I worried that religion would be used to justify hate against my community.
Tag: coming out
African boy band star Chimano comes out, speaks up for gay rights
"Our rights are human rights."
How JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure influenced my queer journey
An anime series has played an unlikely role in how I experience gender.
Happiest Season: A conveniently gift-wrapped queer rom-com
This queer film follows the script of every straight rom-com.
Cardi B could officiate Kal Penn’s dream wedding
The two crossed paths on a flight after Penn publicly came out.
Josh Cavallo comes out as first openly gay Socceroo
“I couldn't be happier with my decision to come out.”
National Coming Out Day: Support still needed for LGBTIQ people
"Young LGBTIQ people today continue to suffer significant mental health problems because of the discrimination and vilification they still experience."
Elvira delights queer fans by coming out in time for Halloween
The icon has revealed her 19-year secret gay relationship.
I came out 10 years late because I grew up in a city with no queer scene
My queer coming of age was a decade overdue, but it's never too late.
Two thirds of Australian LGBTIQ+ people are in the closet at work
20% reported that they work in places where they are not confident action would be taken on discrimination.
The Thais that bind: Woody Milintachinda on marriage and coming out
“There’s a phrase we use here: ‘same same but different’.”
Melbourne girls’ school teaching program on diversity and coming out
The private college is aiming to foster a more inclusive environment.
More gay and bi teen boys are coming out to their parents
"We can now compare these practices with how other generations deal with these issues and think about what it all means for future generations."
Beyond white coming-out stories: Bringing more to queer films
While finding queer films is becoming easier as entertainment evolves, most are still stuck in the same old tropes.
Eddie Izzard praised for affirming use of feminine pronouns
The comedian will raise money for charity by running daily marathons in January.
Actor Elliot Page comes out as trans, voices solidarity with trans women of colour
The star has spoken out against transphobic discrimination and violence.
‘The bravest people on the planet’: A cis reflection on trans challenges
Guest writer Bob Ristelhueber opens up about his journey of learning about trans experiences.
Bathrooms and background checks: Being outed at work
Coming out at work can be a big deal for LGBTIQ people, and getting dragged out of the closet can be even scarier.
Australia’s first gay sports star Ian Roberts on normalising diversity
Ian Roberts talks about coming out, cultural shifts, and overcoming illiteracy.
Government accused of abusing, neglecting disabled LGBTIQA+ people through NDIS
The disability support scheme has so far failed to introduce inclusivity policies.