García was found dead in her home on the weekend.
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Jesse is the editor of Pink Advocate. He has a background in LGBTIQ media, public health, and sex work. His other interests include gender and travel. When he's not writing or editing, Jesse is usually watching cartoons or playing with his cats.
Campaign aims to get more LGBTIQ+ people in Victorian Parliament
Only around 2% of parliamentarians identify as LGBTIQ+.
Community responds to Brisbane Pride Festival uniformed cop ban
Police been asked not to wear the uniform that many LGBTIQ+ people associate with oppression.
Elvira delights queer fans by coming out in time for Halloween
The icon has revealed her 19-year secret gay relationship.
Advocates call for dedicated LGBTIQA+ rights commissioner
"We call on the government to appoint a dedicated LGBTIQA+ Commissioner to ensure the human rights of LGBTIQA+ people have a full-time champion."
Advocates ask Biden to encourage Morrison to support LGBTIQ+ equality
“The Biden Administration is taking great steps forward on inclusion and equality while the Morrison Government is heading in the opposite direction.”
The Briefs boys return for a stunning musical adventure
Cover Up features family-friendly circus performances and spectacular music.
Gay priest refuses to marry straight couples in discrimination protest
“I want to show the absurdity, the theological and ethical reprehensibility, of denying marriage to two consenting adults.”
Christian school group fighting to keep right to fire LGBTQ+ teachers
A Victorian bill to protect teachers from discriminatory firing has unanimous cabinet support.
Jade Jolie Nazi porn film apology receives mixed reactions
The drag star said she felt “shame and regret”.
Assisted reproductive treatment reforms for Vic to reduce discrimination
Advocates have welcomed the bill but says more changes are needed.
Shaun Micallef responds to complaint over gay slur
“If you can’t say it in an office, you can’t say it in the community, including TV.”
‘Garbage and lies’: Trans woman charged with indecent exposure
The woman facing charges over attending a spa says she has been repeatedly targeted by transphobic abuse.
Top school hit by petitions over LGBTIQ rights ‘failures’
The elite Queensland school has been rocked by controversy.
1 in 4 Australians affected by suicide during pandemic
Isolation and job issues are among the biggest drivers of suicide.
Victorian Government praised for strengthening anti-hate protections
"All too often, homophobia is juxtaposed with antisemitism in wanton acts of hate."
Family of Brisbane dancer Jamie Wood call for mental health action
The beloved local figure died by suicide this week.
Vigil sends message against weakening Tasmanian discrimination laws
Activists are opposing the Australian Christian Lobby's attempts to water down anti-discrimination protections.
Vibrant queer events to highlight Brisbane Festival
This year's events range from fashion to burlesque.
Senators urged to protect trans, gender diverse, and intersex workers
“LGBTIQ+ Australians will be watching closely this week to see what decision they make.”