Aging with HIV
Those in our communities who were diagnosed in the 1980s and early 1990s were essentially given a terminal diagnosis and told that their HIV...
Why is PrEP not as accessible as it should be?
In 2012, a potentially revolutionary medical treatment was introduced that held the promise of wiping out HIV in America. Now, more than six years...
The Hidden Survivors: Why people living and aging with HIV will...
Long-term survivors of HIV face unique challenges – they are the “hidden” survivors of the epidemic. When I was diagnosed with HIV in 1989,...
Mazzoni Center’s new production highlights local stories of HIV
In recognition of World AIDS Day on Dec. 1, Mazzoni Center will put on a show that includes performances of real stories written by...
Philadelphia Fins celebrate 30 years
As the Philadelphia Fins Aquatic Club celebrates its 30th anniversary as a welcoming and inclusive place for LGBTQ swimmers, it continues to try to...
Advocates blast ‘mean- spirited’ appeal in Boyertown restroom dispute
Advocates for LGBT equality are blasting an appeal recently filed with the U.S. Supreme Court that seeks to prevent transgender students at Boyertown Area...
World AIDS Day: Know your status
On the 30th annual World AIDS Day, organizers want to make it clear: Despite advancements in treatment, the disease is still a formidable threat....
Queer and trans-inclusive erotica event comes to Philly
If all you want for the holidays is a space to unleash your desires and fantasies, you needn’t wait for Santa. SEXx Interactive will...
Gay men claim unlawful eviction
Two men claim they were rendered homeless after being evicted from their Port Richmond apartment because they were in a same-sex relationship. ...
Reflections on an epidemic
Wayne, Bruce, Troy, Greg, Marcus, John, Dominic … I remember their names. Beautiful men — mostly young, certainly too young to die. I remember...
LGBTQ youth residence ‘raises the roof’ off fundraising goal
Project HOME tripled its goal at the “Raise the Roof” fundraiser on Nov. 15 with more than $350,000 going towards the state’s first LGBTQ-friendly...
Threat to gay nightclubs shakes community
A threat to “shoot up” Woody’s and Voyeur Nightclub is leaving community members questioning their safety while they enjoy the Gayborhood’s night life. ...
Khalif announces candidacy for a seat on Philadelphia City Council
Asa Khalif, a local activist who recently declared his candidacy for a seat on Philadelphia City Council, said one of his first official acts...
Trans woman pleads guilty in firefighter incident
Kate Lynn Blatt, a Pottsville trans woman, last week pleaded guilty to assaulting two firefighters during a dispute on her property last year. ...
Black Queer-itute
It is officially the holiday season. If black LGBTQ folks do not have it hard enough, we are about to embark on the exhausting,...
Reported Mazzoni Center firing for ‘flagrant insubordination’
Mazzoni Center reportedly fired its Senior Health and Sexuality Educator for violating its harassment policy, contributing to a hostile work environment and “flagrant or...
Weighing words of wisdom: Part 2
When I was growing up, my parents had one of those wall sayings you get from the Hallmark store tacked up in the house...
A new transgender safe haven
Transgender, non-binary, gender-nonconforming people and those questioning their identity are now being connected with job opportunities and access to critical resources and services at...
Looking at the link between mental health and HIV
The prevalence of mental-health issues in people living with HIV often goes unnoticed or untreated and the impact is resulting in a lower quality...
Community dinners welcome all for Thanksgiving
Area residents in need of Thanksgiving plans or food for the day can take advantage of the free community dinners and food drives happening...
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