LGBTQ+ History

Gaydar Feature of the Month – Dutee Chand

“I have always believed that everyone should have the freedom to love. There is no greater emotion than love and it should not be denied.” Dutee Chand (2019) Introduction In this Gaydar Feature of the Month, we are exploring the land of Bollywood and excited to introduce South Asia’s first openly gay athlete, Dutee Chand. …

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Gaydar Feature of the Month – Alan Turing

Alan Turing, a brilliant British mathematician, logician, and computer scientist. Introduction In this Gaydar of the month, we shall go back in history to feature a hero during the Second World War, Alan Turing. Born in London in 1912 just two years before the First World War, growing up was difficult during the unforgiving times …

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Gaydar Feature of the Month – Ian McKellen

“Almost overnight everything in my life changed for the better — my relationships with people and my whole attitude toward acting changed.” Ian McKellen, Variety (2023) Introduction Welcome back to Gaydar Feature of the Month! For our October issue, we are featuring Sir Ian McKellen, otherwise known as one of the most powerful mutant in …

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Gaydar Feature of the Month – Ruby Rose

“I just wish women and the LGBT community supported each other more. My wish was we were all a little kinder and more supportive of each other.” Ruby Rose, Entertainment Weekly Introduction This Gaydar Feature of the Month features Ruby Rose, a 37 year old Australian model, actress, and activist that has captivated audiences worldwide …

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Gaydar Feature of the Month – Ian Thorpe

“For me, when I did come out, it was amazing to have such a kind of warm embrace from people.” Ian Thorpe, The Guardian Introduction This Gaydar Feature of the Month features Ian Thorpe, a 40-year-old Australian retired athlete. He was one of the most successful swimmer in Australia’s history, accumulating five Olympic gold medals …

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5 Common Misconceptions about Pansexuality

Spill the LGBTea – 5 Common Misconceptions about Pansexuality

What is Pansexuality?Pansexuality is a sexual orientation characterized by attraction to people regardless of their gender identity, biological sex, or gender expression. People who identify as pansexual are attracted to individuals based on their personalities, emotions, and other non-binary characteristics, rather than solely on their physical appearance or gender identity. Pansexual individuals may be attracted …

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