From Taiwan to Botswana, LGBTQ Equality Made Huge Progress in 2019
Many Americans think this year was all about losses, but gains were actually won around the globe.
DECEMBER 30 2019 8:46 AM
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Taiwan
Voters Kill Marriage Equality In Taiwan
Amnesty International called electoral defeats in the recent LGBTQ haven a "bitter blow."
NOVEMBER 26 2018 10:24 AM
Celebrating the Gay Men of Taipei and Marriage Equality
Elska Magazine celebrates Taiwanese marriage equality with a re-edition of Elska Taipei.
MAY 24 2017 6:11 PM
Taiwan McDonald's Coming-Out Ad Goes Viral
A son comes out to his father in an emotional new commercial from the fast-food chain.
MARCH 07 2016 11:07 AM
Taiwan Removes Surgical Barriers to Trans Citizens' Legal Recognition
With Taiwan's celebrated decision, the number of countries worldwide that require proof-of-surgery to change legal gender now drops to 28.
DECEMBER 27 2014 2:10 PM
The Advocates 2024: Taiwanese trailblazer Nymphia Wind
The Drag Race season 16 winner broke new ground as the show's first East Asian winner, and her home country couldn't be prouder.
JUNE 24 2024 10:00 AM
Tens of Thousands Celebrate Taiwan Pride as Marriage Vote Looms
Upcoming referendums will determine the future of LGBTQ equality in the Asian nation.
OCTOBER 28 2018 1:37 PM
Watch an Exclusive Clip of Taiwanese Queer Film 'Alifu, the Prince/ss'
In this powerful film, Alifu is a 25-year-old trans man and the only son of an aboriginal tribal chief.
NOVEMBER 07 2017 4:32 AM
Protests Against Same-sex Marriage Break Out In Taiwan
Protesters oppose an amendment aiming to legalize same-sex marriage in Taipei.
NOVEMBER 17 2016 6:36 PM
Is Taiwan Preparing to Say 'I Do' to Marriage Equality?
Partnership registration in two major cities is purely symbolic, but activists say it sends a message.
JUNE 18 2015 3:27 PM
PHOTOS: Taiwan Pride Is All About Marriage Equality
Tens of thousands of people marched in Taipei at Asia's largest Pride Parade to urge support for a controversial bill on same-sex marriage currently awaiting debate in Taiwan's parliament.
OCTOBER 27 2014 5:27 PM
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ winner Nymphia Wind performs for Taiwan’s outgoing president
President Tsai Ing-wen has been instrumental for the advancement of LGBTQ+ rights in the Asian nation.
MAY 15 2024 3:35 PM
130,000 People Celebrate Pride in Taiwan After 200 Virus-Free Days
In a year full of turbulence, this celebration is a welcome relief.
NOVEMBER 03 2020 5:00 PM
Taiwan Becomes First Asian Country to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage
The island nation has made history not just for the region -- but also the world.
MAY 17 2019 8:00 AM
An Antigay Assault Threatens Marriage Equality in Taiwan
Even though it's settled here, the marriage battle rages on across the globe -- and the movement needs your help, Evan Wolfson writes.
SEPTEMBER 18 2018 12:35 AM
Taiwan Is Asia's Largest Pride, Awaits Marriage Equality
Rainbow flags and glitzy costumes filled the capital of Taipei Saturday as tens of thousands marched.
OCTOBER 29 2017 12:55 PM
Love Wins Again: Marriage Equality in Taiwan
Taiwan shows Asia how to lead the way in LGBT equality.
MARCH 27 2017 2:59 PM
Why There’s Hope for LGBTs in Taiwan
Peter Lee was born and raised in Taiwan in the ’80s to devout Catholic parents. He hid who he was until he met his husband in his 40s, came out, and got married. He hopes that future generations of LGB people won’t have such a struggle.
MAY 03 2016 1:38 AM