Chicago activist Kenny Martin-Ocasio is among those named to The 41 list.
According to Honor 41's website, "The 41 List highlights 41 role models in the Latina/o LGBTQ community who demonstrate that we can be successful and live our lives 'out' and open." The list has videos of the honorees discussing achievements and hardships, among other items.
In a statement to Windy City Times, Martin-Ocasio wrote, "I was recently selected among the Honor 41 recognized Latinex LGBT leaders for 2016. It is an honor ( no pun intended ) I don't take lightly but humbly.
"Honor 41 is named after the notorious 41 men who in 1901 in Mexico were arrested and publicly outed, and some of whom were not heard of ever again, adopting the term 41, a coded derogatory word for gay men. [This year] was a rough year for the Latinx LGBT community, especially for Puerto Ricans in Orlando. Being recognized along with so many outstanding leaders throughout the U.S. and Latin America gives us an opportunity to bring forth our stories, our experiences, our journeys, and to elevate our community even more.
"I shared my story, one of surviving pervasive bullying and abuse, [while]others share stories of tragedy, triumph and perseverance. All are stories of pride and hope. Here is to a better and brighter 2017, against any odds, and with orgullo y esperanza. ADELANTE!"
Among those also on the list is National LGBTQ Task Force's Jorge Amaro. In a press release, Amaro said, "I am humbled and privileged to be included in this year's list. To this day, LGBTQ Latino youth lack the necessary and adequate support in school, home, healthcare, and places of worship in order to be able to live their lives genuinely and authentically. ... In our work to secure justice and equality for all, we must continue elevating the voices of those who are often marginalized in society."
See Honor41.org .