LGBTQ+ News Paralympian Lauren Rowles becomes charity patron of Just Like Us to support its “vital” work Paralympian Lauren Rowles has become a new patron of Just Like Us, the LGBTQ+ young people’s charity, joining actor Jonathan Bailey. Rowles is a two-time Paralympic champion rower, having won gold medals in Rio de Janeiro in 2016 and Tokyo in 2021, and she will soon be heading to the 2024 Summer Par By Graham Robson • 2 min read
LGBTQ+ News Global Speak Out in solidarity with Russian LGBTs, jointly organised by Peter Tatchell Foundation and All Out, to take place this weekend In the wake of Russia’s decision to label the “international public LGBTQ+ movement” as extremist, the situation for LGBTQ+ people within the country has reached a critical point. Facing increased danger, it’s become too dangerous for many to remain in Russia. On Saturday, March 16, take part in a w By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Business News Glamorous Brighton to close its doors Glamorous Brighton, which opened its doors last year – taking over the premises occupied by Le Village – is to close its doors for the final time on Monday, March 18. In a statement published on Facebook, owner Matthew Eason said: “So then! I can now officially announce that Glamorous Brighton will By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Features & Longread LGBT Humanists to celebrate its 45th anniversary in 2024 This year, LGBT Humanists celebrates a remarkable milestone – its 45th anniversary. For nearly half a century, its volunteers have been a driving force for LGBTQ+ rights, championing compassion, reason, and human rights across the country. But how did it all begin? LGBT Humanists’ story begins in 19 By Contributor • 2 min read
International News Man accused of a deadly shooting at a gay bar during Oslo Pride celebrations pleads not guilty on first day of trial Zaniar Matapour, the Iranian-born Norwegian man accused of a deadly shooting at a gay bar in Oslo during the city’s annual Pride celebrations in 2022, has declared himself not guilty of committing gross terrorism and murder. Two people died, nine suffered gunshot wounds and 25 others were injured af By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Pride Local queer artist Ladypat designs ‘FABULOSO’ artwork for Brighton & Hove Pride 2024 Local queer artist Ladypat has designed FABULOSO artwork for this year’s Brighton & Hove Pride to celebrate queer identities and the rich diversity and flamboyance of the LGBTQ+ community. Beginning in 2001, Ladypat (a name challenging notions of gender, class and punctuation) has always utilised te By Graham Robson • 2 min read
LGBTQ+ News “Homophobic” Commonwealth leaders jeered at Westminster Abbey Leaders of 30 Commonwealth countries that criminalise LGBTs, including the six that have a maximum penalty of life imprisonment for same-sex acts – Bangladesh, Guyana, Pakistan, Sierra Leone, Tanzania and Uganda – faced a barrage of boos and jeers as they arrived at today’s Commonwealth’s 75th anniv By Graham Robson • 3 min read
Features & Longread ELSKA spotlights bodies and voices of gay Madrid Elska, a project dedicated to sharing the bodies and voices of LGBTQ communities around the world, has put the spotlight on Madrid for its latest edition. Inside, readers can get to know a selection of ordinary men from the Spanish capital, introducing them through a combination of honest photograph By Graham Robson • 3 min read
LGBTQ+ News Pub Pride to return in May to celebrate local LGBTQ+ communities Ask For Clive, a charity that works with pubs and venues to create welcome spaces and tackle discrimination, held the first Pub Pride nationally in July 2021, working with Pride organisations, pub companies, business improvement districts and local councils to bring the event to life. Returning for By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Sport Pride Sports Cymru celebrates successful bid to host EuroGames in 2027 Pride Sports Cymru is celebrating after a successful bid for Cardiff to host EuroGames 2027. The result comes after a tightly contested vote at the European Gay & Lesbian Sport Federation (EGLSF) Annual General Assembly in Antwerp. EuroGames is the largest Europe-wide multi-sport event for LGBTQ+ at By Graham Robson • 2 min read
LGBTQ+ News ”Countries that criminalise LGBTQ+ people should be suspended from the Commonwealth.” Commonwealth leaders to face LGBTQ+ protest at Westminster The Peter Tatchell Foundation is coordinating a protest, which will include LGBTQ+ people who have fled victimisation and violence in Commonwealth countries. from 12pm on Monday, March 11 as “homophobic leaders” of 30 Commonwealth countries that criminalise LGBTs arrive at the Commonwealth’s 75th an By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Brighton Bear Weekend Brighton Bear Weekend: A Celebration of Community and Charity In the heart of Brighton, a special event unfolded on the evening of February 27 at the Fallen Angel. It was a night dedicated to expressing gratitude and celebrating the collective efforts that made the Brighton Bear Weekend a resounding success. The gathering wasn’t just any event; it was a testam By Contributor • 3 min read
