LGBTQI
Poland's Ruling Party Is Using Homophobia to Attract Voters in Sunday's Presidential Election
The Law and Justice party surged to power in 2015 on the back of a xenophobic campaign demonizing refugees and migrants. Now, politicians have turned their attention to the LGBTQ community.
Poland’s Populist Government Has Declared War on the LGBTQ Community
“People who look stereotypically queer or gay are being attacked on the street for this, almost every day.”
As an Intersex Person, Coming Out Is a Continual Struggle
Stigma and lack of representation mean living openly as intersex requires explaining my identity over and over again. But it's absolutely worth it.
Queer People Describe Their First Time in a Gay Club
"I realized that this was what freedom looked like."
Timothée Chalamet Had an Incredible 2017
The 'Call Me by Your Name' star on how fortunate he is to be acting at such a young age.
Portraits of South Africa's Lesbian Community
Zanele Muholi's portraits use firsthand accounts to document the experience of living in a country that constitutionally protects the rights of LGBTI people, but often fails to defend them from targeted violence.
Soto Voce’s Loud Arrival
How a trans woman from Oakland and a Colombian immigrant made instant magic. Watch the video premiere of "Better" exclusively on Noisey.
Much More Than a DIY Haven, The Smell Is One of LA’s Most Queer-Friendly Spaces
The DIY institution's impending closure could mean the loss of a safe space for young people still grappling with their sexualities.
Here's a List of Vigils for Orlando Being Held Across the Country
An organization called #WeAreOrlando has assembled a state-by-state directory.
There’s Never Been a Worse Time to Be Gay in Indonesia
A gay panic that started with LGBTQI emojis has escalated to a full on government crackdown.
'The Royal Heart' Is a Transgender Fairy Tale for All
“Once upon a time, in a far away land, lived a King and Queen...”
Do We Still Need Gay Awards Ceremonies in 2015?
I went to this year's Attitude Pride Awards to find out if these kinds of events are segregationist, or if they still highlight the kind of LGBT role models society needs.