Finding queer hope in the face of adversity this Mentorship Month
One mentor finds energy and hope in the LGBTQ youth of today.
January 31, 2024
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Memorial Day Lesson: Hate Diminishes the Memory of Our Fallen
Bob Casey fought so that we could have the freedom to be ourselves — including marry who we love, embrace our gender identity, and teach our children acceptance.
May 27, 2023
Our heroes
Whether it was by saving lives or simply living life to its fullest, gay men and lesbians were among the thousands of Americans who, on September 11, showed humanity's true spirit
September 11, 2007
Concrete Hero Participants Say Anyone Can Be a Hero for the Community
This Sunday in Los Angeles will be quite special as Concrete Hero -- The Ultimate Urban Obstacle Challenge -- debuts at L.A. LIVE. But one team member explains why it's especially meaningful for him.
July 10, 2012
Our heroes
Whether it was by saving lives or simply living life to its fullest, gay men and lesbians were among the thousands of Americans who, on September 11, showed humanity's true spirit
October 9, 2001
Holding Out for a Hero
Though pigeonholed as cowards, out gay men may have been battle-tested in ways others can't imagine.
March 16, 2015
Heroes Hall of Fame
Arts & Entertainment
The Greatest LGBT Heroes
On the following pages, read about acts of bravery by LGBT Americans, some of who have shaped the course of history. All came to the aide of another person in imminent danger, including young Allan Fonseca who guided customers to safety during a mall shooting in Oregon. We welcome suggestions for other LGBT people who deserve their own medal of honor; send to newsroom@advocate.com.
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August 5, 2011
HERO's Heroes: White House, Apple, Bernie Sanders
Even with increasingly high-profile support, some pollsters are warning equality supporters to brace for disappointment.
October 30, 2015
The hero inside yourself
Ranting against gay pride excess is so last season. There's plenty to be proud about, starting with the people in your own backyard.
May 11, 2006
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Queer Heroes of America's Territories
Activists and LGBT leaders in the American territories have to work even harder sometimes. Here are just a few leaders leading the good fight.
May 22, 2018
50 States, 50 Heroes
Fifty current queer leaders tell us who their state's LGBT hero is. Who's yours?
May 10, 2017
People of the Year: The Heroes of Pulse
June 12, 2016, was one of the darkest days in LGBT history, and the repercussions will be long felt in American and global politics, gun violence policy, and religious and racial discrimination.
While the survivors heal their bodies, they will continue to tell their stories, determined to shape the post-Pulse world around them for the better.
November 11, 2016
Martin Shkreli Is an American Hero
The pharma CEO, now hit with securities fraud charges, is a potent symbol of corporate greed. Now we need to learn from Shkreli's bad example and reform his industry, writes Kit Williamson.
December 18, 2015
HERO's Defeat: Anatomy of a Losing Campaign
A woman at the center of the Houston storm reveals why the anti-discrimination ordinance failed.
November 11, 2015
Holding Out for a Gay Hero
Are we bucking the cinematic miserable-queers trope at last?
November 27, 2014
Homeless to Hero: Shahera Hyatt
After struggling with housing instability in her adolescence, Shahera Hyatt now serves as one of the lead advisers in California's fight to end youth homelessness.
June 27, 2014
Homeless to Hero: Twiggy Garcon
Today's he's best known as one of New York's preeminent ballroom gatekeepers and has been featured in magazines around the world. But Twiggy Pucci Garcon didn't always have such security.
June 20, 2014