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Alba Onofrio also known as Reverend Alba Onofrio is an American queer Latinx theologian, activist, and educator. They are known for their work on spiritual trauma, Christian supremacy, and LGBTQ+ justice.^[1][2]

Onofrio earned a Master of Divinity from Vanderbilt Divinity School, where their studies focused on theologies of sexuality, embodiment, and queer ethics.^[2]

Since the early 2010s, Onofrio has been involved with Soulforce, a nonprofit organisation that addresses religious and political oppression of LGBTQIA+ people through nonviolent activism. They serve as Executive Director and Spiritual Strategist.^[3]

They write and speak on theology, sexual ethics, and social justice, focusing on LGBTQ+ and marginalized experiences.^[4]

In 2017, Onofrio participated in counter‑protests during the Unite the Right rally in Charlottesville, Virginia. They joined clergy from diverse faith traditions to confront white nationalist protesters, and provided spiritual and emotional support to those affected, including assisting injured individuals and offering comfort amid trauma.^[1]

They have spoken at events such as Wild Goose Festival, and also contributed essays and commentary to outlets including Rewire News Group and Soulforce’s own resource platforms.^[5]

• Violencia Espiritual y Fenómenos Religiosos que Abusan de la Fe (2022), co‑authored with Karina Vargas and Judith Bautista Fajardo. ISBN: 9781736126769.^[6]
• Breaking Open Gender Diversity in the Bible (2022), authored by Alba Onofrio. ISBN: 9781736126752.^[7]