US Embassies Around the World Defy Trump Order Not to Fly the Pride Flag
In yet another blow to the LGBTQ community from the Trump administration, according to the New York Times, Washington Post,…
LGBTQ Relationships Are Banned at Brigham Young University
Brigham Young University is a large college in Utah that’s run by the Mormon church (LDS). It’s long been known…
Republicans Harass Children at LGBTQ Event (Again)
Once again, the party that is so intent on “saving kids” has turned to harassing and threatening them instead. In…
Gay-Friendly Malta Hosts Europride Valletta 2023
EuroPride Valletta 2023 will take place in the capital city of Malta from September 7 -17. This dreamy island off…
Pride March Returns to Mumbai
The Mumbai Pride march took place on February 3 to raise awareness for queer rights in India. The parade highlighted…
United Methodist Church Rescinds Gay Clergy Ban
The United Methodist Church has reversed a ban that prohibited LGBTQ people from being ordained and practicing as clergy. The…
Shanghai Pride Shuts Down After 12 Years
The South China Morning Post has reported that the organization that puts on Shanghai’s long-running pride celebration has declared that…
Florida Senate Passes Bigoted “Stop WOKE Act”
Florida’s state senate has passed the “Stop WOKE Act”, a bill that would ban schools and companies from discussing topics…
GOP Threatens to Nationalize ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill
Remember Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ nightmare ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill? Congressional Republicans are proposing to take it national, potentially preventing…
The Most LGBTQ-Welcoming Universities in the U.S.A.
Studying at university can be time consuming and expensive, so it’s important to feel comfortable, accepted and supported at the…
Several Gay Bars Raided In Seattle
Law enforcement raided several LGBTQ+ nightlife venues over the course of two evenings last weekend and are now facing backlash…
Where States Stand On Conversion Therapy Protections
Though much light is often shed on how LGBTQ+ freedoms are restricted through censorship and limited freedom of expression in…
James Hormel, First Openly Gay US Ambassador, Dies at 88
James Hormel served an important role in political history as America’s first openly gay diplomat. During his tenure, he served…
David Mamet Joins Republican Attack on Teachers in Desperate Attempt to Justify ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill
Florida’s recently-passed “Don’t Say Gay” bill isn’t going as smoothly as Republicans had hoped. The party was hoping to pass…
Disney Sues Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Over “Political Retaliation”
Last week, long running tensions between Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Disney boiled over as the company filed a first…
Where Is Conversion Therapy Still Legal And Why?
One of the most homophobic and transphobic practices that is still legal around the world today is conversion therapy, a…
Celebrating Women’s History Month By Remembering LGBTQ+ Trailblazers And Allies
March is Women’s History Month and many women throughout history have paved the way for today’s LGBTQ+ community. Whether members…
Research Shows LGBTQ People Face A Glass Ceiling In The Workplace
Research from Out Leadership indicates that LGBTQ+ employees face a glass ceiling in the workplace, making it harder to climb…
Botswana Courts Rule to Decriminalize Same-Sex Relations
In a historic decision, Botswana’s High Court overturned a colonial-era law that criminalized consensual same-sex relations. Previously a violation of…
Biden Stands Up for LGBTQ Youth Amid Florida’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill
President Joe Biden showed his continued support of the LGBTQ community last week by taking time to tell young LGBTQ…
Gay Kiss in Disney’s ‘Lightyear’ has Republicans in an Uproar
Earlier this year, Disney was forced to reckon with its history of appeasing Republicans and bigots in America and across…
Celebrate Pride in Taiwan!
Taiwan’s biggest LGBTQ+ event, Taiwan Pride, is the place to celebrate this October. As one of the most progressive countries…
LGBTQ+ Rights Highlighted at New Delhi Pride Parade
Thousands of people participated in a pride event in New Delhi, India on Sunday after the country’s Supreme Court declined…
Aetna Extends Fertility Coverage To LGBTQ+ People In Landmark Settlement
In a landmark win for the queer community, Aetna has agreed to provide equal fertility coverage to LGBTQ+ people after…
The Supreme Court of The United States Seeks to Make Gay Marriage Illegal Again
In yet another blow to civil rights during the Trump era, members of the Supreme Court are now declaring that…
Pixar Employees Reveal That Disney Has Been Forcing Censorship of LGBTQ Content
According to Variety, employees from Pixar sent out a letter that said Disney has been forcing the censorship of LGBTQ…
Lesbian Candidates Elected Governor in Massachusetts and Oregon!
Maura Healey of Massachusetts and Tina Kotek of Oregon made history this week as the first two out lesbians elected…
Lesbian Couple in Hong Kong Win Parental Status
A court in Hong Kong has decided in favor of a lesbian couple fighting for joint parental status over their…
Rail Europe Teams Up With The European LGBTQ+ Travel Alliance
The European LGBTQ+ Travel Alliance (ELTA) has partnered with Rail Europe to promote diversity and inclusivity in the travel industry. …
Locals Light Up Bridge In Florida After Ron DeSantis Blocks Pride Displays
Attempts by Ron DeSantis to prevent rainbow Pride displays on state bridges this month have been countered by an out…