LGBTQ
Couches to Pop-Up On Philly Streets To Raise Awareness for LGBT Homeless Youth
In what may be one of the most unique and attention-grabbing publicity campaigns we’ve seen, Valley Youth House will be placing random couches throughout Center […]
North Philly Killing Draws National Attention
Good morning, Philadelphia. Here’s what you need to know today. The killing of Kiesha Jenkins has quickly become a national story. Jenkins, a 22-year-old trans woman, […]
#SayHerName Trending on Social Media After Murder of Kiesha Jenkins
Philadelphia is once again on the national stage, this time for a rather unfortunate reason: The hashtag #SayHerName is trending on Facebook and other social […]
22-Year-Old Trans Woman Shot, Killed in North Philadelphia
A 22-year-old Philadelphia trans woman was shot and killed early this morning in North Philadelphia, according to police. Kiesha Jenkins was attacked by five or […]
DVLF Awards Six Organizations Grants for LGBT Initiatives
Last evening, the Delaware Valley Legacy Fund (DVLF) awarded six local service organizations, which featured innovative LGBT initiatives, a host of handsome grants for their work during a ceremony […]
Brian Sims: “I’m Running For Congress!”
Brian Sims put the speculation to rest this morning when he announced via Facebook that he is, indeed, running for Congress, challenging indicted incumbent Chaka […]
Gay Matinee Idol Tab Hunter Coming to Philly
Hollywood heartthrob Tab Hunter, who appeared opposite some of Hollywood’s most famous leading ladies (Sophia Loren, Gwen Verdon, Natalie Wood, and Debbie Reynolds, to name […]
Let Me Entertain You: Will Lady Gaga Play the Title Role in Gypsy Remake with Barbra Streisand?
Wherever we go, whatever we do, we’re gonna go through it together. That’s the word on the street when it comes to Lady Gaga possibly playing […]
4 Things To Do If Your Workplace Needs LGBT Sensitivity Training
How’s this for a scenario: How many of you have been the “token” LGBT person “on staff” and have been the designated go-to person to […]
Janet Jackson is Officially Back
Janet Jackson is officially back. We could’ve easily said this a few months ago when the living legend announced her return to music as well […]
22 Ways to Celebrate LGBT History Month in Philadelphia
October is LGBT history month, and Philadelphia offers a plethora of ways to celebrate the occasion: From workshops and exhibits to parties and parades, the City of […]
Philly City Council Committee Approves Gender Neutral Bathroom Bill
Mandatory gender neutral single-stall public restrooms in Philadelphia are one step closer to becoming reality after a City Council committee approved the measure. “We can all […]
Philadelphia’s Official Rainbow Flag Raising Ceremony Set
October marks LGBT History Month, and the City of Philadelphia is carrying on with the tradition of raising a rainbow flag right next to the […]
Mel Heifetz, Jennifer Higdon to be Featured at William Way’s Indigo Ball
Several big details were announced today about the upcoming William Way LGBT Community Center’s Indigo Ball, including one of the awardees who will be honored at […]
Nijicon LGBTQ Comic Con Returns to Philly Area This October
There is a notable increase of interest in comic books, movies, and games in the LGBTQ community, and the annual Nijicon (which translates to “rainbow”) […]