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Philly Pride 2026 organizers spark backlash in LGBTQ community for moving the event and charging to get in
2+ hour, 12+ min ago (1028+ words) Organizers say they want to meet the political moment, while critics are worried about accessibility of the annual Pride festival. Philadelphia Pride festivities are undergoing two major changes this year: The festival will be held at Eakins Oval, not the…...
Philly Pride 2026 is getting a brand new arts festival and a new route
3+ week, 4+ day ago (464+ words) Come June, the city's Pride celebration will see two exciting changes, in line with the city's grand semiquincentennial plans Big news for everyone gearing up to celebrate Philly Pride this year. The parade route will move to the Benjamin Franklin…...
What the Supreme Court's ruling on Colorado's conversion therapy ban could mean for Pa. and N. J.
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (67+ words) Conversion therapy" refers to a range of discredited practices that critics say are dangerous." The practice seeks to change someone's sexual orientation or gender identity. What the Supreme Court's ruling on Colorado's conversion therapy ban could mean for Pa. and…...
Trump administration terminates agreements to protect transgender students in several schools
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (616+ words) The Education Department ended civil rights settlements with five school districts and a college. WASHINGTON " The Education Department said Monday it has terminated agreements with five school districts and a college aimed at upholding protections for transgender students, backing away…...
Lincoln shouldn't have cancelled a visit by Ghana's president over his LGBTQ+ views | Jonathan Zimmerman
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (752+ words) John Mahama supports a measure in his country that would criminalize LGBTQ+ people. Disinviting him was a missed opportunity to have a dialogue about equality, fairness, and homophobia. Several years ago, I taught a summer course for American students in…...
Lincoln University cancels honorary degree for president of Ghana over "anti-gay" legislation, embassy says
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (512+ words) Lincoln declined comment on the specific reason for canceling the Ghana president's visit, only citing "unforeseen circumstances." Lincoln University has withdrawn plans to issue an honorary degree to the president of Ghana citing concerns about so-called "anti-gay" legislation before the…...
William Way will demolish its historic LGBT Community Center and construct a building with affordable apartments
2+ mon, 4+ day ago (897+ words) Plans have become clear after months of confusion over the building's future. After months of varying reports about the future of the William Way LGBT Community Center's headquarters in Philadelphia, a firm plan is finally emerging. The 176-year-old building at…...
Mayor Cherelle Parker has appointed former prosecutor Tito Valdes to be Philly's director of LGBTQ+ affairs
2+ mon, 5+ day ago (641+ words) Valdes is the third person to hold the role under Parker's administration, which began in January 2024. Mayor Cherelle L. Parker this week appointed former prosecutor Tito Valdes as Philadelphia's new director of LGBTQ+ affairs. Valdes, who graduated from Pennsylvania State University…...
Philadelphia opens new LGBTQ+ visitor center, one of few in country
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (330+ words) Located at 1130 Locust, the center offers visitor services, including itinerary planning and travel information with a focus on LGBTQ+-affirming destinations. It is a simple, sleek storefront in the Gayborhood. And it is now a welcoming spot. On Wednesday, Gov....
Trump administration takes down a rainbow flag at the Stonewall National Monument
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (512+ words) The Trump administration has stopped flying a rainbow flag at the Stonewall National Monument NEW YORK " The Trump administration has stopped flying a rainbow flag at the Stonewall National Monument, angering activists who see the change as a symbolic swipe…...