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20 amazing tarot decks that embrace LGBTQ+ identities
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For all the queer witches out there, here’s a list of unmissable LGBTQ+ tarot decks that you should have in your mystical collection.
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LGBTQ+ refugee opens up about life in Afghanistan before seeking safety in Ireland
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Speaking to her friend Izzy Kamikaze, one LGBTQ+ refugee opens up about her life in Afghanistan before being forced to leave the country.
on Sep 5
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Gay country singer Orville Peck to make Broadway debut in Cabaret
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Orville Peck is set to make his highly anticipated Broadway debut in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, replacing Adam Lambert as Emcee.
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Meet Queer Hawk, Ireland's first LGBTQ+ barbershop and salon
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Since opening in October, Queer Hawk has been providing a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community to come in for cuts, coffees and chats.
on Dec 20
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24 fabulously festive Christmas gifts from Irish queer creatives
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Still shopping for Christmas? We've got you covered with 24 of the most fabulously festive queer Christmas gifts from Irish LGBTQ+ creatives.
on Dec 11
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Trans Secret Santa initiative backed by Drag Race stars and queer celebrities
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This holiday season, the Trans Secret Santa initiative is bringing visibility and kindness to trans youth across the UK.
on Dec 10
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Fórsa establishes first LGBTQ+ network to support queer workers in Ireland
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Fórsa also commemorated the long history of support from the trade union movement for the rights of LGBTQ+ people in Ireland.
on Dec 3
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Taoiseach discusses LGBTQ+ rights and trans healthcare during visit to Outhouse
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Taoiseach Simon Harris, joined by Minister Paschal Donohoe, visited the Outhouse LGBTQ+ Centre today to meet with CEO Oisín O’Reilly.
on Nov 18
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Cork City Council passes first motion tackling misinformation following Belong To campaign
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The motion was brought to Cork City Council by Cllr Pádraig Rice, following a pledge he made to Belong To's #CheckTheFacts campaign.
on Nov 13
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Second high court in Japan finds same-sex marriage ban unconstitutional
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This is the latest of a series of decisions finding Japan's ban on same-sex marriage to be unconstitutional.
on Oct 30
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Intersex LGBTQ+ youth face higher rates of mental health challenges, study suggests
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The Trevor Project’s National Survey on LGBTQ+ Youth Mental Health highlights significant risks faced by intersex young people.
on Oct 26
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Big Brother edits episode to remove lesbian contestant's pro-Palestine t-shirt
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A Big Brother episode was removed from ITVX and subsequently re-uploaded with the pro-Palestine T-shirt edited out.
on Oct 24
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TD urges Irish government to pause review of "highly politicised, junk science" Cass report
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Criticising the Irish government's decision to review the Cass report, TD Hourican said it shouldn't be allowed near policymaking in Ireland.
on Oct 18
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Uganda lost up to $1.6 billion due to anti-LGBTQ+ law, study suggests
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In the future, Uganda's anti-LGBTQ+ legislation is expected to amount to losses between $2.3 and $8.3 billion over a five-year period.
on Oct 17
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GALAS Awards returns in 2024 with emphatic celebration of Ireland’s LGBTQ+ community
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An array of organisations, activists and allies were recognised at the 2024 GALAS Awards, which took place on Saturday, October 5.
on Oct 9
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New professional association for trans healthcare launches in Ireland
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The association is made up of trans and cisgender professionals working across healthcare, law, policy, advocacy, research and more.
on Sep 18
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Uncovering the history of trailblazing advocacy group Bi Irish
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Set up in 1996, Bi Irish was responsible for hosting Europe's highly-succesful second Bisexual Conference.
on Sep 18
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Sinn Féin faces backlash for approving UK puberty blocker ban in Northern Ireland
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Last week, First Minister Michelle O’Neill, who is also the leader of Sinn Féin, approved a puberty blocker ban in Northern Ireland.
on Aug 29
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Trans woman allegedly denied urgent treatment at Dublin hospital calls for healthcare reform
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“It's a basic human right to access healthcare,” said Paige Behan, a trans woman who was denied urgent treatment at St James's Hospital.
on Aug 29
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Activists stage Dublin protest against Sinn Féin’s support of Northern Ireland puberty blocker ban
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At the protest, several speakers called on Sinn Féin to reverse their approval of the puberty blocker ban in Northern Ireland.
on Aug 27
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Irish disability rights activists condemn new Road Safety Authority ad as "ableist"
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Disability rights activists have described the Road Safety Authority's new ad as "the worst kind of ableist, offensive, car brain nonsense".
on Aug 23
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Exploring the legacy of colonial homophobia in Africa
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The contributing factors of homophobia in Africa include colonial legacy, political exploitation, and religious influence.
on Aug 1
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25 LGBTQ+ athletes we'll be rooting for at the Paris 2024 Olympics
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144 openly LGBTQ+ athletes from 25 different countries will travel to Paris this summer for the 2024 Olympics.
on Jul 27
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Former Ku Klux Klan 'grand dragon' reportedly advising Irish far-right groups
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Former Ku Klux Klan 'grand dragon' Frank Silva has reportedly been meeting remotely with Irish far-right extremists.
