LGBTQ
How one Australian teen changed trans rights for good
Dreamlife of Georgie Stone — A new documentary follows the story of a teen whose battle changed the law on access to treatment for trans youth.
Written by: Molly Cavanagh
How protestors won the battle to save kink spaces
United in leather — Last week, Tower Hamlets council removed its nudity-restricting licensing conditions. It represents a huge win for London’s kink community, reports Bella Saltiel.
Written by: Bella Saltiel
The DIY group carving out space for women’s football
Baller FC — With the Women’s Euros in full swing, last week saw glorious, sweaty celebrations take place in a dedicated, safe space for female and non-binary fans.
Written by: Ben Smoke
Workers in queer spaces are standing up for their rights
Hot strike summer — As spiralling inflation sees a sharp rise in industrial action, hospitality staff in LGBTQ+ venues are finally demanding better pay and working conditions.
Written by: Ella Glover
The weird, wild and forgotten history of Leicester Pride
From Michael Jackson superfans to far-right organising, the overlooked story of Leicester’s inaugural Pride march is a reminder of the power of collective resistance in the face of bigotry.
Written by: Liz Yeates
Anti-police protestors storm London Pride parade
Queer activist group Lesbians and Gays support the Migrants staged a die-in at the Pride in London parade to protest the inclusion of police in the march.
Written by: Ben Smoke
Inside the UK’s queer ‘pay-as-you-want’ cafes
‘It’s about dignity‘ — The last few years have seen an increase in LGBTQ-led initiatives to feed the hungry. While some have struggled to stay afloat, others are finding ways to survive despite the challenges, reports Jake Hall.
Written by: Jake Hall
British satire is fanning the flames of fascism
Cruel comedy — Satirical culture in the UK routinely protects the powerful and punches down. It’s time people stopped laughing along and took its threats seriously, writes Elia Cugini.
Written by: Elia Cugini
Chronicling lesbian life in San Francisco in the ’90s
Photographer Phyllis Christopher recalls capturing sex and protest at a time when the city had become a haven for the queer community.
Written by: Eva Clifford
Capturing queerness in San Francisco’s lowrider scene
A collaborative art project celebrating LGBTQ+ identity is calling for greater diversity and inclusion in the Bay Area’s lowrider community.
Written by: Miss Rosen