#queer-identity
#queer-identity

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LGBT

Knowing Themselves Helps LGBTQ+ Teens Thrive

3 hours ago

Non-profit organizations

LGBTQ+ immigrant organization returns grant money to Boston after media firestorm, death threats

Film

Coming out goes off the rails in this taboo thriller that pushed the boundaries of queer Asian cinema - Queerty

Fundraising

Denver's only lesbian bar is in crisis. The community is stepping in

Mental health

Beyond Inclusion: Liberating LGBTQ+ Athletes

LGBTQ+ athletes face unique stressors that impact their performance and well-being due to the need to manage their identities in sports environments.

STEM can be a hostile place for queer kids. Rainbow Robotics is changing the game. - LGBTQ Nation

Queer students often face exclusion in STEM, but initiatives like Rainbow Robotics are fostering inclusion and acceptance in these spaces.

8 hours ago

Knowing Themselves Helps LGBTQ+ Teens Thrive

Higher self-esteem in LGBTQ+ teens helps manage anxiety during high school transitions, while openness among cisgender peers improves social well-being.

Non-profit organizations

3 hours ago

LGBTQ+ immigrant organization returns grant money to Boston after media firestorm, death threats

The Wu administration rejected funding for OUTnewcomers, stating it did not align with intended use, leading to the organization's decision to return the funds.

Film

Coming out goes off the rails in this taboo thriller that pushed the boundaries of queer Asian cinema - Queerty

Ethan Mao portrays the intense struggles of a queer Asian youth facing family rejection and the complexities of identity and revenge.

Fundraising

Denver's only lesbian bar is in crisis. The community is stepping in

The Pearl, Denver's only lesbian bar, is fighting closure with community support raising over $80,000 to cover expenses.

Mental health

Beyond Inclusion: Liberating LGBTQ+ Athletes

LGBTQ+ athletes face unique stressors that impact their performance and well-being due to the need to manage their identities in sports environments.

STEM can be a hostile place for queer kids. Rainbow Robotics is changing the game. - LGBTQ Nation

Queer students often face exclusion in STEM, but initiatives like Rainbow Robotics are fostering inclusion and acceptance in these spaces.

A gay bar kicked out a wheelchair user as a "fire risk." Her response forced the bar to make amends. - LGBTQ Nation

Club Tropicana in Manchester apologized to Maddie Haining after discriminating against her as a wheelchair user, violating U.K. disability access laws.

Television

2 hours ago

WATCH: New indie comedy aims to be Sex And The City but gay(er) - Queerty

The new series features a group of friends navigating life, love, and creativity through a podcast format, reminiscent of 'Sex And The City.'

#transgender-rights

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

4 hours ago

NYC LGBT

Republican attempt to erase trans women could derail long-awaited Smithsonian museum

Higher education

Colleges Must Be Inclusive of Transgender Athletes (opinion)

Inclusive policies for transgender students in athletics may lead to financial risks for colleges and universities.

fromSlate Magazine

The Right Thinks I Don't Exist. The Left Thinks I'm a Liability. I'm Just Trying to Figure Out How to Live.

Transgender individuals in America face increasing legislative attacks, yet embracing authenticity and gender expansiveness is crucial for survival and fulfillment.

6 days ago

Social justice

Trans woman sues homeless shelter over alleged "threatening" harassment that made her ill - LGBTQ Nation

Boston activists warn of impact from Olympic policy banning trans women, intersex athletes

The IOC's new policy bars transgender women from women's events, reviving controversial sex testing practices and raising concerns among activists.

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Court allows lesbian group appeal to exclude trans women from events

A Federal Court in Australia allowed a trans-exclusionary lesbian group to appeal for a five-year ban on trans women at public events.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

4 hours ago

Republican attempt to erase trans women could derail long-awaited Smithsonian museum

Exclusion of transgender women from the Smithsonian American Women's History Museum faces opposition from the Democratic Women's Caucus and threatens bipartisan support.

