I am not different, I am just gay
As a boy age six I knew in my heart I was not going to like girls, but instead boys and men were…
Marc-Antony’s Coming Out Story
Born into a family whose heritage demanded sons follow traditional paths, I spent 20 years in an iron-wrought closet. Life was, as I’d…
Homophobia and Toxic Masculinity Exposed in Short Film
Did you ever hear these phrases in high school: “Quit being such a girl” or “That’s gay” or maybe “Don’t be such a…
Coming Out to Your Mom: A Video by Jesi
There’s not that much positive local LGBT content on YouTube & I’d thought this would be a great way to improve that, and…
Born Naked – Drag Queens Turning Trash into Treasure
Discover how modern drag queens are subverting norms, turning trash into treasure, and using gender expression as an act of fearless self-love.
The 10 most gay friendly countries in the world
We explore the world to find the top ten gay friendly countries, based not on the legal status of gay rights, but rather…
France allows gays to donate blood
France is going to allow gay men to donate blood from 2016 as long as they have not had sex with another man…
Warrick Ryan: Rising Star of South African Music
Discover Warrick Ryan, the South African singer-songwriter whose emotional lyrics and unique voice are captivating fans and reshaping local music.
7 Things a Gay Teenager Learns Growing Up
Teenagers have a completely different view of the world. Here are the things people learn as they progress from teenager to adult.
LGBTQ+ Youth in Schools: Challenges & Hope
Explore the challenges LGBTQ+ students face in schools, including bullying and mental health risks, and how education and support can drive acceptance.
An African Gay Man – Coming Out & Coming Of Age
Many people ask me why I am always so “alive”. Well, if you know my history then you would understand.
Gay marriage in America – a win for all
Gay marriage is now allowed in all states of America. Find out why this is not only a victory for America, but for…
Feminine Gays: The Strongest of the Bunch
Feminine gays are often treated badly by both straight and gay people. This article proposes that feminine gays (fems) are more of a…
The Church and Homosexuality: Is the condemnation just?
Does the Bible really say that being gay is wrong, or has the church pulled out wordings that incorrectly appear to be against…
Being Gay is Not a Choice: Understanding Sexual Orientation
Doesn’t society get tired though? Throughout the ages, an annoyingmantra has been preached and forcibly enforced onto our heads that being gay is…
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