A slogan made popular during the heights of the AIDS epidemic in the1980s is as relevant today only in a slightly different way. Maybe our queer elders foreshadowed events to come or history only repeats itself more than we cafre to admit. Either way, our silence is exactly that, our death. Each day we stand … Continue reading Silence equals death
Where We Are Now
Imagine walking into a sporting arena, a place that you may not typically go to, and being surrounding by queer folx and Pride flags everywhere. You are left feeling wrapped in safety and a feeling of belonging, it is as if no one thinks twice about how different you are from them. It almost feels … Continue reading Where We Are Now
LGBTQ Rights In Peril
Then they came for me--and there was no one left to speak for me.
LGBTQ Activists Of The World
Steps are being taken around the world to tear down the walls of the heteronormative patriarchy, but make no mistake, there is a long way to go.
Case Western Inquiry: LGBTQ+ Experiences Study
Are you a member of the #LGBTQ+ community? Consider participating or sharing this study to support increased understanding of transgender, gender non-binary, gender fluid, genderqueer, agender and gender nonconforming adults. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3lBxL8s.
Do Symbols Out Live Their Relevance?
As humans, we gravitate to putting meaning to things and events. This often translates into using symbols for those things. Symbols can give us direction and meaning, hope and belief, and inspiration and courage. But can also get mired in their meaning and stuck in a time where their relevance may be lost? Can we, … Continue reading Do Symbols Out Live Their Relevance?
Where Did Drag Begin?
Pride season has started and it is a different scene than it has been in years past. This will be the first celebrations or marches in almost a year, due to the impact that Covid-19 had on the world. During Pride, it is important to remember the elders that came before us that have given … Continue reading Where Did Drag Begin?
What is Drag in Cleveland, Ohio? Charlie Koenig
All I want is to be remembered for what I did and that I entertained people for a brief moment.
Drag And The Importance To LGBTQ Pride
Pride season has started. This Saturday June 5th, you will be able to watch Pride in the CLE on WKYC - TV3. Starting Friday June 4th at WKYC will also show the past, present, and future of Pride in NorthEast Ohio. Besure to check out the 30 minute show highlighting the sights and sounds of … Continue reading Drag And The Importance To LGBTQ Pride
Your Right To Protest
“Those who make peaceful revolution impossible, make violent revolution inevitable.” -John F. Kennedy This quote is deep, especially with what we are starting to see take shape in our country. The meaning is clear, if you take away the rights of the people to protest against the injustices they see, you only enable them to … Continue reading Your Right To Protest
Gay in the CLE 