LGBTQ
Philly’s ‘AIDS’ office goes away: How a new acronym helps fight racism in medicine
The Division of HIV Health is working to reduce stigma and increase equity — and its name is part of the key.
3 years ago
Central Bucks School District is considering removing 60 more books from its libraries
The district will review a total of 65 books for “inappropriate” and “sexualized content.” All of the books show up on a book reporting site used by Moms for Liberty.
3 years ago
Listen 1:34The open letter states that Central Bucks School Board is targeting its LGBTQ students.
3 years ago
Listen 1:28The Central Bucks School District is buying books to consider banning them from libraries
As part of its book review process, the district is buying books so committees can read them and make recommendations.
3 years ago
FDA moves to ease restrictions on blood donations for men who have sex with men
Under the current policy — last updated in 2020 — men who have sex with men can donate blood if they haven't had sexual contact with other men for three months.
3 years ago
The Central Bucks South High School librarian papered his windows with posters of Holocaust survivor Elie Wiesel’s words, after the principal reversed the order of removal.
3 years ago
Listen 1:08This would be the first test of the controversial library book policy, which aims to ban books deemed “inappropriate” for including “sexualized content.”
3 years ago
Listen 6:12Flyers coach Tortorella defends Provorov’s Pride boycott
Provorov cites his Russian Orthodox religion as the reason he did not participate in warmups on Tuesday before the game against the Anaheim Ducks.
3 years ago
Flyers defenseman Provorov cites religion for boycott on Pride night
Provorov did not skate with his teammates before Tuesday night’s game against Anaheim as the Flyers celebrated their annual Pride night.
3 years ago
Central Bucks teachers protest flurry of ‘anti-LGBTQ’ policies and directives
Central Bucks educators, students, and parents rallied outside the administration’s meeting about a policy that bans Pride flags and other inclusive classroom decor.
3 years ago
Listen 1:41The Central Bucks School District passed a contentious policy that bans teachers from “advocacy activities” — a move the community fears will marginalize LGBTQ students.
3 years ago
Pennridge students share insight on their experience with a policy up for vote in Central Bucks School District that may censor classroom decor and conversations.
3 years ago
Listen 2:08After the Club Q shooting, drag queens say they’re upping security measures
Drag performers, known for their exuberance in the spotlight, have found their spirits subdued in the last month by serious concerns for their safety on stage.
3 years ago
Killing of local trans activist under investigation in Philadelphia
Jackson's killing remains an active investigation by police.
3 years ago
People’s Light Theatre has hired a security firm after threats against the group for its holiday panto that’s more LBGTQ+ inclusive than in years past.
3 years ago
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