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And Breathe…It’s Pride Season
Iíve been working as a Counsellor at the Rainbow Project for eight years now and the impending Pride season is in danger of being treated by me rather like some people treat their long term partners…loved but alas not shown much love.
My Volunteering Experience
Former lead OUTreach volunteer SinÈad McCrudden talks about her experience with volunteering at The Rainbow Project.
World AIDS Day Rapid Testing FAQ
Leo Lardie, Sexual Health Development Officer, answering some frequently asked questions and addressing some common concerns, in the hopes that you’ll #takethetest
Hard Act To Follow
Gareth Johnston is the new Chair of the Trustees of The Rainbow Project.
On Transgender Remembrance Day
Transwoman Laoise Fitzpatrick reflects on Transgender Remembrance Day, and reminds us that transphobia which can potentially end a transgender person’s life is not just an issue abroad but here at home too.
I used the power of my vote for a resounding YES – 17,105 kmís away from home!
Today I awoke to the momentous news that 62% of Australianís had voted YES in favour of marriage equality! So many friends and loved oneís had sent messages making sure that even though I am not living in my home town of Melbourne anymore, I am still included in the elation and celebration (even if I am missing the party of the century!).
We Exist (Bi+ Ireland)
Gavin Davis, Belfast coordinator of Bi+ Ireland, discussing what it’s like for him being bisexual in Northern Ireland as part of Bi+ Ireland’s “We Exist” series which aims to raise visibility of bisexuality in the Republic and Northern Ireland.
Anti LGB&T Hate Crimes in Northern Ireland
This week is Hate Crime Awareness week, a time devoted to increasing the awareness of issues faced by targeted minorities within the UK; to think about those who are targeted and abused for being who they are or for aspects of their identity including their race, religion, disability, sexual orientation and/or gender identity.
AN ASSAULT BY ANY OTHER NAME
A story was published yesterday (11 October) detailing serious physical assaults against a 12 year old boy in a local school. It was reported in numerous outlets under the headline of kids being removed from school by father due to ìBULLYINGî.
We are getting married!
Two weeks away from the biggest day of our lives, our experiences planning a wedding have been varied.
Being a Gay Woman – Labels and Stereotyping
Blog piece by Nuala Devenny on labels and stereotyping for gay women along with a link to Reclaim the Agenda with Kellie O’Dowd discussing Pride celebrations and the issues impacting on LGBT women.
Why a photo of Prince George has ignited Jim Allister’s rage
The TUV’s leader, and only MLA, Jim Allister snagged himself the front page of the Newsletter today. It’s not that hard to do; find a story with a gay angle, be outraged, Bingo!