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My Life as an Intersex Activist

In April 2016, Santiago D'Almeida Ferreira was one of more than 40 intersex activists and allies gathered in Budapest for IGLYO's I Have Rights intersex study session. As one of the first out intersex people in Portugal, Santi is a pioneer in the field. As told to Kay Cairns.

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The North Face faces conservative boycott for sponsoring a queer summer camp (exclusive)

LGBTQ+ summer camp Brave Trails gave The Advocate its response to the backlash, maintaining that "the negative words from these hate groups won't stop the important work we do."

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Hundreds of gay men evicted from Dallas hotel after AKA Sorority members complained about their attire

Cultures collided at the downtown Crowne Plaza that was hosting the Daddyland circuit party and a sorority convention, leaving one group on the street.

World

Cuban Church Protests Support For Gay Rights

Cuba's Roman Catholic Church on Tuesday protested the communist government's growing support of gay rights, including a daylong event raising awareness against homophobia and a law allowing sex-change operations. ''Respect for the homosexual person, yes,'' said an editorial in Palabra Nueva, the monthly magazine of the archdiocese of Havana. ''Promotion of homosexuality, no.''

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X likely profited from promoted post calling for LGBTQ+ death penalty

X reportedly received between $10 and $2,500 to promote a post calling for LGBTQ+ people to receive the death penalty.

LGBTQ+ Professionals Fear New Laws Could Jeopardize Their Careers: Report

As many queer people escape GOP-led state legislatures passing anti-LGBTQ+ bills, a new report indicates LGBTQ+ professionals worry about what their professional life holds.

The Secrets of Advertising Sassy Ways to Target Gays

My Life as an Intersex Activist

In April 2016, Santiago D'Almeida Ferreira was one of more than 40 intersex activists and allies gathered in Budapest for IGLYO's I Have Rights intersex study session. As one of the first out intersex people in Portugal, Santi is a pioneer in the field. As told to Kay Cairns.

New Social Media Campaign Aimed at Four State Marriage Votes

"It's Facebook and Twitter meets Rock the Vote for marriage equality," say creators of the campaign targeting the young and the connected.

The North Face faces conservative boycott for sponsoring a queer summer camp (exclusive)

LGBTQ+ summer camp Brave Trails gave The Advocate its response to the backlash, maintaining that "the negative words from these hate groups won't stop the important work we do."

Why Are Antigay Ads Running Before LGBT Videos on YouTube?

Some viewers clicking on coming out videos are being forced to watch ads about how sinful gay sex is.

Hundreds of gay men evicted from Dallas hotel after AKA Sorority members complained about their attire

Cultures collided at the downtown Crowne Plaza that was hosting the Daddyland circuit party and a sorority convention, leaving one group on the street.

'Don't Say Gay' Law Fuels Anti-LGBTQ+ Bigotry Online: Report

Social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook stood idly by and allowed right-wing users to attack LGBTQ+ people as "groomers."

Television Jamaica Rejects Gay PSA

GoFundMe Shuts Down Fundraiser for Homophobic Rugby Player

Israel Folau wanted $3 million to challenge his termination by Rugby Australia.

Paid Leave Is an LGBTQ Issue

We're here to thrive, not just survive, writes activist Bri Barnett.

N.J. Firefighter Promoted After Harassment Case

Helen Mirren Tells Off Group Promoting LGBT Festival

The star, in full Queen Elizabeth II garb, explodes at drummers promoting a queer festival in London.

Anderson Cooper Reports on Sissy Boy Therapy

CNN's AC360 explores the tragic consequences of the experimental "ex-gay" therapy promoted by discredited psychologist George Rekers.

Diaz Slams Gov for Marriage Campaign

Buju Banton charged with gay bashing

Controversial reggae artist Buju Banton is out on bail after being charged with assault on six Jamaican men suspected of being gay. Police allege that Banton was part of a group that barged into a Kingston house on June 24, 2004, and beat the six alleged gay men.

Rekers Rentboy a Dream for Floridas Dems

Rachel Maddow Calls on Media to Ask Mitt Romney About Antigay Donations

Cuban Church Protests Support For Gay Rights

Person of Interest in Hollywood Publicist Murder Kills Himself

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X reportedly received between $10 and $2,500 to promote a post calling for LGBTQ+ people to receive the death penalty.

As many queer people escape GOP-led state legislatures passing anti-LGBTQ+ bills, a new report indicates LGBTQ+ professionals worry about what their professional life holds.

In April 2016, Santiago D'Almeida Ferreira was one of more than 40 intersex activists and allies gathered in Budapest for IGLYO's I Have Rights intersex study session. As one of the first out intersex people in Portugal, Santi is a pioneer in the field. As told to Kay Cairns.

"It's Facebook and Twitter meets Rock the Vote for marriage equality," say creators of the campaign targeting the young and the connected.

LGBTQ+ summer camp Brave Trails gave The Advocate its response to the backlash, maintaining that "the negative words from these hate groups won't stop the important work we do."

Some viewers clicking on coming out videos are being forced to watch ads about how sinful gay sex is.

Cultures collided at the downtown Crowne Plaza that was hosting the Daddyland circuit party and a sorority convention, leaving one group on the street.

Social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook stood idly by and allowed right-wing users to attack LGBTQ+ people as "groomers."

Israel Folau wanted $3 million to challenge his termination by Rugby Australia.

We're here to thrive, not just survive, writes activist Bri Barnett.

The star, in full Queen Elizabeth II garb, explodes at drummers promoting a queer festival in London.

CNN's AC360 explores the tragic consequences of the experimental "ex-gay" therapy promoted by discredited psychologist George Rekers.

Controversial reggae artist Buju Banton is out on bail after being charged with assault on six Jamaican men suspected of being gay. Police allege that Banton was part of a group that barged into a Kingston house on June 24, 2004, and beat the six alleged gay men.