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Why no one wants to talk about intimate partner violence in queer relationships:
Intimate partner violence is as common, if not more, among LGBT couples as it is in straight relationships. So why don't we talk about it?
Op-ed | SA’s LGBTQ voters distrustful of political elites:
SA's LGBTQ voters are losing confidence in the country’s political leadership to provide a safe and secure environment for the community.
Queer life | Mourning the end of a friendship:
As queer people, often living our lives far from our families, we tend to make friendships that ultimately come to resemble family.
4 queer South African artists who you need to know about:
Our country is brimming with creative talent. Take a look at the work of four South African queer artists that you need to know about.
Film reveals personal and political impact of anti-gay conversion therapy:
Former leaders of the ‘ex-gay’ movement share painful experiences in Pray Away, a powerful Netflix film about anti-LGBT ‘conversion therapy’.
Here are some of Disney’s most famous queer characters:
Disney’s Jungle Cruise is the studio’s latest release, and one of just a handful of Disney flicks to feature queer characters.
Pierre de Vos on the Jon Qwelane Constitutional Court judgment:
Constitutional law expert, Pierre De Vos analyses the recent landmark Constitutional Court judgement that found Jon Qwelane guilty of homophobic hate speech.
Motlatsi Motseoile | Yearning for family:
"The past few months have been a reminder of our mortality." Motlatsi Motseoile writes about his longing, as a single gay man, to become a dad.
Luca, Disney and queerbaiting in animation:
Disney's new animated film Luca has been accused of queerbaiting audiences; ambiguously hinting at queer characters to avoid a conservative backlash.
Walter and Gerry: Celebrating a 64-year gay love story:
Walter Sassman and Gerry Dagnin and their enduring decades-long love story were honoured at a moving memorial service in Cape Town.
Uganda | Anti-gay ‘therapy’ offered by US-funded health centres:
Staff at US-funded health centres in Uganda have been found allegedly offering, or providing referrals for, anti-gay conversion therapy.
South African radical-Right groups are mobilising against LGBTIQ+ campaigns:
Some conservative groups are trying to block a long-awaited Hate Crimes Bill, which has been urgently called for by LGBTIQ+ communities
It’s time to talk about LGBTQ reparations and how they can rectify past persecutions:
We need to start having conversations about reparations for LGBTQ people who've endured a painful history of persecution around the globe.
Why it’s such a big deal that the NFL’s Carl Nassib came out as gay:
After Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Carl Nassib came out as gay, his jersey became a top-seller on Fanatics, an online sportswear retailer.
Here’s your Pride Month SA queer music playlist:
A host of South African queer music artists have released a diverse selection of stunning releases during international Pride Month.
Can faith be trusted as a sanctuary for LGBTQI+ people during a pandemic of violence?:
A webinar moderated by Justice Edwin Cameron recently looked at the LGBTQI+ community could trust in faith during a pandemic of violence.
Meet gay dads Darren and Emanuel Kelly-Loulié:
Becoming a parent is something that many LGBTQI+ people think will be something they’ll never experience
I’ve been wondering about chemsex lately…:
For many in our community, sex and substance use are closely linked. In this article, anonymous opens up about his experience with chemsex.
How to prioritise your mental wellbeing during the pandemic:
Our mental wellbeing has taken a knock during the pandemic. Here are some tips to incorporate into our daily lives to help keep our boats afloat amid the storm.
Becoming Yaya Mavundla:
Outspoken transgender activist and reality star Yaya Mavundla expresses controversial views on LGBTIQ+ activism and classism in the community.