First Indigenous CEO of Saskatchewan arts organization ‘humbled’ by chance to inspire her community
Lisa Bird-Wilson is looking to build on the work already being done to bridge gaps in underserved communities, including Indigenous, 2SLGBTQ+, newcomer and disabled artists…
Turkey’s Erdogan launches ‘Year of the Family’ with an attack on the LGBTQ community
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan marked the launch of Turkey’s “Year of the Family” on Monday with an attack on the LGBTQ community and the announcement of measures to boost birth rates.
Dolly Parton Declines Presidential Honour for Third Time
Dolly Parton, beloved country music icon and LGBTQIA+ ally, has apparently turned down the prestigious Presidential Medal of Freedom, for the third time. It has been revealed that the global … The post Dolly Parton Declines Presidential Honour for Third Time appeared first on Star Observer…
Meta Makes More Changes Removing LGBTQIA+ Pride Themes
Massive changes have been underway at Meta, owners of Facebook, Instagram, Whatsapp and Threads, which are negatively effecting the LGBTQIA+ community and causing internal chaos at the company. Changes have … The post Meta Makes More Changes Removing LGBTQIA+ Pride Themes appeared first on Star Observer…
Turkey’s Erdogan targets LGBTQ+ community in push for ‘Year of the Family’ initiatives
The Turkish president took swipe at the LGBTQ+ community and at social media as he announced new measures to encourage child birth…Tinubu approves Revised Military Conduct Rules, bans LGBTQ+ Activities and Cross-Dressing
The Federal government’s 2024 HAFCTCS has prohibited LGBTQ+ activities, cross dressing, amorous relationships, and misconduct, aiming to enforce discipline. The federal government has prohibited personnel of the Nigerian military from engaging in homosexuality, bestiality, cross-dressing, and other behaviours that contravene the revised Harmonised Armed Forces Terms and Conditions of Service...
Meta’s Updated ‘Hateful Conduct Policy’ Will Allow Users To Say LGBT Members Have ‘Mental Illness’
Meta lets users call LGBTQ+ people mentally ill, citing ‘free speech.’ Critics fear this fuels hate and discrimination…
Melbourne LGBTQ+ Venues Vandalised As Activists Call For Midsumma Boycott
An autonomous group of activists have vandalised several gay venues in Melbourne, calling for a boycott of Midsumma. Yah Yahs, Sircuit, Wet on Wellington, and The Peel were tagged with … The post Melbourne LGBTQ+ Venues Vandalised As Activists Call For Midsumma Boycott appeared first on Star Observer…
Rainbow Shorts: Flickerfest Returns in 2025 With Stunning LGBTQIA+ Program
Australia’s premier global short film festival Flickerfest returns in 2025, with a stunning program that offers something to interest folks from all walks of life. This year, the festival will … The post Rainbow Shorts: Flickerfest Returns in 2025 With Stunning LGBTQIA+ Program appeared first on Star Observer…