In the mood for laughs? Then, there couldn’t be a brighter, funnier theatrical romp than Bell Shakespeare’s new production of The Comedy of Errors. By juggling gender roles, director Janine Watson infuses Shakespeare’s shortest play with a contemporary fluidity that reveals the heart and humanity of this timeless tale.
What's behind the split of the Anglican church in Australia over inclusion and gay marriage? In the opening address of this year’s Global Anglican Futures Conference, Bishop Richard Condie announced the creation of the new conservative 'Diocese of the Southern Cross'.
In Bishop Condie’s words:
the Diocese of the Southern Cross is a new structure for Anglicans in Australia who can no longer sit under the authority of their bishop.
So, what lead to this rupture and what does it mean for the future of the Anglican Church in Australia?
Anglicans in Australia
Anglicans are the second la...
The Polish appeals court has ruled that so-called "LGBT-free zones" must be scrapped, the verdict has been welcomed by activists as a victory for human rights and democracy.
"LGBT-free zones" seek to ban what local authorities see as the promotion of homosexuality and other minority sexual identities, especially in schools.
Many local councils in Poland passed resolutions in 2019 declaring themselves free of "LGBT ideology", part of a conflict in the mostly Catholic country between liberals and religious conservatives, who see the struggle for gay rights as a threat to traditional values....
Dear Kim, Bringing a new life into the world is a wonderful thing, and it should help soften our hearts as we prepare to build a family.
I’m not aware of your agreement, but like I always say, clear and open communication is key. You just might find the father wanting involvement may be a good thing, and in the future, your child may want to know their father. You first need to establish precisely what “involvement” the father would like to have so you can all discuss what's best for everyone involved, including your new baby.
I suggest you try and sort this out with a kind heart, but if ...
San Francisco: US Circuit of Appeals in San Francisco has ruled that California's state ban on conversion or reparative therapy that aims at turning gay minors straight does not violate the free speech rights of licensed counselors and patients seeking treatment. This is a precedent for California in the USA and prohibits health practitioners from offering psychotherapy aimed at changing gay youth’s sexual orientation.
Excludes US Religious Groups
Unlicensed pastors and lay counselors affiliated with church programs that seek to change gay youth to straight sexual identity are exempt from...
Dear JT, It’s smart being cautious with your body when it comes to keeping yourself safe. While PrEP is a fantastic breakthrough in the prevention of HIV, it can still have side effects for some people.
There are also many sexually transmitted diseases that PreP does not protect against that can have serious impacts on your health. PreP or not, condoms are an important part of keeping yourself safe during sex.
Peer pressure and the fear of missing out can make sticking to our principals difficult sometimes, and yes you might miss opportunities, but I would be more concerned about the cons...
Since the glorious and long-overdue passing of same-sex marriage into Australian law last year (after enduring that ridiculously invasive and expensive political circle jerk otherwise known as the postal plebiscite), I have found myself increasingly asked one niggling question from my hetero friends, “So… are you going to get married now?”
Since the glorious and long-overdue passing of same-sex marriage into Australian law last year (after enduring that ridiculously invasive and expensive political circle jerk otherwise known as the postal plebiscite), I have found myself increasingly aske...
Dear Sam, It’s a tough gig having a long-distance relationship, some work, but unfortunately, most don’t. For your relationship to successfully continue, you will need to put in enormous effort and love to ensure that the relationship grows and thrives.
If you decide you want to give it a shot, you’ll need to agree on a time for how long you will be separated and whether you follow him or he returns to you. Be clear so you both can focus on an end-date. Having solid ground rules and keeping close will be important. Use video chats to stay connected and don’t let days pass without being in ...
Dear Worried, It’s very sad that someone has infringed on your enjoyment and safety in your new home. Unfortunately, police can not do much unless they know who is involved and if a crime is committed — however, continue to report any events as this serves as a record for them later if something more serious was to happen.
Keep in mind that people tend to react when they are ignorant or have beliefs that cause them to hate instead of love. Your neighbour — whoever they are — might never have had any real interactions with queer folks before.
This may be an opportunity for you to educate ...
