black & Brown Queer and Trans Voices.
Led by us. Built for us. Owned by us.

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Why Polish Exists

There is a void.
We are filling it.

When Out Magazine laid off its staff, something larger was lost — not just jobs, but a home for Black and brown queer and trans voices in mainstream media. Founder Marie-Adelina was in that layoff meeting when she began changing her handles and purchasing the Polish domain. She already knew: she wasn't waiting anymore.

Polish isn't just a brand. It's a movement — a community-first media platform built on the belief that our stories deserve more than a column or a token byline. They deserve a home we actually own.

"Black and brown trans voices are not a niche.
We are the future of media."

The creator economy is booming. Audiences are leaving legacy media for authentic, community-driven content. The moment for a trans-led, Black and brown-centered media outlet has never been more urgent — or more viable.

Polish already has fiscal sponsorship. The infrastructure is ready. The team is assembled. We need you to help us build it.

The Content Universe

Eight pillars.
One community.

01
Polish Your Heart

Love, identity, intimacy, and connection through a trans and queer lens. Executive column by Indya Moore.

02
Polish Your Spirit

Community wisdom and spiritual resilience. Contributors include Nala Simone, Angelica Ross, Valerie Spencer, Louis Mitchell, and others.

03
Polish Your Mind

Mental health, healing, and emotional wellness — centering the inner lives of Black and brown queer and trans people.

04
Polish Your Politic

Power, policy, and advocacy through a Black and brown trans lens. The political column our communities have always deserved.

05
Polish Your Body

Trans and queer health, embodiment, beauty, and wellness from a community-informed perspective.

06
Polish Your Plate

Food, culture, and nourishment. Celebrating Black and brown queer chefs, foodies, and the tables we gather around.

07
Polish Your Coin

Business, finances, and economic empowerment for our community. Building generational wealth on our own terms.

08
Polish Your Place

Home, design, and creating beautiful spaces for our chosen families. Because we deserve sanctuary.

Plus

The Polish Live Experience

A flagship weekly livestream — part talk show, part town hall, part community gathering. Live, raw, and unapologetically Black and trans.

The Team

The people behind
the movement.

Marie-Adelina
Founder & Majority Owner

Creator of Polish. Former OUT Magazine staff. Pageant culture visionary building the media outlet our community has always deserved.

Angelica Ross
Executive Partner — Technology & Production

Emmy-nominated actor, human rights advocate, and platform builder bringing tech infrastructure and a 450K+ community reach to Polish.

Tiq Milan
Executive Partner — Media Strategy

Former Senior Media Strategist at GLAAD. One of the most respected trans media voices in the country, with decades of narrative strategy.

Indya Moore
Executive Partner — Editorial & Culture

Actor, activist, and cultural icon. Indya authors Polish Your Heart and lends their platform to amplify this movement.

Become a Founding Member

Your support builds the platform.
Your membership sustains it.

Choose a monthly membership tier. Every dollar goes directly toward building Polish into the media outlet our communities deserve — and you become a founding part of that future.

$5
Per Month
Polish Your Community
  • Full access to Polish newsletter & web posts
  • Name in our founding community archive
  • Early access to Polish content drops
  • Community group access
Join at $5 / month
Most Impactful
$15
Per Month
Polish Your Voice
  • Everything in Community tier
  • Exclusive behind-the-scenes content
  • Monthly virtual Q&A with Polish contributors
  • Priority access to Polish Live events
  • Recognition in Polish media credits
Join at $15 / month
$25
Per Month
Polish Your Legacy
  • Everything in Voice tier
  • Founding Legacy Member certificate
  • Private Polish editorial briefings
  • First access to Polish Live experiences
  • Contributes to contributor honoraria fund
  • Name on Polish legacy wall at launch
Join at $25 / month