Category: News LGBTQ

Trump’s Military Archives Suppression A Massive Purge of Military Records As part of his administration’s policy to eliminate references to diversity, equity, and inclusion programs within the U.S. military, Donald Trump has ordered a large-scale deletion of documents. According to the Associated Press, on February 26, the Pentagon directed all military branches to review years

USAID Funding Cuts : A Humanitarian Crisis in the Making USAID’s Budget Slashed by 92% The U.S. government has decided to drastically reduce its funding for USAID’s international programs, slashing the budget by 92%. Previously standing at $42.8 billion per year, this funding was a cornerstone in supporting humanitarian efforts worldwide. Millions of Women at

Trial of Andrey Kotov, Russian LGBT travel agent to proceed despite his death in prison A Legal Battle Beyond the Grave The case of Andrey Kotov, a Russian travel agent arrested for arranging trips for LGBT individuals and later found dead in custody in December, will still proceed to trial, BBC News Russian reported on

Gavin Newsom transgender sports Stand from the California Governor California’s Democratic Governor, Gavin Newsom, has voiced his opposition to transgender women participating in women’s sports competitions for young athletes. This stance marks a departure from the traditional Democratic Party line and brings his position closer to that of Donald Trump, who made this issue a

Removal of LGBTQ Content by NPS Disappearance of Transgender Figures from the NPS Website Shortly after mentions of transgender individuals were removed from the Stonewall National Monument page, the National Park Service (NPS) erased several pages dedicated to historical figures in the LGBTQ movement. Among them were Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera, two transgender

NGO LGBT Lesotho Donald Trump US aid Lesotho’s LGBT NGO Rejects Donald Trump’s Claims of $8 Million in U.S. Aid 🏳️‍🌈 People’s Matrix Denies Receiving Any U.S. Funding People’s Matrix, the leading LGBTQ+ rights organization in Lesotho, has refuted statements made by former U.S. President Donald Trump. During a congressional address, Trump claimed that $8

Gay Travel Index 2025 : Iceland Tops the List, the United States Drops in Ranking Iceland Ranks Among the Most LGBTQIA+ Friendly Countries The Spartacus Gay Travel Index 2025 has been released, offering a comprehensive overview of LGBTQIA+ rights and acceptance in 216 countries and regions. This year, Iceland has claimed a top spot alongside

The OUTrans association, committed to supporting transgender individuals, has secured substantial public funding and plays a significant role in influencing institutional policies. Its partnership with the Ministry of Higher Education and Research (MESR) underscores the government’s engagement in advancing discussions on gender identity. Through training programs, webinars, and educational materials, OUTrans promotes the idea that

Liverpool FC celebrates LGBT History Month Initiatives to Champion Equality Throughout February, Liverpool FC has embraced LGBT+ History Month by organizing a range of events and activities designed to reinforce its dedication to equality, diversity, and inclusion. This year’s celebration is particularly significant as it marks the fifth anniversary of Red Together, the club’s long-standing

U.S. Withdraws from UN LGBTQ+ Rights Coalition A Decision Aligned with New Government Policies The United States has officially withdrawn from the United Nations LGBTI Core Group, a coalition dedicated to advocating for the rights of LGBTQ+ and intersex individuals worldwide. This move, effective as of February 14, was confirmed by a State Department representative,