Higher education

Colleges Must Be Inclusive of Transgender Athletes (opinion)

Inclusive policies for transgender students in athletics may lead to financial risks for colleges and universities.

fromSlate Magazine

The Right Thinks I Don't Exist. The Left Thinks I'm a Liability. I'm Just Trying to Figure Out How to Live.

Transgender individuals in America face increasing legislative attacks, yet embracing authenticity and gender expansiveness is crucial for survival and fulfillment.

Social justice

6 days ago

Trans woman sues homeless shelter over alleged "threatening" harassment that made her ill - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender staffer is suing a Michigan homeless shelter for $25,000, alleging harassment and discrimination by colleagues and management's negligence.

Boston activists warn of impact from Olympic policy banning trans women, intersex athletes

The IOC's new policy bars transgender women from women's events, reviving controversial sex testing practices and raising concerns among activists.

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fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

Court allows lesbian group appeal to exclude trans women from events

A Federal Court in Australia allowed a trans-exclusionary lesbian group to appeal for a five-year ban on trans women at public events.

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London politics

8 hours ago

The absurd story of the UK lesbianism ban that never was - and why it was scrapped

In 1921, British lawmakers considered criminalizing lesbianism but ultimately rejected the idea, fearing it would increase lesbian identities.

Brooklyn

fromGay City News

2 hours ago

30 years of Brooklyn Pride: How the borough's twilight march became a Fifth Avenue tradition

Brooklyn Pride began in 1997, initiated by local residents to establish a major Pride event in the borough.

#lgbtqia

Podcast

I was dropped from a faith podcast for being queer

fromGothamist

LGBT

NYC's LGBTQIA+ office leader poised to tackle 'entrenched disparities'

Podcast

I was dropped from a faith podcast for being queer

An ordained queer minister faced cancellation from a podcast due to conflicting views on LGBTQIA+ topics, highlighting the need for awareness in faith spaces.

fromGothamist

NYC's LGBTQIA+ office leader poised to tackle 'entrenched disparities'

New York City opens its first office for LGBTQIA+ Affairs, led by civil rights attorney Taylor Brown, the highest-ranking openly trans person in city government.

Madonna's new song has gays losing it... if they can find it - Queerty

Madonna's new song 'I Feel So Free' premiered exclusively on iHeartRadio, creating excitement within the LGBTQ+ community despite its absence on streaming services.

Independent films

fromKqed

23 hours ago

What is 'Trans New Weird'? An Emerging Film Genre Screens at YBCA

Both Poison and The People's Joker challenge traditional narrative forms while addressing contemporary social issues through innovative storytelling.

US news

fromwww.npr.org

14 hours ago

Families left reeling after hospitals in blue states drop transgender care for youth

Access to gender-affirming treatment can be limited even in supportive states due to individual hospital policies.

Relationships

What Happens When a Couple Opens Their Relationship?

1 in 5 adults have experienced a sexually open relationship, with increased sexual satisfaction reported.

fromIndependent

19 hours ago

An Irish Goodbye... from Phuket: 'I feel like Thailand is one of the best countries in the world to live in as a gay woman'

Victoria St Leger transitioned from teaching in Ireland to exploring opportunities abroad, realizing the excitement of life in different countries.

fromFuncheap

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Women Crossing/ Liminality

E4TT explores women's immigration and identity in a multimedia chamber music concert featuring new works by Juhi Bansal, Vivian Fung, and Pamela Z, among others.

Berlin music

What happens when LGBTQ+ couples get a divorce - finances and rights explained

Divorce for LGBTQ+ couples is legally the same as for heterosexual couples, thanks to the introduction of no-fault divorce under the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020. This change has made the process less acrimonious, allowing couples to confirm that their marriage has irretrievably broken down without the need for blame.

Law

Washington DC

Advocate newsletter 4/14/26

Donald Trump awkwardly attempted to engage a DoorDash driver on trans women in sports during a photo-op.

UK politics

fromwww.bbc.com

Single-sex space guidance for organisations to be published after May elections

The government will publish new guidance on single-sex spaces after elections on May 7, based on biological sex definitions.

