Tag: LGBTQ
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Ciara Foskin’s Cancer-Inspired Poetry: A New Voice from Kilkenny
From Kilkenny to the Page: A New Poetry Collection Irish queer woman and advocate Ciara Foskin has released her first poetry collection, a work born from personal trials with cancer and the resilience that follows. Based in Kilkenny, Foskin channels vulnerability, hope, and a fierce commitment to community into verses that speak to anyone facing…
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Palapye Pride: Botswana’s Courageous inaugural celebration of love and visibility
Introduction: A new chapter begins in Palapye The sun rose on November 1, 2025, and Palapye woke to a moment many had dreamed of but few believed would come so soon. The open space where the march was scheduled to begin stood quiet, the air buzzing with anticipation. It was the first Palapye Pride, a…
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Palapye Pride: Botswana’s Bold First Step Toward LGBTQ+ Inclusion
Palapye Pride: A Courageous Beginning in Botswana When the sun rose on 1 November 2025, Palapye woke to a moment many had only imagined. The planned Pride march—an event long debated and hopeful—was about to unfold in a country often framed by tradition and quiet tolerance. The open space that morning felt empty, the air…
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Palapye Pride Botswana 2025: A Courageous Dawn for LGBTQ+ Rights
Introduction: A Historic Morning in Palapye On November 1, 2025, Palapye in Botswana woke to a moment many believed might never come. The sun rose on a day that would be remembered as the first annual Palapye Pride, an event that sought to transform a quiet corner of the country into a beacon of visibility,…
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Trump Proposals Limit Transgender Youth Care Access
Overview: A sweeping plan to restrict gender-affirming care A new draft rule from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services proposes dramatic restrictions on gender-affirming care for transgender youths. If finalized, several widely used medical practices—ranging from hormone therapies to puberty blockers and certain surgical interventions—could be barred for minors under federal policy. The…
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Is Grindr XTRA Worth It in 2025? A Practical Review
Overview: What Grindr XTRA Is Really Selling Grindr XTRA is Grindr’s paid tier designed to make the app feel less chaotic and more useful. The core promise is simple: banners and interruptions vanish, search and filtering become more powerful, and you gain access to extra features like multiple photo albums and expiring photos. In short,…
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Two-Spirit Meaning: Indigenous Roles, Identity, and Wisdom
What Two-Spirit Means Two-Spirit is a term used in many Indigenous communities across North America to describe a person who embodies both masculine and feminine spirits in a way that is sacred and culturally meaningful. It is not a simple label that mirrors Western LGBTQ categories. Instead, Two-Spirit speaks to a broader understanding of gender,…
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Mitch Brown condemns Bailey Smith’s Mad Monday post as homophobic
The Controversy at Geelong’s Mad Monday The Geelong Cats’ Mad Monday celebrations erupted into controversy after a series of social media posts from Bailey Smith drew sharp criticism from fellow players and fans. Smith, known for his bold public persona, posted a sequence of Instagram updates from the club gathering that many perceived as crossing…
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Jason Collins: NBA Pioneer for LGBTQ+ Visibility Battling Brain Tumor
Jason Collins: A Trailblazer in the NBA Jason Collins made history as the first active player in major North American sports leagues to come out as gay. His brave decision in 2013 not only changed his life but also had a profound impact on the LGBTQ+ community and professional sports. Collins became a symbol of…
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Jason Collins: A Pioneer for LGBTQ+ Visibility in Sports
Introduction to Jason Collins Jason Collins, the former NBA player, has made waves not just for his athletic prowess but also for his groundbreaking role in advocating for LGBTQ+ visibility in sports. He made history as the first active male athlete in one of the four major American professional sports leagues to come out as…