I survived eight years of conversion therapy

Reintroduction of the Equality Act

"We are grateful to lead sponsors Representative David Ciccilline (D-RI) and Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR), as well as to the legislators from both sides of the aisle who have joined as co-sponsors of the Equality Act. We urge Congress to recognize that this is the year to pass this important non-discrimination legislation."

Gladys Bikes Is Shifting Bike Culture

Up on Alberta Street in a shop named Gladys Bikes, Leah Benson and her crew have been steadily working on creating a gender-inclusive space that is welcoming of all people.

OUTRAGEOUS:

According to reports, Brunei is set to implement changes to its penal code next week that could see LGBTQ people whipped or even stoned to death for consensual same-sex relations

Cascade AIDS Project RECEIVES $15000

The grant will be used for Camp KC; which is a unique vehicle to support children affected by HIV by providing them with an immersive summer camp experience in a safe and supportive environment, free from the stigma of HIV.

ACLU COMMENT ON CAMPUS SPEECH EXECUTIVE ORDER

FBI SUED FOR RECORDS ON SURVEILLANCE OF BLACK ACTIVISTS

“Our government’s shameful practice of using surveillance as a weapon against racial justice activism was wrong in the past, and has no place in our present. The public needs to know whether FBI is manufacturing a threat to improperly surveil, investigate, and prosecute Black people for constitutionally protected activity.”

6 questions you can ask a loved one to help screen for suicide risk

If you are having thoughts of suicide, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 (TALK).

How the Nazis destroyed the first gay rights movement

In the 1920s, Berlin had nearly 100 gay and lesbian bars or cafes. Vienna had about a dozen gay cafes, clubs and bookstores. In Paris, certain quarters were renowned for open displays of gay and trans nightlife. Even Florence, Italy, had its own gay district, as did many smaller European cities.