Meet the LGBTQ+ celebrities and activists TIME called the Most Influential People of 2024
From actors to activists, TIME is honoring some of the LGBTQ+ people who have changed the world.
April 17, 2024
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A Ugandan LGBTQ+ activist was stabbed and left for dead in the street. Now, he recounts his escape to Canada
Steven Kabuye had been followed for sometime before two men ambushed him on his morning commute in January. Still recovering, he fled Uganda days later with bandages still on.
April 5, 2024
Frank Mugisha Risks Everything For Silenced Ugandans
The Fighters: Frank Mugisha faces a violently homophobic society, but he works tirelessly to improve the lives of LGBT Ugandans.
July 31, 2014
3 Questions on The Battle for Uganda
Frank Mugisha brings the fight against oppression to America.
May 11, 2015
WATCH: How Jay Z Can Change Antigay Attitudes in Uganda
Prominent Ugandan LGBT rights leader Frank Mugisha has made a call to action for footballers, entertainers, and other celebrities.
March 19, 2015
Gay Ugandan Activist Urges Pope: 'Talk About Acceptance'
Activist Frank Mugisha is asking Pope Francis to address LGBT issues during his visit to the African nation.
November 27, 2015
Ugandan LGBT Leader: 'Kill The Gays' Bill Could Soon Die
Frank Mugisha, executive director of Sexual Minorities Uganda, told reporters on a conference call that Uganda's parliament could close out its session tomorrow, without a vote on the controversial "Anti-Homosexuality Bill."
December 13, 2012
Ugandan Presidential Candidate Comes Out Against Homophobia
In the fiercely homophobic country, former Prime Minister Amama Mbabazi offers hope.
July 22, 2015
Ugandan Parliament Takes a Break But Could Soon Be Back At It
The Parliament will resume in January, when it could once again consider the "Anti-Homosexuality Bill"
December 14, 2012
All Eyes on Uganda
Activists and governments around the world are urging the African country's legislature not to approve a bill that would imprison or execute gay people and their allies.
May 10, 2011
Ugandan Queer Men Freed on Bail After Mass Arrest
The nation continues to crack down on the LGBTQ+ community.
June 4, 2021
Why Mr. Leather Went to Uganda
Like fetish stars before him, Patrick Smith isn't content to simply be a sex symbol.
September 15, 2015
20 LGBTQ Ugandans Arrested for Allegedly Flouting Social Distancing
Police say the arrestees were violating social distancing orders, but an activist says they were targeted for their identity.
April 1, 2020
See The Results: Who Did You Pick for Our '40 Under 40' Cover?
Everyone on The Advocate's annual list of 40 exemplary people under age 40 has a message we think you should hear. Help us pick who should be on the cover.
August 1, 2014
