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A Ugandan LGBTQ+ activist was stabbed and left for dead in the street. Now, he recounts his escape to Canada

Steven Kabuye had been followed for sometime before two men ambushed him on his morning commute in January. Still recovering, he fled Uganda days later with bandages still on.

Literary Festival Raises Funds for At-Risk LGBTQ+ People Globally

The event by Rainbow Railroad will showcase queer stories and perspectives. 

How You Can Help LGBTQ+ Afghans in Crisis

Numerous organizations could use your support as they help LGBTQ+ people remaining in Afghanistan and those fleeing the country.

State Department's Ned Price on Promoting Global LGBTQ+ Equality

The first out gay man to serve as State Department spokesman talks about diplomacy, strategy, and the power of representation.

15 Pride products from brands that actually give back to the LGBTQ+ community

These brands are putting their money where their mouths are this Pride Month.

HRC Urges Trump and Putin to End Antigay Violence in Chechnya

The Human Rights Campaign sent Trump and Putin a message before their summit -- by projecting it onto the building where the officials were to meet.

Only Greater Political Will Can Save Gay Chechens

Activists are making progress on stopping the atrocities, but governments are moving too slow. Here's what you can do on International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia.

Rainbow Railroad to Biden: Make LGBTQI+ Refugees a Priority

The nonprofit organization is seeking to hold the president to his promises on helping the most marginalized queer people around the world.

Canada's Drag Race Makes Over LGBTQ+ Refugees in Unforgettable Episode

The drag competition shone a spotlight on the lifesaving work of Rainbow Railroad.

Afghanistan’s Gay Men Fear Death as Taliban Judge OKs Stonings

Many in the nation's queer community are attempting to flee as the Taliban resumes control.

Taliban Has ‘Kill List’ of LGBTQ+ People, NGO Claims

News of the list comes only days after a Taliban spokesperson said the group would not recognize LGBTQ+ rights. 

How Vaccine Passports Could Imperil LGBTQ+ Refugees

Queer migrants fleeing violence shouldn't suffer because of the inequal distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine. 

A Gay Reporter Travels to Chechnya to Document the Horror Firsthand

ABC News foreign correspondent James Longman not only reported on the antigay terror in Chechnya, he became part of the story.

GLAAD Media Awards Offers Huge, Diverse List of LGBTQ Nominees

Advances in LGBTQ representation have produced the most nominees ever.

Rainbow Railroad Helps 31 Persecuted Chechen Gay, Bi Men to Safety

Canada has opened its doors to the gay and bi men tortured in Chechnya while Trump remains silent. 

Human Rights Group Hopes to Evacuate Gay Men From Chechnya

A group is hoping to start a "rainbow railroad" from Chechnya to Canada. 

Chechens Find, Threaten Gay Refugee in Canada

A disturbing report has raised concerns over the safety of the men who fled persecution.

Gay Afghan: The Taliban Killed My Boyfriend

The man said the Taliban tracked down and killed his boyfriend shortly after taking Kabul. 

Ugandan Queer Men Freed on Bail After Mass Arrest

The nation continues to crack down on the LGBTQ+ community.

Canada Has Promised to Resettle LGBTQ+ Afghans and Female Judges

Canada previously said it would take in 40,000 Afghan refugees after U.S.-led forces left Afghanistan in August.