Looking for a hero: Acceptance and being a queer Muslim

I worried that religion would be used to justify hate against my community.

African boy band star Chimano comes out, speaks up for gay rights

"Our rights are human rights."

Non-binary drag queen running for Mardi Gras board

The TikTok personality wants to break down barriers to diversity.

Secret sex parties help Zimbabwe sex workers survive pandemic

Sex workers have used creativity to avoid police and maintain their income.

Cardi B could officiate Kal Penn’s dream wedding

The two crossed paths on a flight after Penn publicly came out.

Kenyan advocates form groups to fight for LGBTQ community rights

The organisations have given the community a sense of pride and safety.

Jade Jolie Nazi porn film apology receives mixed reactions

The drag star said she felt “shame and regret”.

Sex workers slam OnlyFans over new policy banning explicit content

The platform is accused of exploiting and abandoning sex workers.

Mixed reactions to apology by rapper DaBaby for homophobic comments

“Fellas, if you ain’t sucking dick in the parking lot, put your cellphone lighter up.”

Social media providing safe spaces for oppressed Kenyan gays

In a conservative society, social media is helping to make life bearable for the queer community.

New queer TikTok drama Scattered showcases Australian talent

The moving and diverse series is available to watch now.

The queerphobic queer aesthetic of social media influencers

There is more to fashion and makeup than the watered-down version acceptable to cishets that is promoted by brands.

ACON video shines light on PrEP for Mandarin-speaking communities

“It’s now easier than ever for everyone to play a role in preventing HIV.”

Brands criticised for ‘hollow’ Pride Month marketing

Members of the community have called many businesses’ efforts ‘pinkwashing’.

Disgraced rugby player Israel Folau attempting amateur comeback

The former Wallaby announced he will sign to an amateur club after he was sacked in 2019 for homophobia.

Australians deride Dutton’s ‘woke agenda’ IDAHOBIT ban

The Defence Minister has responded to the day against anti-LGBTIQ discrimination by banning government morning teas.