Canberra
ACT passes Variation in Sex Characteristics Bill
The ACT Assembly has passed legislation to protect intersex human rights.
Canberra
CBR Pride Month Shoot 2023
For the second year, photographer Nathan J Lester celebrated Pride Month with a photoshoot outside Parliament House. While the day was about fun, pride, meeting friends and connecting with the queer community, Nathan says the shoot also helps draw attention to the LGBTIQ+ community and shows their message is ‘Loud and Proud’.
Australia
What can we learn from the marriage equality vote, and what might happen with Parliament the Voice debate?
How will you vote? This article delves into what we can learn from the marriage equality vote and about supporting First Nations people during the Voice debate. Studies show that exposure to negative messaging can lead to greater levels of stress, depression and anxiety.
Canberra
Ride with Pride, Canberra Trams go Rainbow!
Happy Pride! Everyone is welcome on-board the Light Rail!
Uganda
Uganda’s anti-homosexuality law based on hate
The Ugandan president has signed an anti-LGBTQ+ law which includes the death penalty for same-sex acts. This hateful law is a significant and dangerous move.
Canberra
GlitterBox a party for the LGBTQIA+ community
A party for the LGBTQIA+ community, BIPOC lovelies, and our friends! Dancing, Sick Beats and Performance Art in a safe space! GlitterBox is all about freedom, love and kindness and self-expression!
Nairobi
A new wave of anger against the LGBTIQ+ community
The Kenyan supreme court recently struck down a government decision to ban the registration of an LGBTIQ+ community rights organisation, sparking new homophobic rhetoric in the country. Kenya is one of 32 African countries that criminalises homosexuality. Those who identify as part of the LGBTIQ+ community are often discriminated against, harassed and assaulted. Lise Woensdregt and Naomi van Stapele, who have researched queer experiences in Kenya for nine years, explain the impact of this ruling.
Melbourne
Drag storytime cancelled in Melbourne after threats
The popular event featuring drag queens reading books to children has been cancelled after receiving violent threats.
World
The tide against LGBTIQ+ communities is gaining momentum again
We must all speak out to stop anti-LGBTIQ+ legislation, which is once again rearing its ugly and hateful head.