Before the Stonewall Riots ignited the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement, courageous pioneers were already fighting for equality and acceptance. Organizations like the Mattachine Society and the Daughters of Bilitis formed in the 1950s to advocate for LGBTQ+ rights through publications, social gatherings, and protests. These early activists faced immense discrimination and legal challenges, yet they paved the way for the […]

The Trevor Project is sharing stories during Pride of young changemakers and allies who are taking concrete steps toward improving their communities and building a world where LGBTQ+ young people are embraced as their authentic selves. Everyone deserves support, and that affirmation often empowers young people to find the strength to build a brighter future; that’s why Trevor is here […]

Reconciling Ministries Network is committed to intersectional justice across and beyond the United Methodist connection, working for the full participation of all LGBTQ+ people throughout the life and leadership of the Church. “All are made in the image and likeness of God. If this is what we believe, then trans people, like all people, reflect something of God, and not […]

From cult classics to modern rom-coms, there’s a rich and diverse array of gay comedy films out there, ready to entertain and uplift you with their humor and heart. Have a Pride Movie Night with one of the films on IMDB’s list of Best Gay Comedy Films. Learn More about The Best Gay Comedy Films (IMDB) at (https://www.imdb.com/list/ls066397439). #Pride2024, #CelebrateDiversity, […]

Each of us has worth and dignity, and that worth includes our gender and our sexuality. As Unitarian Universalists (UUs), we not only open our doors to people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, we value diversity of sexuality and gender and see it as a spiritual gift. We create inclusive religious communities and work for LGBTQ justice and […]

The Los Angeles LGBT Center provides comprehensive resources and support for transgender individuals, including healthcare, legal services, counseling, support groups, and educational workshops. They strive to create a safe and affirming space for transgender people to thrive and access the resources they need to live authentically and fully. The work of the Los Angeles LGBT Center has touched all of […]

HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that attacks cells that help the body fight infection, making a person more vulnerable to other infections and diseases. It is spread by contact with certain bodily fluids of a person with HIV, most commonly during unprotected sex (sex without a condom or HIV medicine to prevent or treat HIV), or through sharing […]

California boasts a strong track record on LGBTQ+ equality, ranking high among US states for its comprehensive legal protections and inclusive policies. The state has consistently championed LGBTQ+ rights, with robust non-discrimination laws in areas like housing, employment, and public accommodations. California also provides comprehensive healthcare access for LGBTQ+ individuals and has taken significant strides in recognizing and protecting the […]

PFLAG and UU congregations in California often collaborate to support LGBTQ+ individuals and advocate for their rights. Many UU congregations provide meeting spaces for PFLAG chapters, host educational events and workshops on LGBTQ+ issues, and participate in advocacy efforts together. This collaborative relationship between PFLAG and UU congregations in California reflects our shared values of love, acceptance, and justice for […]

Similar to the UUA’s Welcoming Congregation Program, “ReconcilingWorks: Lutherans for Full Participation” has advocated for the full welcome, inclusion, and equity of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual/aromantic (LGBTQIA+) Lutherans in all aspects of the life of their Church, congregations, and community since 1974. Learn More about ReconcilingWorks: Lutherans for Full Participation at (https://www.reconcilingworks.org/ric). #Pride2024, #CelebrateDiversity, #InclusionMatters, #TransLives, […]