Simha Haddad is a versatile journalist, author, and communications specialist based in Southern California. Currently serving as the Diversity Reporter for the prestigious Los Angeles Blade, one of America’s foremost LGBT newspapers, she delves into a wide array of topics ranging from profiling political figures to exploring social justice issues, hate crimes, queer arts and entertainment, and more. Her YA queer fiction novel, "Somewhere on This Rainbow," earned her a Best Indie Book Award in 2022. A passionate advocate for inclusivity, she contributes to the FeministBookClub.com blog and podcast, amplifying diverse voices and perspectives. With a rich background in LGBTQIA+ advocacy, Simha previously lent her talents as a staff writer for The Georgia Hollywood Review magazine's LGBTQIA+ section. Her short stories, poems, and articles have also appeared in various publications.
In addition to her writing, Simha has deepened her investment in queer civil rights, exemplified by her role in moderating the 2024 senatorial forum between Adam Schiff, Katie Porter, and Barbara Lee. This event, organized in conjunction with EQCA, the Trans Latina Coalition, and the Los Angeles LGBT Center, showcased her commitment to fostering dialogue and progress within the LGBTQIA+ community and beyond.
SIMHA HADDAD, DUSTIN GARDINER, TONY HUANG, ADAM SCHIFF, BARBARA LEE, KATIE PORTER, BAMBY SALCEDO, JOE HOLLENDONER