As a progressive, I believe there are many names for God and many ways to God – this article reflects one of those ways. Take from here what works for you. Celebrate life with joy and peace! Recently coming back from a trip-of-a-lifetime to Australia, the conversation came up, “What do you do for a…
SYDNEY– The five major sports in Australian have pledged to ‘eliminate’ homophobia and have committed to an ambitious timeline for implementing new policies and programs. Australian Football League’s Andrew Demetriou (CEO), Australia Rugby Union’s Bill Pulver (CEO), National Rugby League’s Dave Smith (CEO), Football Federation Australia’s David Gallop (CEO) and Cricket Australia’s Ben Amarfio (Exec….
In a world first, this coming Wednesday (Tuesday USA) every major, professional sport in Australia will collectively commit to tackling discrimination based on sexual orientation. Australian Football League’s Andrew Demetriou (CEO), Australia Rugby Union’s Bill Pulver (CEO), National Rugby League’s Dave Smith (CEO), Football Federation of Australia’s David Gallop (CEO) and Cricket Australia’s Ben Amarfio…
The legendary pop performer speaks with The Advocate about embracing her status as a gay icon without pandering to anyone. She’s sold more than 70 million albums, performed concerts in packed stadiums around the world, and won numerous awards – including being appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire for her services to…
PALM SPRINGS – Club Skirts Dinah Shore Weekend – the largest lesbian event of its kind in the world – has confirmed Iggy Azalea as one of the 2014 main headliners. Iggy Azalea, one of the most hyped MCs/female rapper in American hip-hop, is set to headline The Dinah’s Friday night “White Party” at the Palm Springs Convention…
In a setback for marriage equality in Australia, the country’s High Court has overturned legislation allowing gay marriage in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT). In October, the ACT parliament had passed a bill making the territory the first part of Australia to legalize same-sex weddings. The national government then challenged the bill stating it was inconsistent…
http://youtu.be/v89vo3AHUkw In a televised Q&A session Monday in advance of upcoming Australian elections, Prime Minister Kevin Rudd made a clear and passionate defense of his support for marriage equality. Watch the video
The first same-sex marriages have taken place in New Zealand following the successful passage of equal marriage legislation. According to the BBC, 31 couples were marrying today and about 1,000 same-sex couples in Australia planned to travel to the neighboring country to marry. Among the first couples tying the knot were Auckland couple Tash Vitali…
SYDNEY, Australia — Seven sinful years! We’re not talking about a marriage, we’re talking about Cocksox®, the infamous underwear and swimwear brand from Australia. “We started out with one red underwear brief listed on eBay, almost as a dare,” laughs Nadiah Christensen, Cocksox® creative director, “And now look, seven years later Cocksox® is bigger and better than ever.”…
A new video Year 7 Self, from Minus 18, Australia’s largest support network for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) teens provides a new perspective on the fight against homophobia. The video features seven adults addressing their younger selves, expressing how saying things like “that’s so gay” and bullying kids who may be different is…
