Better Brothers Los Angeles (BBLA) is a 501(c)(3) organization that educates, inspires and connects the Black LGBTQ+community in Southern California and across the country. Our mission is to develop a stronger sense of community and overcome cultural and religious challenges to our orientation. BBLA’s year round social, educational and overall affirming programming is anchored by the Truth AwardsCeremony, an annual recognition and celebration of the Black LGBTQ+ community and its allies.