News LGBTQ is a category dedicated to news affecting the global LGBTQ+ community. This news feed highlights the most relevant events, stories, and developments regarding LGBTQ+ rights, as well as social and cultural inclusion. It covers a wide range of topics, including legislative changes, progress in civil rights recognition, the ongoing fight for equality, and the challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community.
In addition to political and legislative issues, "News LGBTQ" explores the cultural and social aspects of LGBTQ+ life, including art, literature, music, and the influential voices that shape and enrich this culture. You'll also find coverage of celebrations like Pride parades, awareness campaigns, and personal stories that showcase the courage and resilience of this community.
Whether you are a member of the LGBTQ+ community, an ally, or simply curious to learn more, this category offers you a current and nuanced perspective on the topics that matter for diversity and inclusion, while fostering understanding and acceptance through information.
Katalin Novak, the President of Hungary, utilized her speech at the UN General Assembly to criticize what she perceives as “anti-family” values. She expressed the view that demographic decline is a greater threat to humanity than global warming and emphasized the importance of procreation. Novak insisted that the right to raise children belongs to parents, […]
Romania Government Same-Sex Marriage Recognition The Romanian government is contemplating legislation to recognize same-sex marriages conducted within any European Union country. However, NGOs, including ACCEPT, argue that the proposed law fails to ensure equal rights for the Romanian LGBT community. The legislation comes in response to rulings from the CJEU and ECHR, emphasizing the respect
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Demonstrators Convene in Central Montreal to Discuss Sex Education and LGBTQ Rights In a recent gathering in central Montreal, hundreds convened to voice their opinions on LGBTQ rights and sex education in Quebec. The demonstration, part of the 1 Million March 4 Children, saw parents and supporters advocating for and against the inclusion of LGBTQ
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Kenya LGBT Community Rights In a recent development in Kenya, Bishop Hudson Ndeda has publicly urged the Supreme Court to reconsider its decision allowing the LGBT community to form associations, highlighting ongoing tensions and debates surrounding LGBT rights in the country. The controversial “Family Protection” bill, which proposes criminalization of homosexuality, is still awaiting a
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LGBTQ+ Inclusion in American Community Survey The U.S. Census Bureau has proposed to the Biden administration the inclusion of questions about sexual orientation and gender identity for individuals aged 15 and above in the American Community Survey, which annually collects data from about 3.5 million households on various topics. This initiative aims to understand disparities
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Amidst growing hostility towards the LGBTQ+ community in Russia, activists persist in their efforts to support and advocate for rights. Centre-T, a significant organization in Saint Petersburg, aids the transgender community with medical care, hormonal treatments, and assistance for those seeking to leave Russia. However, they face challenges such as being labeled a “foreign agent”
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France’s €2 Million Global LGBT+ Rights Pledge France is firmly committed to the rights of LGBT+ people by creating a fund of 2 million euros. This initiative aims to support LGBT+ rights defenders globally and promote equality and justic France’s LGBT+ Rights Support with €2 Million Global LGBT+ Rights Pledge France has recently established a
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Frankie Miranda : First openly queer president of the Hispanic Federation Frankie Miranda, the Hispanic Federation’s first openly queer president, highlights the damaging effects of anti-LGBTQ+ policies and advocates for the rights and inclusion of the LGBTQ+ Latinx community. His leadership has paved the way for initiatives supporting and protecting this community amidst a challenging
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Tennessee Election of First Transgender Lawmaker Olivia Hill In a historic move, Nashville elects Olivia Hill as Tennessee’s first transgender lawmaker. Amidst a backdrop of controversial state laws, Hill’s victory shines as a beacon of hope for the LGBTQ community. Nashville has made history by electing Olivia Hill, the first transgender lawmaker in Tennessee. This
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Mexico City’s Pioneering Mausoleum for Transgender Women In a groundbreaking move, Mexico City has introduced a dedicated mausoleum for transgender women, with capacity for 149 individuals. Among those to be honored is Paola Buenrostro and Indigenous activist Guadalupe “Lupilla” Xiu. Kenya Cuevas, a prominent transgender rights activist, has been closely associated with the project, emphasizing
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