Eleven leaders of a prominent Turkish LGBTQ+ rights group are on trial in Izmir, facing up to three years in prison for charges related to social media posts and violating constitutional family protections.
Read moreCanadian model Milo Miles was detained by U.S. Customs officials who searched his phone and questioned his sexuality before issuing a decade-long ban, citing his work as an escort.
Read morePatricia McCormick's acclaimed novel 'Sold' details a young Nepali girl's forced entry into prostitution. Despite its numerous awards, the book is now one of the most frequently banned in US schools, sparking a fierce debate over censorship and the value of difficult stories.
Read moreGender X, a community space for trans and non-binary people in Rome, has reported a campaign of harassment that culminated in threats of violence. The group has criticized the police response and is calling for community solidarity.
Read moreThe International Queer & Migrant Film Festival will host a three-day 'Weekender' event at Amsterdam's LAB111 from May 1-3, featuring a curated program of films and an art exhibition ahead of its main festival in December.
Read moreMike Curato's award-winning graphic novel 'Flamer' explores a teen's difficult journey with identity, but its honesty has placed it at the center of censorship battles across the United States.
Read moreIgnacio Lago, a forward for Colón de Santa Fe, has become the first active professional footballer in Argentina to publicly come out as gay after a video of him with his partner gained widespread attention.
Read moreThe American Library Association's annual report on challenged books reveals that titles with LGBTQ+ themes are the primary targets of organized censorship campaigns in US schools and public libraries.
Read moreAdvocacy group Principle 17 has announced a symposium for May 2026 in Rotterdam, focusing on the systemic challenges and future pathways for transgender healthcare in the Netherlands.
Read moreNew images from Mexico City show Pedro Pascal filming the upcoming Todd Haynes film 'De Noche,' a queer romance set in the 1930s. The project, which also stars Danny Ramirez, moved forward after Joaquin Phoenix's departure last year.
Read moreA new in-person writing workshop is launching in Amsterdam, offering a structured and supportive environment for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies to explore creative expression using the Amherst Writers & Artists method.
Read moreAuthor Erin Ekins has spoken out after her guide for queer and autistic teenagers was removed by a Manchester-area school during a library 'audit', sparking concerns over censorship of LGBTQ+ resources.
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