Toby Vargas-Jaume
Toby is a gay native Puerto Rican. He’s well known in the community for his awardwinning photography business, where he photographs events and drag performers. Through his photography, Toby has become well versed in the world of Atlanta’s drag scene; he’s written numerous articles for Georgia Voice about drag, one of which you can find in this issue on page 10. Toby’s professional experience extends beyond photography; he’s a graduate of Florida State University and holds a Master’s in International Business from Bond University. Ha has produced national events for the LGBTQ community, and is the managing director of a family health care business.
“The Atlanta LGBTQ+ community is very important to me and has been a big part of my life and my life’s work since moving to Georgia,” Toby said. “I am very passionate about devoting my time, energy, and creativity to this important organization in our community. The Atlanta Pride Committee hosts functions throughout the year, and I believe that I have the skill set and experience to help them continue to produce the types of premier events our city is renowned for.”
Quita is a Black nonbinary femme who was born and raised in Middle Georgia. However, they found a home in Atlanta, because that’s where they truly grew into the person they are today. Quita has extensive experience in reproductive justice and queer liberation organizing. They currently serve as the co-director of Access Reproductive Care — Southeast, a reproductive justice organization that funds abortion and practical support for Southerners seeking care. Their writing can be found on Facing South, the online magazine of the Institute for Southern Studies. You can find Quita on social media (@hello_quita on Instagram) discussing Black Southern organizing or raising funds to increase abortion access.
“I’m so excited to serve on the Board of APC to support the growth and sustainability of the organization to continue to serve the Atlanta community and beyond for many more years to come,” Quita said.
Learn more about APC’s Board of Directors at atlantapride.org.