Creator of the trans flag is fleeing U.S. due to LGBTQ+ persecution
Monica Helms and her wife, Darlene Wagner, have launched a fundraiser to facilitate their move abroad.
September 5, 2025
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Trans Flag Creator: 'Visibility = Credibility'
Stop hiding, at least for today, writes Monica Helms.
March 31, 2019
Creator of Transgender Flag: 'I Fear for Our Youth'
Even with her concern, Monica Helms finds cause for optimism during Transgender Awareness Week.
November 17, 2022
Military Veterans Who Transition Victimized by Discrimination
More than one third of military veterans who currently identify as transgender have experienced discrimination of some form because of their gender identity, according to a study conducted by the Transgender American Veterans Association.
August 22, 2008
Your NYC WorldPride Calendar of Events Is Here
"Siri, put the rally on my calendar for... "
June 12, 2019
Discover the origins and meanings of these 36 Pride flags
Confused? Our comprehensive Pride flag list will help you understand the importance of queer flagging.
June 1, 2023
The Smithsonian's Queer Collection
Our nation's history is more fully explored in the new acquisition of objects of LGBT significance.
November 12, 2014
PHOTOS: Your 99 Transgender History Lessons
We got 99 problems, but finding our trans roots isn't one -- thanks to a new exhibit from the Museum of Transgender Hirstory & Art and the ONE National Gay & Lesbian Archives.
March 24, 2015
Trans service members have always been part of U.S. history
Across centuries of wars, bans, and battles for recognition, trans military members have answered the call. Now they're fighting for their right to do so.
November 3, 2025
Provincetown-Set 'Hightown' Is Queer, Sexy Noir in Exclusive Teaser
Chicago Fire's Monica Raymund is a lesbian fisheries agent grappling with addiction while also trying to track down a killer in the Starz series set in the LGBTQ mecca.Â
April 23, 2020
Sarah Paulson and Elle Fanning to Star in Psychological Drama 'I Am Sybil'
The film will be based on a famous case of dissociative identity disorder.
June 7, 2023
Hightown's Monica Raymund on Playing a Fully-Realized Lesbian Lead
The out star of STARZ's new series set in Provincetown chats with The Advocate about playing a woman grappling with addiction who is also trying to solve a murder.Â
May 22, 2020
Considering the COVID-19 Outbreak With President Hillary Clinton
A new documentary on Clinton's incredible life demonstrates how much America is needlessly suffering right now.
March 16, 2020
MAGA money and manpower running Trump’s military parade create a sickening spectacle of shame
Opinion: Soldiers will be exploited and used by MAGA as stagecraft for a wannabe dictator who used five deferments to dodge service, writes John Casey.
June 14, 2025
'Hightown's Monica Raymund Changes Queer Latinx Rep Behind the Camera
The neo-noir series set in P-town, which just kicked off its second season, centers an unapologetic lesbian lead.
October 19, 2021
25 LGBTQ+ Coming-of-Age Films Charting the Teen Years
LGBTQ+ coming-of-age films from But I'm a Cheerleader to Moonlight help us remember that coming into a queer identity is a journey.
August 31, 2022
The 25 best queer TV shows of the century so far ranked
From Queer as Folk to Transparent to Baby Reindeer, the first 25 years of the 21st century have witnessed a sea change in LGBTQ+ TV series including game-changing moments like Michaela Jae Rodriguez becoming the first trans actor to win a Golden Globe.
January 3, 2025
Our 18 Favorite Films at Outfest
This year's Outfest features more than 150 films. The Advocate has chosen 18 of our favorites.
July 11, 2013