The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has assured members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and intersex (LGBTQIA+) community of its willingness to listen for adoption of recommendations of policies and laws that would "protect them from stigma, discrimination and hate." The...
DAVAO CITY – Almost 8,000 members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer, and asexual (LGBTQIA+) community here marched during the Pride Parade of the first-ever Duaw Dabaw Festival from Roxas Ave. to Rizal Park at San Pedro Square here on Sunday, June 23. Harold Quibete,...
Rowena Guanzon (X) If you're queer and in legal trouble, have no fear, because P3PWD Party-list nominee Rowena Guanzon has your back. Guanzon, a lawyer, is offering free legal advice to the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender community...
The Philippines taking a step forward for inclusivity and equality is a “victory for all” as Vice President Sara Duterte underscored how Pride Month celebrates the Filipinos’ shared humanity and aspirations. Vice President Sara Duterte (Inday Sara Duterte/Facebook) In her...
Foreign envoys in the Philippines joined Saturday, June 22, in the celebration of Pride Month in the country. The ambassadors of Germany, France, Canada, Australia, United Kingdom and the embassies of Colombia, Mexico and Spain joined in the celebration held in Quezon City. German Ambassador...
For many queer individuals, fashion has been their safe space. It allowed them to tell their stories as they style themselves with pieces that speak to who they are. As we unfold a new Pride season, many fashion brands are unveiling rainbow-tinted collections, celebrating all kinds of...
Pride and Power Vol. IV: Same Love, Same Care, Same Right When: June 14, 10 p.m. Where: Matrix Creation Events, Quezon City Pop Emergency invites you to celebrate, dance, sing, and aspire for a better future in Pride and Power, Vol. IV: Same Love, Same Care, Same Right. Enjoy a night of drag...
In a bid to enhance inclusivity and protection for the LGBTQIA+ community, the Muntinlupa City government will establish a Rainbow Desk that will focus on addressing the concerns and needs of the sector. LGBTQIA+ means lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, intersex and asexual...
When was the last time you joined a run where the winners would strut down a catwalk during the evening’s awarding ceremony? A run where rainbow confetti and drummers would herald the start of the early morning run? Or a run where there’s also a Best in Costume prize? That kind of fun during an...
Pioneering Pinoy innovation, the Ateneo de Davao University (AdDU) Rocketry Team has made history by becoming the first Philippine representative to pass the Flight Readiness Review (FRR) for the Spaceport America Cup 2024 - Intercollegiate Rocket Engineering Competition (SAC-IREC). The Ateneo de...
The LGBTQIA+ Community’s fight for inclusivity, diversity, and equal rights doesn't end in June. While we bid farewell to the colorful month, our mission of creating safe spaces for our queer brothers and sister and making their voices heard continues. And if you need a constant reminder, these...
CARIGARA, Leyte – Mayor Eduardo Ong Jr. here expressed support to the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, and Asexual (LGBTQIA+) community during the Pride March and Concert in this town on Friday, June 30. “You don’t have to be a gay or lesbian to show your support to the...
