Niambi E. Stanley is a Black transgender leader, cultural organizer, and media creator with over three decades of experience in ballroom, LGBTQ+ advocacy, and community education. A respected voice within Black and trans communities, Niambi’s work sits at the intersection of culture, justice, media, and healing-centered leadership.

Niambi E. Stanley, also known as Icon Niambi, is a pioneering trans cultural leader, performer, and entrepreneur with over 30 years of influence in ballroom, media, and community advocacy. A legendary voice shaped by resilience, Niambi blends artistry, activism, and business to uplift trans and queer communities through storytelling, performance, education, and spiritual insight. From ballroom history to digital platforms, Niambi’s work centers visibility, truth, and liberation unapologetically and authentically.