Paralympian comes out as gay after medal-winning event
Dimitri Pavade said he is ready to be a leader in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights.
September 9, 2024
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Bisexual student challenges Pope Francis over use of antigay slurs
The bisexual student from the Philippines said the offensive language “leads to immense pain.”
June 22, 2024
Florida Republican threatens legal action after Miami Beach Pride denies him space in parade
The Republican faced angry, disruptive protests when he participated in the Miami Beach Pride Parade last year.
April 5, 2024
Ex-Race Driver Nelson Piquet Fined Nearly $1 million for Homophobic Comments
A clip of the 2021 comments went viral.
March 27, 2023
NBA Player Andrew Wiggins Denies Calling Opponent ‘Gay’
The Minnesota Timberwolves forward later said he had "utmost love and respect for the LGBTQIA community."
January 9, 2019
Banning Menthol Cigarettes Will Save LGBTQ+ Lives
For too long, Big Tobacco has preyed on LGBTQIA+ communities — and now, an FDA rule can help protect our health.
September 11, 2023
The Menthol Diaries: Taking back Pride from tobacco
Coming together to talk about Big Tobacco and the LGBTQIA+ community, employees of equalpride share their experiences with menthol tobacco and their journey to stop smoking.
June 3, 2024
The Menthol Diaries: Taking back Pride from tobacco
Coming together to talk about Big Tobacco and the LGBTQIA+ community, employees of equalpride share their experiences with menthol tobacco and their journey to stop smoking.
January 3, 2023
Trans employee slams Marvel's ‘allies’ Pride series for 'erasing' LGBTQ+ voices (exclusive)
Marvel said it would celebrate Pride this year "by looking beyond those of us in the LGBTQIA+ community and focusing on those who support them: the allies.”
June 7, 2024
A nonbinary Census? American Community Survey tests questions on sexual orientation and gender identity
The latest data collection also tries to use gender-neutral terms throughout.
November 13, 2024
The Battle Over .GAY
A company want to establish the domain suffix .GAY as a community resource for LGBT people and organizations, but internet overlords won't let it.
August 31, 2016
State AGs to Target: We Support You, but You Shouldn't Have Pulled Pride Merch
Fifteen state attorneys general have sent a letter to Target in the wake of anti-LGBTQ+ threats against the retailer.
June 21, 2023
Can Pride Be a Little Less White This Year?
Our community needs to foster inclusivity if we have any chance against Trump's agenda, writes Rev. Irene Monroe.
May 30, 2018
Trump’s election prompts one nonprofit to prioritize scholarships for LGBTQ+ youth in red states
Instead of wilting away, The Dru Project — an organization named in honor of Pulse Nightclub victim Drew Leinonen — is shifting its priorities to serve the most vulnerable LGBTQ+ young people in states where their existence is increasingly difficult.
November 12, 2024
LGBTQ Books Most Challenged in Libraries
The American Library Association's annual report finds a rise in coordinated efforts against books with affirming LGBTQ themes and characters.
April 20, 2020
As a gay veteran and advocate, I know we can't afford another Donald Trump presidency
On the anniversary of the end of Don't Ask, Don't Tell, a Marine Corps veteran speaks on why LGBTQIA+ military families—and the nation—can't afford another Donald Trump presidency.
September 20, 2024
LGBTQ+ People Are Facing Increased Persecution, Violence, Ethiopian Activists Say
Government authorities are raiding venues thought to be LGBTQ-friendly, while social media videos are encouraging violence against queer Ethiopians.
August 12, 2023
Disney Censors Same-Sex Affection in Pixar Films, Employees Say
An open letter to Disney from employees claims the company regularly reduces LGBTQ+ content to "crumbs," despite its pledge to create "a more inclusive world" through inspiring content.
March 10, 2022
Democrats commemorate LGBTQ+ rights movement with Stonewall Day resolutions (exclusive)
The resolutions recognize the legacy of the Stonewall Uprising, which ignited the push for equal rights for queer folks.
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June 21, 2024
Pennsylvania Governor Signs Anti-Conversion Therapy Order
While the order doesn't ban it, it does put a dent in the harmful practice.
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August 16, 2022
Karine Jean-Pierre Hosts ‘The L Word’ Cast & Creator at White House Press Briefing
The White House is marking Lesbian Visibility Week.
April 25, 2023