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President-elect Donald Trump appears poised to make history by potentially appointing Ric Grenell, a fiercely conservative diplomat and the first openly gay person to be considered for the role of Secretary of State. Grenell, a loyal Trump supporter and former acting Director of National Intelligence, is viewed by many as Trump’s likely choice for the […]
The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) recently issued a statement affirming the rights of gay and LGBTQ+ footballers to self-expression, following criticism that surfaced after one player was reportedly asked to tone down his appearance. The controversy began when Yan Couto, a Brazilian national team player set to compete in the Copa America, revealed that he […]
According to exit polls, the majority of LGBTQ+ voters supported Vice President Kamala Harris, continuing a trend seen in previous elections. Despite President-elect Donald Trump’s efforts to make gains with various traditionally Democratic demographics, LGBTQ+ voters overwhelmingly cast their ballots for Harris, with 86% of this group favouring her over Trump’s 13% share, as per […]
Oliver Hall talks to the stars and director of the new Kiwi documentary Trans And Pregnant, which follows a trans/cis gay male couple’s pregnancy journey as they navigate New Zealand’s health system, gender dysphoria and society’s expectations of what a family should be. TVNZ’s new documentary Trans And Pregnant follows the intimate journey of a Kiwi couple’s […]
Historian Gareth Watkins highlights November dates that are significant for New Zealand’s rainbow communities. 1 November 1944 Activist Ralph Knowles was born in Dunedin. From an early age, he was captivated by religion: “If I saw an article in the paper about the church overseas or some theologian, I was fascinated by it.” When he […]
Crisis hotlines for the LGBTQ+ community have seen a significant surge in calls during the 2024 U.S. presidential election week, according to a leading LGBTQ+ support organisation. Jaymes Black, CEO of The Trevor Project, reported on Wednesday that since midnight on Tuesday, the group’s crisis services—including lifeline, chat, and text support—have received approximately 125% more […]
The executive director of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has committed to opposing the proposed policies of a potential second Trump administration on pivotal issues such as abortion, border security, and LGBTQ rights. Anthony Romero, the ACLU’s executive director, vowed “to combat” these plans, stating in an open letter on the organisation’s website, “We […]
The Dutch population has shown increased acceptance towards homosexuality, although acceptance levels for other groups within the LGBTIQA+ community remain lower, according to a new study. This insight was highlighted in a recent study by Mariëlle Paul, the Dutch State Secretary for Equal Opportunities, with the Tweede Kamer, the Lower House of Parliament. The survey […]