on Jul 26
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New study highlights positive impact of community efforts to combat mpox outbreak in Ireland
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The study shows Ireland successfully controlled the mpox outbreak through risk communication and community engagement efforts.
on Jul 22
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Ireland’s first Gaeltacht for LGBTQ+ adults launches this summer
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Taking place this August, the week-long Gaeltacht has been designed for all levels of LGBTQ+ learners of Irish.
on Jul 14
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Irish mental health organisations sign memorandum renouncing ‘conversion therapy’
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Three major mental health organisations joined forces today to sign a memorandum renouncing gay 'conversion therapy' practices in Ireland.
on Jul 13
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European Court of Human Rights rules against Russia in trans foster care case
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The European Court on Human Rights ruled on July 9 that Russia was in violation of Article 8 of the European Convention on Human Rights.
on Jul 13
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Trans and Intersex Pride Dublin to return in 2024
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Inviting supporters to join, Trans and Intersex Pride is set to return to Dublin for their annual march this Saturday, July 13, 2024.
on Jul 11
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Gay furry hackers strike massive cyber attack against US far-right Project 2025
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The hackers described Project 2025 as: “an authoritarian Christian nationalist plan to reform the United States government.”
on Jul 10
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UK charity Mermaids launches crowdfunder to continue supporting trans youth
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The launch of Mermaids’ crowdfunder comes after NHS England stopped prescriptions of puberty blockers for trans youth earlier this year.
on Jul 9
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New exhibition celebrates work of late Northern Irish trans artist Jordan Howe
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In memory of trans artist Jordan Howe, A Clarity of The Stars will open in Millenium Court Arts Centre on July 5.
on Jun 29
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New Stonewall visitor centre opens commemorating 55th anniversary of 1969 riots
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The Stonewall National Monument Visitors Center opens today, June 28, on the 55th anniversary of the 1969 Stonewall Riots.
on Jun 29
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Thailand makes history as first Southeast Asian country to legalise same-sex marriage
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Thailand is also just the third nation in all of Asia to have marriage equality, following Taiwan and Nepal.
on Jun 26
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Why we still need Pride in 2024
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Celebrating Pride is more important now in 2024 than ever. LGBTQ+ or not, here is what to keep in mind this year.
on Jun 26
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Bisexual Irish singer CMAT latest act to pull out of Latitude in solidarity with Palestine
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Many fans are supporting CMAT's decision to pull out of the Latitude festival, sharing: "You’re on the right side of history".
on Jun 1
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The accounts posted exclusively about Irish and international politics expressing extreme, anti-immigrant, anti-trans, and anti-Gaza views.
on May 27
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Activists write open letter to Irish Health Minister calling for action on trans healthcare
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In a letter, activists from Transgress the NGS called on Irish Health Minister Donnelly to intervene on current trans healthcare policies.
on May 24
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Pillow Queens pull out of Latitude Festival in solidarity with Palestine
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Pillow Queens announced this decision in support of Palestine after learning that Barclays is the UK festival's headline partner.
on May 24
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Trans stories spotlighted at prestigious Cannes Film Festival
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At the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, trans storylines emerged as a recurring theme, earning praises from LGBTQ+ critics.
on May 24
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DUP councillor Colin Kennedy said that it is no surprise that people who support the LGBTQ+ community "are now seeking to defend Hamas".
on May 14
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Trans Writers Union's boycott of Irish Times gathers momentum
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The boycott of the Irish Times began on August 21 in response to the alleged imbalance surrounding Trans representation in their paper.
on Apr 28
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Hostile anti-trans politics on the rise in Europe, new research finds
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The report found that mainstream media played a key role in perpetuating anti-gender politics and negative visibility of transgender people.
on Apr 28
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30 Irish lesbian trailblazers who have paved the way for a better Ireland
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Get to know some of the most prominent Irish lesbian trailblazers making a difference throughout recent history.
on Apr 26
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Over 130 Irish academics sign open letter criticising Cass Review on transgender healthcare
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In response to the Cass Review, Irish academics have published a letter calling for a more balanced approach to trans healthcare in Ireland.
on Apr 19
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TENI issues statement in response to Cass Review on trans healthcare
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In addition to TENI, other LGBTQ+ organisations have issued responses to the Cass Review, raising concerns about some of its content.
on Apr 13
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How being an LGBTQ+ student in Ireland changed through the generations
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Members of Ireland's queer community share their experiences about what it was like to be a LGBTQ+ student in Ireland in past generations.
on Apr 9
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Watch: Trans folk share heartwarming stories in new video for Trans Day of Visibility 2024
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Featuring a special appearance from Dr Lydia Foy, the new film, Sharing Trans Stories, marks Trans Day of Visibility 2024 with joy and hope.
on Mar 30
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After the NHS stopped prescribing puberty blockers, Trans and Intersex Pride Dublin spoke out about the state of trans healthcare in Ireland.
on Mar 27
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Queer Irish-language influencer responds after receiving homophobic comments online
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Queer Irish influencer Cian Ó Gríofa spoke to GCN after receiving homophobic hate comments on an interview he did with the Irish Examiner.
on Mar 14