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Zaya Wade's 19th Birthday Ball Celebrates Visibility
2 Jun
Summary
- The Translatable Ball was hosted by Zaya Wade as a masquerade event.
- The event celebrated ballroom culture, community, and trans visibility.
- Funds were raised for trans nonprofit organizations like the Translatable Project.
The 2nd Annual Translatable Ball, hosted by Zaya Wade, recently celebrated visibility and community at The Mayan in Los Angeles. The event, which also marked Wade's 19th birthday, aimed to showcase that individuals should not be hidden but rather seen and celebrated for who they are.
Wade emphasized the importance of finding one's community and utilizing organizations like Translatable for support. The ball celebrated ballroom culture and served as a fundraiser for trans nonprofit organizations, including the Translatable Project and the Trans Wellness Center.
Notable attendees included Wade's father, Dwyane Wade, and stepmother, Gabrielle Union, who expressed hopes for guests to leave feeling expanded and fulfilled. The event highlighted how connection, community, fashion, art, and music can shape culture and uplift queer voices.
