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A queer pro-Palestine protester was shoved by a police officer. Now she's been charged (exclusive)

The protester shoved by an Orlando police officer in a viral clip tells The Advocate what happened at the Queers for Palestine rally, and what comes next.

This gay man had to flee Ghana after a violent attack. He’s finally been granted asylum

"What I really want the world to know is that [queer Ghanaians] have no life, they have no voice,” Mr. B, who was recently granted asylum, told The Advocate.


Former executive director of Black trans nonprofit charged with stealing nearly $100,000

Dominique Morgan, 42, was indicted on one count of second-degree grand larceny and 23 counts of first-degree falsifying business records during her time as executive director of the OKRA Project.

5 Ways to Support Protesters of Police Brutality Against Black People

Protesting is one way to support those fighting on the frontlines. But that's just the beginning. 

Lil Nas X's New Video Is More Than a Homoerotic Prison Romp

The new pop king is always two steps ahead.

Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin Dead at 76

The music legend was not only a role model, but an ally.

Post-SCOTUS Ruling, We Must Still Fight for LGBTQ Title IX Protections

On Title IX Day, don't forget about the trans students Betsy DeVos is taking aim at.

For trans people reliant on federal programs, this election could change everything

Experts, providers, elected officials, and people with lived experience discuss how election outcomes — up and down the ballot — might impact gender-affirming care in Pittsburgh and beyond.

Joey Pollari's Album 'About Men' Is About 'Queer Loving and Seeing'

The gay Love, Simon actor discusses his turn to music and his first single and music video, "Fickle."

Big Mouth's Brandon Kyle Goodman on Nonbinary Representation

Nonbinary writer and advocate Brandon Kyle Goodman adds purpose to his punch lines.

How Chase Strangio Became the Face of the Legal Battle for Trans Rights

Over the past decade, the ACLU lawyer has been mounting an all-angles 24/7 defense of LGBTQ+ rights.

Baltimore Trans Woman Arrested During Riots, Held With Men

Deairra Venable was allegedly harassed by police, forced to wear a revealing shirt, required to pay an outsized bail amount, and is currently being denied medically necessary healthcare.

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Who Bailed Out Gay Republican Rep. George Santos?

The identites of those who helped the embattled gay lawmaker post bail after he was charged with several crimes had been sealed.

UK Officials Say Gay Kenyan Rugby Player Could Still Be Deported

The Bristol Bisons athlete has lived in the United Kingdom more than nine years.

Nonbinary BLM Activist Killed, One Injured, By Crazed Highway Driver

A graphic video shows protesters happily dancing before a driver speeds through the crowd. 

Palm Springs LGBTQ+ group's CEO accused of stealing nearly $1 million in public funds

Jacob Rostovsky, CEO of Queer Works, is charged with grand theft, misappropriation of public funds, insurance fraud, perjury, and money laundering. He has pleaded not guilty.

Martin Shkreli Ordered to Jail for Asking Followers to Yank Hillary Clinton's Hair

The "Pharma Bro" was out on $5 million bail until a judge revoked it over his Facebook post.

Catholic Priest Arrested for Funneling Parish Money to Men on Grindr

The monsignor also is accused of using the money to pay for a beach house at the Jersey Shore. 

Bisexual College Student Shot Dead in Front of His Home

The shooting is being labeled a hate crime.

First LGBT Ugandans to Face Trial for Gay Sex

Two LGBT Ugandans will face a first-of-its-kind trial for violating a colonial-era penal code that prohibits 'carnal knowledge against the order of nature.'

Candidate for Illinois Gov. Runs Transphobic, Racist, Sexist Ad

Republican Jeanne Ives's ad features a caricatured "transgender" person (pictured), among other offensive portrayals.