LGBTQ
Why are trans men always left out of the conversation?
Out of sight — As a trans man, I've seen first-hand how male privilege can transform your life. By giving us a platform, we can become valuable allies in the fight against misogyny.
Written by: Lee Hurley
What is life really like for Ukraine’s LGBTQ population?
Common People — In Common People, Kiev-based artist and photographer Anton Shebetko explores the fear that dictates the lives of LGBT Ukrainians with a series of manipulated, impersonal portraits.
Written by: Niall Flynn
To be truly inclusive, Pride must solve its identity crisis
From Where I Stand — On both sides of the Atlantic, the LGBTQ+ community is divided about the purpose of Pride celebrations in 2018. Justin Myers (aka The Guyliner) explores why, and offers a solution to the community's widespread discontent.
Written by: Justin Myers
LGBT History Month? Our struggle isn't a thing of the past
From Where I Stand — Queer people should remember the fight isn't over this LGBT History Month, writes James Butler. In fact, it's not yet even in the past.
Written by: James Butler
Neville Southall tackles… Homophobia and trans rights
Neville Knows Best — In his column 'Neville Knows Best', footballing legend turned Twitter sensation Neville Southall takes on the biggest issues of our time. This week he turns to look at the homophobia and transphobia that still permeates our society, and reflects on his own personal journey of understanding, accompanied by an original poem.
Written by: Neville Southall
How Celebrity Big Brother became the wokest show on TV
No, really — Scoff away as much as you wish, but the conversations about gender and sexuality being shown on our #CBB screens are more nuanced and mature than in the pages of our national papers.
Written by: Justin Myers
The bigoted British media is actively endangering trans people
From Where I Stand — In todays Times Janice Turner penned a transphobic column, painting transgender people as predators and a threat to our children. Some journalists are obsessed with attacking the trans community, placing vulnerable people in danger while turning our media toxic, writes Dawn Foster.
Written by: Dawn Foster
All aboard the Bang Bus: London's outrageous, queer late night trip through time
A vehicle for change — Step inside the DIY LGBT tour bus ensuring queer histories aren't forgotten. Don't google Bang Bus though, the results are really NSFW.
Written by: Michael Segalov
Asia’s first major LGBTQ exhibition is opening this week
Breaking barriers — Following Taiwan's move towards becoming the first country in the continent to legalise same-sex marriage, the Museum of Contemporary Art Taipei is making history with its newest exhibit, Spectrosynthesis.
Written by: Biju Belinky
Pride is a protest, and don't let anyone tell you otherwise
From Where I Stand — After the arrest of five protesters in Glasgow Pride this weekend, it is important to remember that the fight for LGBTQ rights must not be commodified and repackaged for the sake of mainstream comfort.
Written by: Biju Belinky