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As anti-drag protests rage, counter-protest is a key part of queer activism
Activism

As anti-drag protests rage, counter-protest is a key part of queer activism

Want to protest anti-drag demonstrators? Learn about the history, risks and art of counter-protesting

By Charlotte Sheasby
The rise of queer athletes in women’s college gymnastics 
Sports

The rise of queer athletes in women’s college gymnastics 

Once one of the most conservative women’s sports, NCAA gymnastics has gone all in on queer representation

By SF Boswell
In the U.K., queer and trans self-defence classes are growing in popularity
Activism

In the U.K., queer and trans self-defence classes are growing in popularity

U.K. transphobia is so severe that the country is known as “TERF Island.” In response, queer and trans fighters are teaching their communities to protect themselves and each other

By Jake Hall
Midnight in Ni-Chome: Japan’s post-pandemic drag performance scene 
Culture

Midnight in Ni-Chome: Japan’s post-pandemic drag performance scene 

Queerness, whether on stage or off, plays differently in Japan

By Alex Ehrenreich
A pioneering Canadian trans woman is being commemorated with a plaque in her hometown
History

A pioneering Canadian trans woman is being commemorated with a plaque in her hometown

Dianna Boileau’s life is being celebrated in the small northwestern community of Fort Frances

By Silas Le Blanc
Why is British Columbia gatekeeping injectable HIV medication?
Health

Why is British Columbia gatekeeping injectable HIV medication?

British Columbia—Canada’s epicentre for HIV research and treatment—falls behind other provinces when it comes to injectables, say advocates

By Kevin Hurren
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Trans protesters in Washington, D.C. on why they marched for Trans Day of Visibility
Activism

Trans protesters in Washington, D.C. on why they marched for Trans Day of Visibility

Protesting hate, demanding federal protections and searching for something more intimate—hope

By Alina Kim
Meet the filmmakers putting trans people in front of the camera and behind it
TV & Film

Meet the filmmakers putting trans people in front of the camera and behind it

The Trans Film Mentorship partners emerging trans film workers with productions like “Sort Of” for paid work experience on set

By Mel Woods
How Republican lawmakers are using custody threats to eliminate gender-affirming care for trans kids
Politics

How Republican lawmakers are using custody threats to eliminate gender-affirming care for trans kids

Parents call their experience “traumatizing”

By Catherine Caruso
Canada’s testosterone shortages are ongoing—and trans people still aren’t getting answers
Trans Health

Canada’s testosterone shortages are ongoing—and trans people still aren’t getting answers

With little information or support available, trans people who use testosterone are left to advocate for themselves

By Claire Forth
With ‘SAP,’ Mae Martin looks for life’s little joys
TV & Film

With ‘SAP,’ Mae Martin looks for life’s little joys

The comedian discusses their new Netflix special, walking the red carpet with Elliot Page and recording a music album

By Mel Woods
Canadian cities aren’t taking the necessary steps to end the HIV epidemic, advocates say
Sexual Health

Canadian cities aren’t taking the necessary steps to end the HIV epidemic, advocates say

From Montreal to Vancouver, an over reliance on policing and other policy failures are top concerns

By Abigail Popple
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The making of a detransitioner
Identity

The making of a detransitioner

Elisa Rae Shupe was a weapon in the hands of TERFs and Christian conservatives. Now, over 2,600 pages of leaked emails help tell her story

By Jude Ellison S. Doyle
Beyond Stonewall: new project documents more than 600 forgotten LGBTQ2S+ protests
History

Beyond Stonewall: new project documents more than 600 forgotten LGBTQ2S+ protests

U.S. researchers uncover hundreds of queer and trans protests from 1965 to 1973

By Denio Lourenco
Will Meta’s advisory board’s policy to ‘Free the nipple’ really free trans and non-binary people? 
Social Media

Will Meta’s advisory board’s policy to ‘Free the nipple’ really free trans and non-binary people? 

Moderation policies continue to be a topic of debate, leaving people to wonder if the recent changes will be enough 

By Amanda Scriver
The 5 queerest moments from the 2023 Oscars 
TV & Film

The 5 queerest moments from the 2023 Oscars 

“Everything Everywhere All at Once” was everything, the queers ate on the champagne carpet and yes, Lady Gaga made an appearance 

By Mel Woods
Across Canada, anti-LGBTQ2S+ harassment on transit is rising
Activism

Across Canada, anti-LGBTQ2S+ harassment on transit is rising

Advocates and community members say more policing isn’t the solution

By Caitlin Hart
Black parents of trans kids speak to the power of public support 
Family

Black parents of trans kids speak to the power of public support 

Gabrielle Union-Wade and Dwyane Wade dedicated their NAACP Image Award to their trans daughter, Zaya

By Pascale Diverlus
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