Flotilla Erupts Over Queer Activists
When your “unity flotilla” can’t handle a little rainbow realness 🌈⛵—queer activists spark drama, expose hypocrisy, and show who’s really steering the ship. 🚨💅
Rights Group Reveals Digital Crackdown on LGBTQ Community in Middle East and North Africa
Human Rights Watch exposes how governments and security agencies have been using social media and dating apps to clamp down on the LGBTQ community. #LGBTQrights #HumanRights #MiddleEast #NorthAfrica #SocialMediaCrackdown #TechCompanies
Planned Parenthood Global Hosts Discussion on the Role of LGBTQ in the Fight for Equal Rights in Iran
As protests continue in Iran, activists discuss the importance of centering LGBTQ and minority voices in the fight for equal rights. Read more about the conversation hosted by Planned Parenthood Global. #Iran #LGBTQ #equalrights #PlannedParenthoodGlobal #ThisIsBrave #socialjustice
From Russia to Israel: A Queer Woman’s Journey to Freedom and Acceptance
Maria-Valeria Morris, a queer woman with degrees in law and cultural anthropology, fled Russia for Israel where she found freedom and acceptance. #QueerWomen #Russia #Israel #Aliyah #Acceptance #CulturalAnthropology
Transgender Girl Forced Out of Israeli School Amid Anti-Trans Pressure
Transgender girl forcibly removed from Israeli school due to anti-trans pressure. The safety and wellbeing of a young child should always be the priority #TransRights #LGBTQRights
Turkey’s LGBTQ+ Sex Workers Face Eviction in Housing Crisis
#Turkey's #inflation crisis is leaving LGBTQ+ sex workers struggling to make ends meet as landlords double rent prices. #LGBTQrights
Tolerance in the Religious-Zionist Community: A New Survey Finds Surprising Results
A new survey by the Institute for Research on Judaism and Zionism reveals that the mainstream Religious-Zionist community is open to accepting #LGBT individuals in their schools and synagogues. #Tolerance #Inclusivity #Jewish #Israel
Standing Up for LGBTQ Rights: Harish Residents Host Private Screening of Banned Holocaust Documentary
A screening of the award-winning Holocaust documentary, "Dear Fredy," was canceled in the city of Harish due to opposition from the ultra-Orthodox community. The film highlights the story of a gay German Jew who saved children during the Holocaust.
Beyoncé’s Dubai Performance Sparks Controversy Among LGBT Fans
As Beyoncé made her long-awaited return to the stage for a private concert in Dubai, the event sparked a heated debate among fans and critics alike. Despite a strict no-phones policy at the exclusive gig, footage of the show flooded the internet and fans were thrilled to see the return of Queen B. However, some were not as excited due to the United Arab Emirates' strict laws against same-sex relationships.
Israel’s Netanyahu moving ahead on legal overhaul despite outcry
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday his government plans to charge ahead…
Israel’s Participation in Eurovision 2023 in Jeopardy Due to Government Threats to Shut Down Public Broadcaster
The future of Israel’s participation in the Eurovision Song Contest is in jeopardy due to the country’s government…