One of country's youngest ever ASBO holders now wants to make the world better Danny was front-page news as a child. He now wants to work with politicians and help LGBTQ youths Wales Online · May 30, 2023
Reactions to new Ugandan anti-LGBTQ law Uganda has implemented one of the world's toughest anti-LGBTQ laws, drawing widespread Western condemnation and outraging activists at home. Reuters · May 29, 2023
Ugandan president signs anti-LGBTQ+ law with death penalty for same-sex acts Global outcry over Museveni’s assent to draconian new anti-gay law, condemned as a ‘permission slip for hate and dehumanisation’ The Guardian - UK · May 29, 2023
Erdoğan and his hardline allies have won Turkey – women and LGBTQ+ people will pay the price Five more years of the Turkish president and his radical backers are a daunting prospect for many, says former Guardian Turkey correspondent Constanze Letsch The Guardian - UK · May 29, 2023
Being queer in Africa: the state of LGBTIQ+ rights across the continent In recent years several African countries have decriminalised same-sex relationships. But they’re not representative of the continent. In fact, queer rights at times appear to be eroding in much of the continent, with Kenya and Uganda most recently in the news for harsh laws and violence against members of the… The Conversation · May 28, 2023
A growing number of LGBTQ+ Russians seek refuge from war, discrimination in Argentina Anastasia Domini and wife Anna are part of an increasing number of Russians from the LGBTQ+ community who have decided to leave their homeland to escape discrimination and settle in Argentina, where same-sex marriage has been legal for more than a decade The Independent UK · May 27, 2023
Scots LGBT charity quits Twitter blaming rising hostility on the platform LGBT Youth Scotland said it could not endure further "targeted attacks" against its organisation. Daily Record · May 26, 2023
Polish activists condemn proposed inspections of LGBT-friendly schools Right activists who published a directory of LGBT-friendly schools in Poland condemned on Friday a plan by a parliament-appointed official to inspect the establishments on the list, saying it could have a damaging effect on young people. Reuters · May 26, 2023
Prominent charity leaves Twitter amid increase in 'targeted LGBT+ attacks' A PROMINENT LGBT+ charity has deleted its Twitter account over concerns with the platform’s ability to enable a safe environment to share… The National (Scotland) · May 25, 2023
Best podcasts of the week: Trans moshpits, non-binary emo and the power of music for queer lives In this week’s newsletter: From the contemporary Christian scene to rap battles, Sounds Gay explores what music means to LGBTQ+ people. Plus: five of the best niche podcasts The Guardian - UK · May 25, 2023
What the 2020 census can — and can't — tell us about LGBTQ people The Census Bureau has released the most comprehensive national statistics to date about same-sex couples living together in the U.S. But many other LGBTQ people remain invisible in the census data. WEKU · May 25, 2023
Malaysia seizes ‘Pride’ watches ZURICH: Rainbow-coloured watches made by Swatch Group that celebrate LGBT rights have been confiscated by authorities in Malaysia, the company said on Wednesday. Bangkok Post · May 24, 2023
Rainbow Swatch watches confiscated in Malaysia-company Rainbow-coloured watches made by Swatch Group that celebrate lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) rights have been confiscated by authorities in Malaysia, the company said on Wednesday. Reuters · May 24, 2023
Antiques dealer probably killed for abusing young boys An inquiry into historical hate crimes against LGBTQI people has examined the death of a Sydney man who was stabbed to death in his shop more than 40 years ago. AAP · May 24, 2023
Al Jazeera · May 24, 2023 Malaysia seizes Swatch watches over ‘LGBT connotations’ Swiss watchmaker says authorities in Muslim majority country seized 164 LGBTQ pride-themed watches.
Reuters · May 23, 2023 Romania fails to uphold same-sex couples' rights, European court rules Romania has failed to enforce the rights of same-sex couples by refusing to recognise their relationships, the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) said on Tuesday in a ruling which will force policymakers to expand protections for the LGBT community.
Los Angeles Times · May 23, 2023 Dodgers apologize and invite Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence to Pride Night LOS ANGELES — Less than a week after removing the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence from their lineup, the Dodgers on Monday re-invited the organization to Pride Night amid backlash from LGBTQ+ and civil rights groups as well as local politicians and even Dodgers employees.
Tribune News Service · May 21, 2023 Meloni and Trudeau spar on LGBTQ rights in unusual G-7 disunity The prime ministers of Italy and Canada took potshots at each other over LGBTQ rights, an unusual display of open disagreement between Group of Seven leaders attending a summit this weekend in Japan.
The Independent UK · May 19, 2023 People are praising LA Pride for backing out of Dodgers’ Pride event after team uninvited drag group Los Angeles Dodgers uninvited LGBTQ+ group from team’s annual Pride Night celebration after opposition from conservative Catholic groups
AAP · May 18, 2023 Grandad killed in 'cowardly' attack: gay hate inquiry A grandfather fatally beaten in a Newcastle public toilet was likely targeted by a violent thief, an inquiry into suspected gay hate crimes has been told.
The National (Scotland) · May 18, 2023 Nicola Sturgeon honoured by LGBT+ community at London awards ceremony NICOLA Sturgeon vowed to remain an ally to the LGBTQI community as she was named Celebrity Ally of the Year at a ceremony in London on Wednesday…
Radio France Internationale · May 17, 2023 Fight against anti-LGBT hate goes on, in France and around the world On 17 May, the world marks the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia. Nearly 20 years after it was first celebrated, RFI spoke to the French activist who helped establish the annual event about what it has achieved so far, and why it remains as important as ever today.
The Independent UK · May 17, 2023 Paris Olympics vows to carry the torch for LGBTQ rights after watershed of Tokyo Organizers of the 2024 Paris Games intend to seize on the Olympic spotlight to push a message that LGBTQ rights need to progress outside France
France 24 · May 17, 2023 Advocates battle to publish West Africa's first LGBT magazine The publication of the first magazine dedicated to West Africa’s LGBT community, originally set to hit shelves on May 12, has been delayed due to difficulties finding gay-friendly printers in the Ivory Coast. “Meleagbo” would be French-speaking West Africa’s first LGBT publication. Launched by the NGO Gromo, which advocates LGBT…
Bangkok Post · May 17, 2023 LGBT centre in Beijing shut down BEIJING: An advocacy group for sexual minorities in the Chinese capital has abruptly shut down in what supporters said was another sign of a crackdown by the government of Xi Jinping on values it does not endorse.