Category: News
A 2018 survey shows there are still a lot of misconceptions around HIV that are contributing harmful stigma for people living with HIV (PLHIV). A survey commissioned by the New Zealand AIDS Foundation (NZAF) and Positive Women polled the attitudes around and perceptions of HIV in New Zealand. The results have brought to light several […]
The search for the next Mr. Gay New Zealand has begun, with Kiwis being encouraged to step up and put their names forward for the annual competition which is now in its 11th year. The 2019 competition finale will be held on the 9th and 10th of February 2019 with the final being hosted by the Ending […]
Over 100,000 individuals have reportedly gathered and marched in solidarity aiming to persuade the nation of Taiwan to vote in favour of marriage equality ahead of a series of referendums. Reported by Taipei Times, the mass equality rally was organised by the Gender Equality Education Coalition, and included musicians, politicians, and filmmakers. “We hope to protect every […]
The Senate election result from Arizona sees the United States first openly bisexual Senator elected, a new addition to the already 153 LGBT politicians elected during this year’s midterms. Despite the constant erosion of LGBT rights under President Donald Trump, a record number of LGBT candidates have won office in during the United States midterms. […]
The All Blacks have become the latest side to don rainbow laces, in support of LGBT rights. The All Blacks say they will be wearing rainbow laces in tomorrow’s test match to show support for Former Welsh captain Gareth Thomas who was the victim of a homophobic attack. The All Blacks will join Wales, England […]
As corporate support for the Auckland Pride Parade dwindles, a givealittle crowdfunding page asks the community for help raising funds. Fletcher Building is the latest in a series of corporations who have decided to pull funding or not attend Auckland’s 2019 Pride Parade in the wake of the board’s decision to ban uniformed police officers. The company […]
Ardern became the first New Zealand Prime Minister to walk in the parade when she walked with Rainbow Labour in this year’s event. In the wake of Auckland Pride’s ban on uniformed police officers participating in next year’s Pride parade, Jacinda Ardern has said Pride is “at its best when it is an inclusive event,” […]
“The statement that New Zealand Police is a racist organisation is directly at odds with the core values we uphold, particularly diversity, professionalism, respect and commitment to Maori and the Treaty.” An NZ Police spokesperson has said. “We strive to be a fair, impartial and bias-free police service, and we are continually on a journey to ensure we achieve […]