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10 lesbian content creators to boost your daily dose of dyke

We've got the lesbians you need and desire.

Op-ed: How to Teach Queer Studies In Alabama

How one teacher brought queer studies (and self-empowerment) to a high school in Birmingham.

Texas A&M's drag ban blocked by federal court as judge cites free 'speech rights'

A student "Draggieland" performance will go on as scheduled March 27.

I asked God for acceptance, but these queer deities answered

Opinion: As spring celebrations unfold, discover how ancient deities can inspire acceptance, resilience, and a profound connection.

Pride Flags Flutter Around the World After Trump Embassy Ban Ends

LGBTQ+ symbols are now flying from Bosnia-Herzegovina to Vatican City.

The U.S. Must Release All LGBTQ+ Immigrants From Detention

The violence of the detention system falls hardest on people already facing persecution and bias because of their sexuality or gender identity.

Jinkx Monsoon & BenDeLaCreme Defend Drag Queens Against Republicans

With an election year looming, the duo is clapping back at the far right.

Trump can't have 'Defying Gravity' or 'holding space,' says queer media's Tracy E. Gilchrist

The viral journalist criticized the White House's use of "Defying Gravity" and "holding space" to celebrate ICE deportations.

Why Queer Characters in Comic Books Matter

Gay indie comic creator Brian Andersen addresses the power and importance of LGBT representation in comic books.

Owning Slurs, Battling Hate: Maricon Collective

With their art, the four gay Latinos behind Maricon Collective are saying to the world, "We exist."

Are You Afraid of Getting Fat Like Me?

In the midst of a global health crisis, your health is about much more than the weight on a scale.

 

Billy Porter: 'I've Gotta Be Me'

The Tony-winning Kinky Boots star chats about the divas who inspired his latest solo album, Billy's Back on Broadway, and how he's hoping to inspire a whole new generation.

Ariana DeBose on how horror flick House of Spoils relates to identity, empowerment, and book bans

Out Oscar winner Ariana DeBose tells The Advocate, "I think there's something [about horror] that allows people to process, and maybe it is the sensation of being scared into it."

This Queer Troupe Is Changing Latin Dance

Meet the women of the In Lak´ech Dance Academy, who are busting gender stereotypes with style.

Breaking barriers: The emergence of T4T partnerships

Opinion: The relationship landscape is shifting dramatically, with a growing number of trans individuals finding solace and empowerment in T4T relationships, writes Taimi's Edward Reese

These Trans Women of Color Will No Longer Accept the Status Quo

Merrique Jenson is bringing together trans women of the Midwest to first commiserate, then conquer.

Global Black Pride comes to Atlanta for 2024

The city will sizzle this summer as the first U.S. city to host the global event.

Can Taylor Swift bring the gays to the yard line?

The world's most famous woman and proud LGBTQ+ ally has brought a dose of estrogen to an institution dripping in toxic masculinity.

Lea DeLaria: LGBT Acronym Divides Community

The Orange Is the New Black star doesn't believe in "LGBTQQTY-whatever-LMNOP." Instead, she hopes more people become comfortable with identifying as queer.