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Why LGBTQIA+ inclusion in the workplace is vital: “It cannot be seasonal or symbolic”
7+ hour, 52+ min ago (1045+ words) Braze Account Executive Hannah Collins speaks to myGwork" about her unconventional path from small-town Ohio to tech sales, reflecting on her journey to owning her identity as a lesbian after years of limited LGBTQIA+ visibility. She also shares how Braze…...
New research finds that majority of trans people in UK are impacted by transphobia in the media
6+ day, 12+ hour ago (177+ words) New report by TransActual finds that 99% of trans+ people's mental health or gender dysphoria has been impacted by transphobia in the media." Chay Brown, Director of Operations and for Healthcare at TransActual, writes in the report: "Put simply, trans people…...
New changes to UK asylum system described as “horribly inhumane” for LGBTQIA+ refugees
6+ day, 13+ hour ago (469+ words) LGBTQIA+ campaigners share concerns over significant changes to the UK's asylum system, announced yesterday (2 March) by Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood." Under these new changes, asylum seekers given refugee status in the UK will only be offered temporary protection. This will…...
LGBTQIA+ hate crimes set to become aggravated offences
2+ week, 6+ day ago (314+ words) In a new proposed law, hate crimes which target people on the grounds of their sexuality or gender identity are set to become aggravated offences. This new law will also make hate crimes which target a person's disability an aggravated…...
SCREEN: Here’s what’s queer and coming out in February
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (321+ words) Are you on the hunt for some entertaining shows and films featuring queer characters or talent? Well, you've come to the right place. Coming up we take a look at some exciting releases to have on your radar for February....
Love queer cinema? Don’t miss out on this year’s Iris on the Move
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (368+ words) If you're into queer cinema, you probably can't wait for October to roll around. The prestigious Iris Prize LGBTQ+ Film Festival is returning to Cardiff (12-18 October) for its 20th anniversary. But don't worry, there's lots to look forward to in the…...
Here are the LGBTQIA+ moments from the Emmys 2025 you should know about
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (280+ words) While summer may be a distant memory now, the approach of winter means one thing: award season is here. And the Emmys 2025 certainly knew how to kick off this beloved time of year. So strap in and let's debrief some…...
Trans+ History Week releases new annual workbook
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (292+ words) Ahead of LGBT+ History Month, Trans+ History Week (THW) has launched the 2026 edition of its history workbook. This free toolkit will provide readers with a rich and detailed understanding of different trans+ people and groups from history." Produced by QueerAF,…...
Why has meditation become vital for the LGBTQIA+ community
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (411+ words) In a society that often feels hostile to queer lives, meditation has become an essential tool for many lesbians, bisexual women, transgender people and non-binary people to deal with daily stress, heal identity-based trauma and foster group support. Although meditation…...
5 LGBTQIA+-friendly countries to visit in 2026
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (211+ words) From Toronto's Crews & Tangos and Glad Day Bookshop to Montr'al's Cabaret Mado and Vancouver's The Fountainhead Pub, Canada's queer venues blend nightlife, culture and community. Beyond the cities, Canada delivers breathtaking natural beauty, from the Rocky Mountains to Niagara Falls,…...