A shelter just for LGBTQ people: Ark of Safety is opening in North Philadelphia
With a dozen beds plus support services, the new sanctuary is targeting a mid-September launch.
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Remembering Michael Hinson, one of Philly’s most beloved LGBTQ community leaders
The activist and advocate has died at 55 years old.
As COVID lingers, Philly club owners are trying to figure out how to handle monkeypox
The Health Department hasn’t said whether cases originated at any local bars or clubs. Now, staff are relying on signage and rubber gloves to stay safe.
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What it’s like to be a trans kid going back to school in Philly
The district's policy doesn't always stop bullying or discrimination, but students also find support among classmates.
Dashboard confirms Philly’s monkeypox vaccine disparity: Most cases affect people of color, while most doses are going to white people
The limited vaccine supply will make it difficult to correct the inequity, but organizations are trying.
Pa. took a step toward limiting ‘conversion therapy’ — but the traumatic practice isn’t actually banned
What Gov. Wolf’s decree means for LGBTQ Pennsylvanians.
New GoFundMe supports ex-Prevention Point workers who called out dangerous conditions and harassment
“It became extremely apparent that the survivors were really suffering,” said one of the fundraiser’s organizers.
Are Philly’s monkeypox vaccines going mostly to white people? The Health Department won’t yet release data to confirm or deny the rumor
City officials say the sample size is too small to report demographics, but other places do it.
Whose history is it, anyway? Examining how we commemorate the city’s first Gay Pride March | Opinion
In 1972, Cei Bell was a 17-year-old volunteer.
Voguing, dance, and fashion take over the Franklin Institute at the 2022 Summer Ball
The Pride month event was created as a “choose your own adventure” to appeal to all types.
Philly’s lack of queer Latine spaces leaves the community frustrated
Sammy's Place on North 5th Street bucks the trend — and has been attracting a younger crowd.
La falta de espacios para Latine queer en Filadelfia crea frustración en la comunidad
Muchos sienten que sus necesidades no son satisfechas y que sus voces no son escuchadas.
Philly’s 10th annual Disability Pride Parade celebrates inclusivity, access, and community
“Getting together and having fun is a way of gaining power,” said one organizer.
Thousands march through Philadelphia for a revived Pride that celebrates all
First-time organizers PHL Pride Collective largely pulled off their goal of an inclusive, welcoming event.
The Philadelphia Orchestra puts on its first-ever Pride concert, with a chorus and drag queen joining the program of LGBTQ composers
The June 2 show at Verizon Hall is free with RSVP.
Trans Art Mart brings 50 vendors to an inclusive outdoor marketplace at Love City Brewing on Saturday
The event has been more than two years in the making.
Northwest Philly students took the lead, organizing an assembly for school teachers on queer and trans issues
The professional development session provided a list of tangible tips.
Philly can vote to get rid of man-centric language in the city charter
Right now, the city’s governing document defines some positions as for “men of recognized standing.” A ballot question in the May primary would change that.
Penn’s Lia Thomas wins 3 events and sets 5 records at Ivies on her way to the NCAA championships
Despite “all the world talking about her,” the trans swimmer performed under pressure in front of a supportive crowd.
Penn swimmer Lia Thomas cleared to compete in NCAA Championships after rule change on trans athletes
“It's unfortunate that she is under this incredible microscope,” said a researcher about the flurry of debate over Thomas’ participation.