In line with its unwavering commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), Nestlé Philippines proudly joined the Love Laban Pride March held in Quezon City on June 28, 2025, with Nescafé as its key brand partner. The company’s active participation highlights its belief that creating a...
Pride Month may be over, but its purpose and mission never stop. A testament to that are the artworks of the late Filipino modern and contemporary abstract painter Justin Nuyda. To wrap up June, the Nuyda Estate released open edition archival prints of the artist’s “Pride.” “My father has...
On June 21, 2025, the streets of Barangay Poblacion in Makati City lit up with color, music, and community as Makati Pride 2025 took over with its official celebration, “Spread the Love, Makati.” The city transformed into a safe and festive space for everyone, echoing its powerful call for...
Members of the diplomatic community expressed their solidarity with the LGBTQIA+ community as the Philippines celebrated Pride Month during a historic “Lov3Laban Festival 2025” held at the University of the Philippines-Diliman grounds on Saturday, June 28. Canadian Ambassador to the...
When Alvin Miranda and Jappy Reyes met in 2011, one of the first things they talked about was starting a family. “On our first date, Jappy asked if I wanted kids and said that we probably wouldn’t work out if I didn’t,” recalls Alvin, 43, vice president of marketing. “I really liked him,...
On June 26, 1994, more than 30 queer advocates took to the streets of Quezon City to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots. Led by ProGay Philippines and the Metropolitan Community Church, the event—dubbed “Stonewall Manila”—was historic. It marked the first Pride...
Popular fashion designer Renee Salud and hairdresser Ricky Reyes shared their journeys from humble beginnings to becoming icons during a recent interview for Toni Talks on YouTube. Renee and Ricky also gave their unsolicited advice to gay men in terms of being in a relationship with real men....
Vice President Sara Duterte expressed her support for proposed legislative measures that would address the specific needs for equality, health reforms, and social security of the LGBTQIA+ community. In her speech during the “Kasarilayaan 2025” event on Wednesday, June 25, organized by the...
The Quezon City government will launch the first-ever RainbowQC Pride Film Festival featuring nine powerful films that center on LGBTQ+ stories and voices on Wednesday, June 25. The festival is a special edition of the acclaimed QCinema International Film Festival. “QCinema is one of our city’s...
Vice President Sara Duterte called on Filipinos to protect the rights of the LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender) community as a form of standing up for the country’s democratic principles. In a message for Pride Month 2025 on Monday, June 23, the country’s second-highest official...
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte signed on Thursday, June 19, a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Pride PH Coalition and the University of the Philippines Diliman for the country 's biggest Pride festival. The signing was held at the University Theater, UP Diliman in Quezon City. Present...
There is no denying the transformative power of fashion. Putting on pieces you love—whether it’s something as simple as a denim jacket, a classic silk blouse, or a striking pair of boots—can instantly lift one’s mood. Its purpose goes beyond merely covering the body. While fashion focuses...
