While the L.A. film showcase isn’t a replacement for Outfest, it fills a void for LGBTQ+ film lovers.
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Discover Something New
There’s always something new to learn or explore in LGBTQ+ communities. We're here to spark your curiosity and share experiences that get you out of your bubble.
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Sir Lady Java, who died this month at the age of 82, brought groundbreaking suit against the LAPD in the 1960s. -
These pocket-sized guidebooks listed bars, hotels, restaurants, and even churches across the U.S. that were accepting towards gay patrons — making it safer to navigate travel and life.
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Valverde’s death comes after the city of L.A. honored her last year with a dedicated square.
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The event returns to the Huntington Beach Pier a year after coming together to celebrate Pride and protest the city's ban on flying Pride flags on city property.
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On land and sea, queer sports clubs have carved a safe space for LGBTQ fans and athletes.
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It’s believed part of the L.A. Pride Parade was planned in his Westlake home.
Connect With Others
Finding queer people to vibe with among the millions of people isn't always easy. We’re here to get you more plugged in with people who share your experience and introduce you to those who might not.
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What Happened To LA's Hot Donna's Clubhouse? In LGBTQ+ Spaces, A Tale Of Dreams, Ghosting And ChangeIts official ending shocked its supporters. What happened to all the money raised? And what's next for inclusive spaces in L.A.? We finally have some answers.
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Yes, there are moments of brightness. And LAist's new project, Queer LA is here to help share them — and help us find each other.
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A new memoir by sociologist Anthony Ocampo reflects on growing up gay and a child of immigrants in early 2000s L.A.
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A lesson in overcoming adversity and forgiveness — and where Los Angeles can improve services for young LGBTQ+ people experiencing homelessness.
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Ayan Vasquez Lopez, a member of Mariachi Arcoiris de Los Angeles, represents for their communities on social media and on the stage.
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When the status quo isn’t working, we’re here to show you who's taking action and why these issues matter for LGBTQ+ people.
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For decades, the city has been a safe haven for the LGBTQIA+ community.
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Sorry Not Sorry isn’t exactly a gay bar, but its support for LGBTQ+ people is drawing in assistance in their time of need.
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The school's Pride assembly drew concerns from parents who didn't want to their children to learn about LGBTQ+ topics at young ages. The situation escalated when a teacher's Pride flag was burned, and LAist has their story of what happened.
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Dozens gathered Sunday to mark the city’s first unofficial Pride, an event that grew out of protests against the majority conservative city council’s actions to restrict flags.
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Disneyland Resort is holding its first official pride celebration, Disney After Dark: Pride Nite in the summer. But that doesn't remove the parks tense relationship LGBTQ+ representation, on the screen and in real life.
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“L.A. feels like home to me because of the queer community,” a protester told LAist.
Decode Queer LA
Even the most informed queer Angelenos can have a hard time figuring out issues big and small. We're here to share what's worked for others and offer step-by-step resources.
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Prop. 8 language is still sitting in our state constitution, defining marriage as between a man and a woman, despite having been voided in 2013. In light of the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent rulings, lawmakers want this out to protect LGBTQ+ marriages.
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Where do you start? What should you consider in a therapist? We have the rundown.
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It’s going to take more than one conversation.
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The debate over the term is complicated. “Queer” has a long history as a slur, but a growing part of the broader LGBTQ+ community embraces it.
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There are tons of Pride events around L.A. County in June. Here’s our running list of local Prides each weekend and practical tips to help you enjoy them.
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Festival season could trigger another surge of mpox cases. Here's how to stay safe, including everything you need to know about mpox vaccines.
