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Islamic societies onced embraced queer love
For centuries, Islamic literature openly celebrated queer love as a symbol of beauty, devotion, and spiritual longing? From Persian poetry to Sufi mysticism, desire between men was once a powerful metaphor for the soul’s journey toward the divine.
Love in Queerberra revisited
Eight years on, the Canberra Museum and Gallery (CMAG) has revisited Queerberra in a new exhibition that reflects on what has changed since the passing of the Marriage Equality Act in Australia.
What do the stars hold for us in 2026
Whether you’re a believer or not, astrology has offered people and communities guidance, affirmation and foresight for thousands of years. And if the cosmic chatter is to be believed — planetary shifts coupled with the dawning of the Aquarian age and its increased influence — 2026 marks a genuine t…
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Canberra's Alternate Performing Arts Hub -
Come drag with the queens from Phish & Phreak -
Transgender Day of Visibility -
A – Z Group For Gender & Sexuality Diverse Young People
Kazakhstan bans LGBTQ+ 'propaganda' amid local support and activist concerns
Kazakhstan follows Russia in banning ‘LGBTQ propaganda’ While the Kazakhstan government says being LGBTQ+ isn’t illegal, the new LGBTQ+ 'propaganda' raises serious concerns about censorship, visibility, and the silencing of queer voices.
Alarming Surge in Anti-LGBTQ+ Hate Crimes
Anti-LGBTQ+ hate crimes in California are reaching alarming levels, especially against trans and nonbinary individuals. With a shocking 102 reported anti-trans incidents last year and a staggering 275% increase in crimes against nonbinary people, it’s clear that our communities need stronger protec…
Same-sex marriage protected by US Supreme Court
In a significant move, the US Supreme Court has upheld the landmark Obergefell v Hodges ruling, rejecting a petition from Kim Davis that sought to challenge marriage equality in the USA.
Lesbian Space Princess
FILM REVIEW
A cheeky, intergalactic romp that turns the sci-fi genre on its head.
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Financial abuse in LGBTQIA+ relationships: hidden harm, real impact -
Find what you want on the LGBTIQ DIRECTORY -
LGBTIQ+ Tourism Volunteer Position Available -
Queer Powerpoint CBR -
Domestic, family and intimate partner violence: a family law perspective -
The Unsaid Says A Lot -
Bit Bent : Queer youth group -
Change your life with Transition Breath -
Small Sculpture Exhibition -
Create your own LGBTIQA+ emojis with Apple AI Genmoji
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The aftermath of opposition to equality
In sickness and in health. Opposition to marriage equality and the stress that came with the 2017 plebiscite is still making some Australians in same-sex relationships unwell, according to new research.
Dos & Don’ts Dating In The Workplace
Are you crushing on a co-worker? Do you go for it or walk away? Read our how to guide and handy hints on navigating a relationship in the workplace (or not).
Critics claim gender clinics are seeing an excess of trans boys. But new data suggest otherwise
Despite its lack of evidence, a social contagion theory has been used by critics to help fuel an international backlash against adolescent gender care.
The umbrella of hate & social attitudes
We are all lumped under one umbrella of hate’: when social attitudes change, what is life like for people who don’t agree?
Australian LGBTIQ+ politicians experiencing abuse
LGBTIQ+ politicians in Australia were hit with vile online abuse at the last federal election. The coming campaign could be even worse.
Meta's new policies will harm the LGBTIQ+ community
Experts have been talking about the negative effects of social media on our mental health for years, and things are about to get worse. James May writes about how Abuse and Hate are now OK on Facebook and Insta and how it may affect our rainbow communities.
HIGHTLIGHT
Islamic societies onced embraced queer love
For centuries, Islamic literature openly celebrated queer love as a symbol of beauty, devotion, and spiritual longing? From Persian poetry to Sufi mysticism, desire between men was once a powerful metaphor for the soul’s journey toward the divine.
