Domestic Violence: It Happens in Gay Relationships Too
Extra stress in gay relationships may raise risk of domestic violence. Domestic violence occurs at least as frequently, and likely even more so, between gay relationships compared to opposite-sex couples, according to recent studies. Previous studies, when analyzed together, indicate that domestic violence affects 25 percent to 75 percent of lesbian,…
Every LGBTQ Rights Group You’ve Ever Heard Of Opposes Two Of Trump’s Judicial Picks
John Bush and Damien Schiff “would cause grave harm” to LGBTQ people and women, reads a new letter to senators. WASHINGTON ― A whopping 27 LGBTQ rights groups on Monday urged the Senate to reject two of President Donald Trump’s judicial nominees, John Bush and Damien Schiff. In a letter…
Make Your Love Last: 7 Tips for a Strong Relationship
It takes more than love for your relationship to work. Although love is the foundation of any happy romantic gay relationship, love is not enough. In order to have a healthy relationship, both parties have to be willing to work on it. Most gay couples strive to have a successful…
Human Rights Campaign Launches Grassroots Movement to Elect LGBTQ Politicians
Human Rights Campaign wants to put LGBTQ politicians in office with a new initiative to elect out politicians and allies in the 2018 midterm elections. The LGBTQ advocacy organization’s campaign, called “HRC Rising,” also aims to combat anti-LGBTQ policies across the country. “We’ve got to accelerate the pace of progress toward full…
Same-Sex Marriage Could be Coming to Australia Soon
Senator Dean Smith confirmed that he is drafting a bill to legalise same-sex marriage in Australia. Many MPs want the bill debated when the Australian parliament returns in August. This comes after a new poll suggested Australian voters want to go to the polls for same-sex marriage, rather than let politicians…
Gay Dating 101: Seven Habits Of People In The Happiest Relationships
Strong, happy gay couples don’t phone it in — they make their relationship a priority. Happy gay relationships don’t happen by accident. It takes two emotionally healthy, loving people who are committed to being the best partners they can be. Below are some habits that will help create and maintain a…
Gay Cop Whose Pride Proposal Went Viral Opens Up About The Dark Side Of Fame
A London police officer who became a viral sensation last year after he proposed to his boyfriend in the middle of a Pride parade now says he wishes he’d never done it. In a June 30 essay for The Guardian, Phil Adlem said he wasn’t prepared for the global attention he’d receive after he popped the question…
Teen’s Incredible ‘Coming Out’ Graduation Speech is Going Viral for All The Right Reasons
Teen’s incredible ‘coming out’ graduation speech is going viral for all the right reasons Down on humanity? Well, give this a whirl: A graduation speech from a palpably nervous, ridiculously charismatic young man named Evan Young is making the rounds — and deservedly so. Without giving anything away, we’ll just…
Gay Relationship: Warning Signs of a Break Up
It’s sometimes difficult to know when a gay relationship is over even when it’s obvious. These warning signs deserve your attention. Is your relationship falling apart in front of your very own eyes? It’s always difficult to know when a gay relationship is over but sometimes the answer is right in front…
This Teen Fashion Designer is Upcycling Clothes for Young Homeless LGBT People
A teenage fashion designer from Los Angeles is upcycling unwanted clothes and donating them to young homeless LGBT youth. Dillon Eisman is a high school senior who invented “Sew Swag” who decided to put his love of fashion to use for the community. Speaking to NBC Out, the 18-year-old explained…
YouTube celebrates the LGBT+ community with powerful Pride video
YouTube has released a powerful video in support of Pride. The clip highlights the diversity of the LGBT+ community, and features videos of Pride marches, same-sex families, popular LGBT+ YouTubers like Tyler Oakley, and even Drag Race’s RuPaul and Shea Coulee. “I was told to wipe off my makeup and…
Remembering The UpStairs Lounge Fire That Killed 32 LGBTQ People
The 1973 arson is one of the deadliest attacks on LGBTQ people in American history. Saturday marks the 44th anniversary of the UpStairs Lounge arson, a flash fire that killed 32 people in the New Orleans gay bar on June 24, 1973. Until the Pulse nightclub massacre in 2016, it…