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'Are you sisters?' How this assumption makes lesbian visibility a minefield

In a world of heteronormativity, this lesbian couple weighs safety or visibility each day.

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Why is bisexuality still being erased in today's society?

Why is it so hard for us all just to get along?

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Discovering resilience: how X-Men '97's Storm inspires trans women

Finding renewed identity and empowerment in X-Men '97, a trans woman reflects on Storm's resilience and the parallels between overcoming fear and embracing one's true self.

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How TikTok helped me come out of my shell and into my identity as a trans woman

Jae Gurley shares her transformative journey on TikTok, from finding community and identity to embarking on a transition journey.

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Navigating the dating world as a transwoman

Filmmaker Nyala Moon on the precarious balance of disclosure and safety, challenging societal norms, and how her film advocates for a deeper understanding and empathy toward trans individuals' experiences.

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Debunking J.K. Rowling's misinformation on trans history

Historian Laurie Marhoefer debunks J.K. Rowling's controversial tweet about trans people in Nazi Germany and cautions against the dangerous implications of such misinformation.

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Reflecting on the contributions of queer women this Women’s History Month​

This Women's History Month, let's celebrate the impactful legacy of queer women who have helped shape society and advance the movement toward equality.

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In the era of ‘Katespiracy,’ what the royals could learn from drag queens

Following a doctored photo controversy, the British Royal Family could learn from drag queens' authentic and adaptive brand strategies to navigate modern media challenges.

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I turn anti-LGBTQ+ comments I get into poetry, creating beauty from ugliness

Nonbinary influencer Sarah Kate Smigiel writes about their gender journey and building a community with art born out of hate.

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I walked out of my retail job and into a new life as a Black, queer artist. Here’s how.

Justice Dwight describes a journey from a mundane job in retail to finding opportunities as a Black queer artist.

My queer story is powerful, and so is yours. Here's how to share it with us.
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My queer story is powerful, and so is yours. Here's how to share it with us.

Equalpride's new community editor on championing storytelling as a revolutionary act to reclaim and celebrate the diverse narratives of the LGBTQ+ community.