LGBTQ
Inside Kazakhstan’s secret drag scene
The gay club in Astana, Kazakhstan is unassuming, hidden behind a plain door in one of the city’s many Soviet-era housing blocks. Inside, it’s the centre of an entire community.
Written by: Isobel Knight
An insider’s view of Mexico City’s LGBTQ+ community
One photographer’s intimate look inside communal joy and queer spirit in the Mexican capital.
Written by: Isaac Muk
In photos: the gay rights movement of the ‘80s and ‘90s
When he moved to London in 1978, photographer Sunil Gupta found a country still wracked by deep homophobia and a burgeoning protest movement resisting it.
Written by: Isaac Muk
A photographic diary of Travis Alabanza’s day-to-day
A series of intimate portraits by Rene Matić, shot primarily in Alabanza’s home city of Bristol, portrays their authentic expression of self away from the spotlight.
Written by: Isaac Muk
Radical portraits of LGBTQI+ people around the world
Robin Hammond's polaroid series highlights queer people in countries where their identities are criminalised. The results speak to experiences of discrimination and violence, but also perseverance and hope.
Written by: Isaac Muk
Queer people grow old, too
From social clubs and custom painted vans to bathhouses and retirement communities, more and more filmmakers and photographers are showing what life actually looks like for LGBTQ+ elders.
Written by: Jake Hall
Thousands join vigils in memory of Brianna Ghey
Rest in pride — Following the brutal killing of trans teenager Brianna Ghey in Warrington this weekend, thousands gather at events held around the UK and Ireland in her name.
Written by: Ben Smoke
An electrifying portrait of New York’s ballroom community
Yohon Tatum, aka Legendary Father of the House of Tisci, reflects on nurturing a new generation of talent.
Written by: Miss Rosen
What 2022 meant for trans rights in the UK
Fight for liberation — We look back on a year that saw solidarity and strength in the face of huge blows to the trans community.
Written by: Caleb Howard
Inside Ireland’s first queer Gaelic football team
Wear your colours — As the country slowly frees itself from the grip of social conservatism, its national sports are modernising too, powered by a new generation of athletes and fans determined to create more inclusive spaces. At the forefront of this movement is Na Gaeil Aeracha, the country’s first ever queer GAA club.
Written by: Róisín Lanigan