LGBTQ Afghans Fear for their Lives
The news has been dominated by America’s withdrawal from Afghanistan and the takeover by the Taliban. One thing that has…
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…
LGBTQ+ Group In Kenya Launches Online Legal Aid Clinic
An LGBTQ rights organization in Kenya has revealed a new virtual legal aid platform that allows queer people free access…
Duolingo Removes LGBTQ Content In Russia
Duolingo has deleted LGBTQ+ content for Russian users after the country officially deemed all content, practices, associations and mentions of…
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…
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…
George Michael to Become Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductee
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame will add pop icon George Michael to the list of greatest stars in…
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…
House Speaker Mike Johnson and LGBTQ+ Rights
New House Speaker Mike Johnson (R -LA) has been outspokenly anti-LGBTQ+ for years before he took the head honcho seat,…
New Art Installation Challenges FDA’s Discriminatory Blood Policies
As all LGBTQ people likely know, there are strict laws that prevent the community from donating blood, especially for men…
Alabama Candidate for Governor Harasses LGBTQ Students
Tim James, a Republican candidate for Alabama’s governor, has launched a new ad that directly harms LGBTQ youth. The subject…
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…
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey Launches Brilliant Tourism Campaign
Governor Maura Healey of Massachusetts has launched a tourism campaign in Florida and Texas with billboards featuring same-sex couples. Last…
Why A Vote For Kamala Harris Is Good for LGBTQ+ People
The weight of the upcoming presidential election seems to loom larger everyday. For many Democrats and social justice advocates, Kamala…
Must-See LGBTQ+ and Feminist Films
Though there are some independent and big screen films that depict LGBTQ+ relationships and identities, or explore feminist ideas, we’ve…
Same-Sex Couple Sues US State Department for Denying Their Daughter Citizenship
A same-sex couple in Maryland has filed a lawsuit against the US State Department with the help of LAMBDA Legal,…
UK Pardons Those Convicted of “Gay Crimes”
The United Kingdom has just expanded Turing’s Law, a measure that seeks to pardon LGBTQ people who were convicted of…
110 Cities Achieve Perfect 100 Score in HRC’s Equality Index
On the state level, 2021 has been a devastating year for the LGBTQ community, with numerous bigoted laws being passed…
Lavender Graduation Ceremonies Celebrate LGBTQ Graduates
As we get closer to graduation season next month, numerous LGBTQ students will be attending their graduations. Some, however, might…
Guatemala is Enacting Anti-Women and Anti-LGBTQ Laws
Guatemala has just pushed forward an alarming array of anti-women and anti-LGBTQ laws. Passed by the nation’s congress, the new…
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…
U.S. Drops Uganda And Other Nations From Trade Pact Due to Anti-LGBTQ Laws
President Joe Biden dropped Uganda and three other African countries from a major trade pact on Monday due to “gross…
Namibia Decriminalizes Same-Sex Relationships
As much of Africa remains staunchly opposed to allowing same-sex couples the rights afforded to straight couples, Namibia has recently…
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…
Paris 2024 Olympics to Exclude Transgender Women
Despite organizers saying the Paris 2024 Olympics will be the most open and inclusive yet, the games still have rules…
Supreme Court Rules Firing Workers for Being LGBTQ is illegal
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled on Monday that federal law prohibits discrimination against workers for being LGBTQ. The ruling affirms…
Texas Judge Says Religious “Freedom” Trumps LGBTQ Healthcare
The Campaign for Southern Equality has released a statement about the latest attack on LGBTQ rights in Texas. Read it,…
Rainbow Wave Elects Hundreds of LGBTQ Candidates
A record number of LGBTQ politicians have won their races in the November midterm elections, making U.S. history. This year…
Taiwan Grants Same-Sex Couples the Right to Adoption
Taiwan has asserted its status as one of Asia’s most progressive countries after granting same-sex couples the right to adopt…
How The Stonewall Area Became a National Monument
We’ve all heard the story of those pivotal events that took place at a New York City gay bar in…