Privacy technologies

4 days ago

LGBTQ+ groups warn Meta's facial recognition smartglasses could harm queers & abuse victims - LGBTQ Nation

A coalition of over 70 activist groups urges Meta to halt its facial recognition feature on smartglasses due to privacy and safety concerns.

#lesbian-visibility-week

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10 hours ago

Seven fabulous sapphic events to celebrate Lesbian Visibility Week

Lesbian Visibility Week in the UK features various events celebrating and raising awareness of lesbian women and non-binary individuals.

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9 hours ago

10 out and proud sapphic celebs you need to know about this Lesbian Visibility Week

Lesbian Visibility Week celebrates prominent lesbian figures who proudly represent the community and reclaim the term 'lesbian'.

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

10 hours ago

Seven fabulous sapphic events to celebrate Lesbian Visibility Week

Lesbian Visibility Week in the UK features various events celebrating and raising awareness of lesbian women and non-binary individuals.

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

9 hours ago

10 out and proud sapphic celebs you need to know about this Lesbian Visibility Week

Lesbian Visibility Week celebrates prominent lesbian figures who proudly represent the community and reclaim the term 'lesbian'.

more#lesbian-visibility-week

#lgbtq-rights

NYC LGBT

Time just released its 100 Most Influential People for 2026. LGBTQ+ people appeared throughout. - LGBTQ Nation

fromTime Out New York

NYC LGBT

After a long saga, the Pride flag is finally back at Stonewall

LGBT

This LGBTQ+ leader wants the movement to be built on 3 pillars. Here's what they are. - LGBTQ Nation

LGBT

"We are literally just people": A trans man wonders how his mere existence can be seen as a threat - LGBTQ Nation

Time just released its 100 Most Influential People for 2026. LGBTQ+ people appeared throughout. - LGBTQ Nation

Shannon Minter, a prominent transgender civil rights attorney, is recognized for his influential work in challenging anti-trans policies.

fromTime Out New York

After a long saga, the Pride flag is finally back at Stonewall

The rainbow flag will permanently return to the Stonewall National Monument after a legal settlement.

LGBT

This LGBTQ+ leader wants the movement to be built on 3 pillars. Here's what they are. - LGBTQ Nation

LGBT

"We are literally just people": A trans man wonders how his mere existence can be seen as a threat - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ youth say prisons and policing fail hate crime victims. Now what?

Communities are urged to adopt non-punitive, community-based solutions to address violence, particularly for marginalized groups like LGBTQ+ individuals.

Relationships

8 months ago

What is a pillow princess & how do you know if you are one? - Queerty

Pillow princesses prefer receiving in bed, not necessarily indicating laziness, but rather personal preference in sexual dynamics.

Higher education

One of higher ed's most LGBTQ-inclusive colleges is shutting down

Hampshire College will close due to persistent financial challenges and declining enrollment.

fromwww.bbc.com

18 hours ago

Trans woman leaves role with women's health charity

A trans woman resigned from a women's health charity amid criticism regarding her role and its implications for women's health advocacy.

fromwww.bbc.com

Drag queen: 'I'll be bringing joy on marathon day'

My grandma was my biggest cheerleader to get to do this for her and to raise awareness and to help find a cure is just the most incredible feeling.

London politics

NYC Pride grand marshal Peppermint says this year's focus must include trans people's humanity

Peppermint will serve as grand marshal for the 2026 NYC Pride March amid rising anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and cultural backlash.

Social justice

fromwww.theguardian.com

One year on: how landmark ruling on single-sex spaces has changed lives

The supreme court ruled that the legal definition of a woman is based on biological sex, impacting access to women-only services.

LGBTQ+ people have always made history. But students are only just starting to learn that. - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ individuals have historically been invisible in American education, but recent shifts aim to include their narratives in curricula.

Philz to leave Pride flags up, after all

Philz Coffee will keep its rainbow flags after public backlash and CEO's apology for the initial decision to remove them.

