Photos by Milan Loiacono We learn our ABCs in preschool but for many people there is still a series of letters that seem unfamiliar. It’s time to demystify the LGBTQIAP+ acronym. The following explanations of each letter are compiled from sources including the LGBTQIA Resource Center at UC Davis, OutRight Action International, The New York Times and interviews with … [Read more...] about The ABCs of LGBTQ+
Asexual
Learn Queer Issues to Counteract LGBTQIAP+ Discrimination
Art by Elizabeth Brummer Despite any progress the world makes in recognizing queer culture and rights, the LGBTQ+ community faces challenges that impact their day-to-day lives. What does it mean to understand a queer identity? What does it mean to be a part of the gender spectrum versus the sexual spectrum? What are the challenges and setbacks every queer identity … [Read more...] about Learn Queer Issues to Counteract LGBTQIAP+ Discrimination
In Queer Spaces, Being Gay is a Privilege
Art by Madeline Duvall Am I gay? Well, yes, but actually no. I’m a non-binary asexual, so I’m not gay in the truest sense of the word. However, the word gay has also become an umbrella term for the entire LGBTQ+ community. While it’s not necessarily a bad thing, this says something about the visibility of the letter G from the outside of the community as well as from … [Read more...] about In Queer Spaces, Being Gay is a Privilege