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The Dinah, celebrating over three decades of queer inclusivity, showcases a transformative five-day event that highlights the power of unity, acceptance, and the joy of collective celebration.
"For queer individuals, particularly those of color, navigating a world where violence can erupt at any moment is a harsh reality," writes Gabriella Rodriguez.
Explore the profound impact of colonial legacies on LGBTQ+ identities, revealing the urgent need for decolonization and reclamation of languages that reaffirm our identities across cultures.
"This isn’t about politics or policy. It’s about recognizing—or rejecting—the humanity of LGBTQ+ and other asylum seekers," Immigration Equality board member Ilon Rincon Portas writes in an op-ed for The Advocate.
Millions of parents still think children hearing "gay" or "LGBTQ" will "convert" them. Why does that unlikely outcome terrify them to the core?
Jewish queer students face rising antisemitism and anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric, writes Rachael Fried. Creating supportive and inclusive spaces is urgent now more than ever.
Young people may perceive "queer" as a more fluid identity than gay or lesbian, say researchers at the Williams Institute.
The cast of the breakout rom-com of the summer discusses what the sexually free queer enclave The Pines means to them in an exclusive featurette.
Outright International's Maria Sjödin on honoring the brave activists worldwide who fight for LGBTQ+ rights during and beyond Pride Month. How can we support these courageous heroes in their quest for equality?
The authorities deny that it was a raid, but bar owners, managers, and patrons are asking what else to call it.
When Byrne came out as trans, the piece of her that was anxious went away, and life went from "blurry to technicolor." Finally, she was able to fully develop her songwriting.
The actor also posted a series of photos with his partner, Nicholas Ashe, to showcase #BlackQueerLove.
We're living in scary, divisive times. But we have much to be proud of, writes Roberta Sklar.
Director Todd Stephens and actor Udo Kier pay homage to hairdresser and gay bar owner Pat Pitsenbarger.
Spirit Day, a day to support LGBTQ+ youth, is also a day to fight racism and other forms of oppression that queer people live under.
Humorist David Sedaris took an unfunny dig at a word that has a history of embracing meaningfulness, inclusion, and positivity.
BenDeLaCreme, Alaska, and Peppermint tell The Advocate about getting Gen Z to vote – even if it's not for president – through their historic political action committee.
Series star Jeff Hiller hopes the show’s message about finding community will resonate for years to come, as one of the best shows on TV calls it quits.