1 hour ago

Philz Coffee suddenly retreats from Pride flag ban after employee & community outcry - LGBTQ Nation

Philz Coffee CEO reversed a decision to remove Pride flags after backlash from employees and the LGBTQ+ community.

fromThe Mercury News

6 hours ago

Philz to leave Pride flags up, after all

Philz Coffee will keep its rainbow flags after public backlash and CEO's apology for the initial decision to remove them.

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

1 hour ago

Philz Coffee suddenly retreats from Pride flag ban after employee & community outcry - LGBTQ Nation

Philz Coffee CEO reversed a decision to remove Pride flags after backlash from employees and the LGBTQ+ community.

Caitlyn Jenner whines that her passport now says she's "male" after supporting Trump's reelection - LGBTQ Nation

Caitlyn Jenner discussed her struggles with travel due to Trump's anti-trans policies while expressing continued support for him.

11 hours ago

LGBT

Caitlyn Jenner hit by Trump's passport policy and everyone's saying the same thing

Caitlyn Jenner expresses concern over Trump's passport policy affecting her ability to travel internationally.

5 hours ago

Caitlyn Jenner whines that her passport now says she's "male" after supporting Trump's reelection - LGBTQ Nation

Caitlyn Jenner discussed her struggles with travel due to Trump's anti-trans policies while expressing continued support for him.

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

11 hours ago

Caitlyn Jenner hit by Trump's passport policy and everyone's saying the same thing

Caitlyn Jenner expresses concern over Trump's passport policy affecting her ability to travel internationally.

He came here for safety. America made him fight for it.

Canada's humane refugee program contrasts sharply with the U.S. policy of exclusion and restriction during the same period.

Television

2 weeks ago

The best LGBTQ+ movies & TV shows coming to streaming April 2026 - Queerty

April features numerous queer movies and TV shows premiering across major streaming platforms.

fromwww.theguardian.com

6 hours ago

Let's talk about sex in a world of porn | Letter

Straight male authors should embrace writing about sex, but the urgent conversation on sexual knowledge and pleasure is happening outside of literature.

Relationships

fromSlate Magazine

I Have the Holy Trinity of Sex Problems. I Know What Would Solve Them, but I'm Too Scared to Try.

Exploring sexual orientation can involve complex feelings and societal pressures, especially regarding bisexuality and the fear of judgment.

fromgaycitynews.com

Trump administration restores Rainbow Flag at Stonewall but just halfway up

The Rainbow Flag has been reinstalled at Stonewall National Monument alongside the American Flag and NPS Flag after a legal settlement.

Court rules trans people have right to accurate IDs: "Trans discrimination is sex discrimination" - LGBTQ Nation

Trans residents in Montana can update legal documents to reflect their gender identity, affirming their rights against discrimination.

Spectacle or support? The complicated visibility of trans youth in film & TV - Queerty

Since the 1990s, a largely underground upwelling of trans creativity has helped new trans identities, communities, and political movements come together. Trans Cinema provides an entryway to the wildly diverse and creative cinema made by trans creators, including those who are BIPOC.

LGBT

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13 hours ago

Beyond 'fetish': Why queer women find sanctuary in M/M romance

Male/Male romances provide queer women a joyful, safe space for emotional connection and intimacy, free from societal expectations and anxieties about representation.

4 days ago

Trump admin. caves to LGBTQ+ activists & greenlights flying Pride flag over Stonewall monument - LGBTQ Nation

The Trump administration agreed to allow the Pride flag to fly at the Stonewall National Monument after a lawsuit from LGBTQ+ groups.

#trans-rights

LGBT

Family of trans college student flees Idaho after state passes draconian anti-trans law - LGBTQ Nation

LGBT

Is 2026 still a year of hope for LGBTQ+ people? - LGBTQ Nation

New poll shows why it's important for everyone to speak up in favor of trans rights - LGBTQ Nation

Majority of Americans support trans rights, but polling wording significantly influences public opinion on specific issues like gender-affirming care.

fromwww.lgbtqnation.com

LGBT

"I hope that it isn't too late": Queer folks cling to hope for a brighter, more equal future

Transgender and queer people experienced increased fear, medical access loss, civil-rights undermining, displacement, and precarity during the second Trump administration.

