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Two gay men publicly caned in Indonesia after being caught kissing
World

Two gay men publicly caned in Indonesia after being caught kissing

Two men were caned under Aceh's law prohibiting same-sex sexual relations even though they weren't caught having sex.

Brussels Belgium protest sign showing Russian President Vladimir Putin in drag makeup against a rainbow another says gay rights human rights during protest against the detention of gay men in concentration camps in Chechnya
Politics

Bipartisan bill looks to sanction foreign officials who attack LGBTQ+ human rights

The Global Respect Act would allow sanctions against those who commit human rights violations against LGBTQ+ people.

Los Angeles California United States 2022 Police investigate a shooting on Melrose Avenue in the historic Fairfax District
Crime

Anti-LGBTQ+ attacks on the rise in Los Angeles: report

Sexual orientation incidents rose 24 percent to 148 reported incidents in just one year, according to a new report out of Los Angeles County.

World Humanitarian Day nepal earthquake cleanup
Voices

Key considerations for supporting LGBTQ+ communities in humanitarian crises

In times of crisis, LGBTQ+ communities are often overlooked and left behind. The call for upholding LGBTQ+ rights in humanitarian responses is a vital priority.

​Steven Kabuye Ugandan LGBTQ activist stabbed escape arrives Canada Toronto Pearson International Airport
News

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.

Abolish ICE signs Anti Trump Immigration Policy Rally Armstrong Park New Orleans Transgender Latina woman Arely Westley Robert F Kennedy Human Rights Award winner
News

Trans Latina woman fighting to shut down ICE facilities honored with human rights award

Arely Westley, this year's recipient of the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Award, tells The Advocate about this "crucial moment" in time for queer and immigrant communities.