Author queerguruPosted on Categories queermatterRufus Gifford, the US Ambassador to Denmark, is one of 6 openly gay Ambassadors appointed by President Obama. The Diplomatic Service has come along way since 1997, when the first gay U.S. ambassador, James Hormel, was nominated, and many senators opposed him because of his sexuality. Gifford was awarded his position after serving as Finance Director for … Continue reading
Author queerguruPosted on Categories queermatterWritten By Daniel Shoer Roth of The Miami Herald Posted with permission from Tribune Content Agency Ricardo Querales fears that his days are numbered. He has HIV. Querales showed up in mid-January at the headquarters of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Miramar, Fla., to comply with a routine supervision order in place for several years as part … Continue reading
Author queerguruPosted on Categories queermatterThe BBC Social is a new digital content stream featuring content for and created by young people in Scotland. This particular one offers a powerful commentary on the choices gay people are still forced to make in public – whether to hold hands, show affection, or give a partner a good-bye kiss. Take a moment to stop … Continue reading
Author queerguruPosted on Categories queermatterThe International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOT), a worldwide celebration of sexual and gender diversity, is commemorated annually on 17 May. This year’s theme is families, focusing on the role of families in the well-being of LGBTI people and respect of the rights of LGBTI families. Michel Sidibé, the Executive Director … Continue reading
Author queerguruPosted on Categories queermatterIdentify is a stunning new series of five documentaries made by Vice Media and being broadcast on The Olympic Channel that features five transgender athletes through their journeys to their true identities. The first episode premiered on Wednesday, June 28 but still can be viewed On Demand and ob the channel’s own app. The athletes featured … Continue reading