Family of trans college student flees Idaho after state passes draconian anti-trans law - LGBTQ Nation

Idaho's new law criminalizes restroom use for trans individuals, prompting families like the Devitts to leave the state.

Is 2026 still a year of hope for LGBTQ+ people? - LGBTQ Nation

Trans rights have faced significant setbacks in 2023, with multiple states enacting anti-trans legislation and the Supreme Court ruling against protections.

New poll shows why it's important for everyone to speak up in favor of trans rights - LGBTQ Nation

Majority of Americans support trans rights, but polling wording significantly influences public opinion on specific issues like gender-affirming care.

fromwww.lgbtqnation.com

LGBT

"I hope that it isn't too late": Queer folks cling to hope for a brighter, more equal future

Waiting for a hero to save us from Trump & MAGA? Here's where to look... - LGBTQ Nation

Heroes are often flawed mortals, and we must rely on ourselves for change rather than expecting saviors from above.

fromWIRED

13 hours ago

The Influencers Normalizing Not Having Sex

Abstinence from sex is rising among both genders, with young women experiencing a significant increase in celibacy.

He brutally killed his trans girlfriend while she slept. Now he's facing the consequences. - LGBTQ Nation

Deandre Bell was arrested for allegedly murdering Davonta Curtis, a Black transgender woman, with a hammer and stealing her belongings.

2 weeks ago

Freedom of speech can never trump liberation - LGBTQ Nation

A chief tenet of liberation is the freedom to define oneself while being accorded the rights and privileges established and guaranteed under law and social standing.

Social justice

"Let your garden grow!" Gays exclaim their love for body hair - Queerty

Queerty readers overwhelmingly prefer body hair, with many stating that the hairier the better.

Trans dad shares sweet conversation with child about gender: "I decided to grow up to be a boy" - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender dad explains his journey to his child, emphasizing identity and acceptance in a loving conversation.

fromwww.kaltblut-magazine.com

6 days ago

You can't talk the gay away - LGBTQ Nation

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that therapists' speech is protected under the First Amendment, impacting conversion therapy practices.

Photography

They / Them

Non-binary identities remain visually underrepresented in media, and this photo series aims to document authentic non-binary existence through thrifted fashion and personal space.

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

Most asexual people feel less accepted over past year

A majority of asexual individuals report feeling less accepted and visible within the LGBTQ+ community over the past year.

2 weeks ago

Trans people are here to stay, no matter who tries to erase us

Understanding the gender spectrum and dismantling misconceptions about trans identities is crucial for acceptance and recognition of diverse gender experiences.

Compulsory heterosexuality is thwarting pleasure & hindering gender liberation. We can change that. - LGBTQ Nation

Trans women can deconstruct femininity built around male desire and reconstruct authentic womanhood through self-directed pleasure and relationships centered on mutual connection rather than male validation.

Learning to accept herself as a bi, trans woman only took some space... and Pride patches - LGBTQ Nation

Van's journey from hiding her bisexuality to openly embracing her trans identity demonstrates how community support enables self-acceptance and resilience against family disapproval.

Why Queer Clients Need Queer Therapists

Queer and trans clients often experience misunderstanding and pathologization from straight therapists, making queer-identified therapists essential for affirming mental health care.

Supermodel says only women can be bisexual: "Double standards exist for us all" - LGBTQ Nation

Jessica White's statement that bisexuality is acceptable for women but not men sparked controversy and amplified biphobic attitudes, with experts attributing such stigma to toxic masculinity and rigid gender expectations.

fromThe Atlantic

In Defense of Effeminate Gay Boys

Gender nonconformity in boys is a natural male variation, not an indicator of being female, and conflating the two undermines acceptance of diverse expressions of masculinity.

fromPUNCH