“Historic Lows”: Meta, X and YouTube Slammed in New LGBTQ+ Online Safety Report
GLAAD warns that LGBTQ+ safety on Meta, X and YouTube is worsening as hate, harassment and misinformation rise online.
Vatican Report Gives LGBTQ+ Catholics a Voice for the First Time
A new Vatican report includes LGBTQ+ testimonies and signals a softer tone on queer Catholics and church dialogue.
‘Moral Convictions’ Cited as Namibia Tells UN to ‘Wait’ on LGBTQ+ Rights
Namibia tells UN Human Rights Council that LGBTQ+ rights depend on “moral conviction”, dodging reform calls as pressure grows over equality delays.
Ghana AIDS Commission Defends Condoms and Lubricants Amid Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill Attack
Ghana’s AIDS Commission has been forced to defend its work after an anti-LGBTQ+ MP claimed its distribution of condoms and lubricant promotes homosexuality.
Senegal’s New Anti-LGBTQ+ Law is Driving People Away from HIV Care
Data shows that Senegal’s harsh anti-LGBTQ+ law is already driving people away from HIV services, threatening the country’s HIV response.
SAHRC Defends Beloftebos Settlement Amid Criticism from Affected Couple
The SA Human Rights Commission has responded to criticism over its settlement with the Beloftebos wedding venue after a same-sex couple say they were excluded.
European Parliament Backs EU-Wide Ban on Conversion Therapy
The European Parliament has backed a citizen-led initiative to stamp out dangerous conversion therapy practices in the European Union.
SAHRC Settles Beloftebos Same-Sex Wedding Discrimination Case
After 6 years, the Beloftebos same-sex wedding venue discrimination case is settled in the Western Cape Equality Court, but the outcome is mixed, and questions remain.
Historic Step: Botswana Officially Removes Same-Sex Ban from Law
Botswana removes same-sex intimacy ban from its law, years after a landmark court ruling, marking a historic step for LGBTQ+ rights.
Community Supports Gay Dads After Viral Street Clash with Right-Wing Influencer
Gay dad faces charges after clash with right-wing influencer who targeted his family. Community raises over $150k in support.