June 29, 2026 — marked more than the launch of a new hotel discount program. For the tourism officials, hospitality executives, and LGBTQIA+ advocates gathered at Hotel DreamWorld North EDSA, it was a public statement: the Philippine hospitality sector is opening its doors wider to welcome every traveler, without exception. Dubbed Pride Plus+ and branded […]
In today’s content-driven world, LGBTQIA+ expression has become a familiar—and often viral—formula. It’s loud, colorful, witty, and highly entertaining. Audiences laugh, share, and engage. Creators gain traction. Everyone wins… on the surface. This conversation, however, did not emerge in a vacuum. It gained traction following viral content creators like Ivan Delima, Kimp Atimp or “Tito […]
The Philippine Normal University (PNU), the National Center for Teacher Education, has hosted its first-ever, in-person Pride event, led by PNU Katalonan, the pioneer and duly accredited LGBTQIA+ organization in the said university. The event was held on June 14, 2023, at the PNU Quadrangle, from 8 AM to 10 PM. (L)AKBAY: Paglalakbay nang Magkaakbay […]
Here for Queers 2023 is a week-long campaign celebrating the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) with the global theme of “Together Always: United in Diversity.” From May 17 to 20, 2023, UP Babaylan will be conducting various initiatives to further raise awareness of the struggles of the LGBTQIA+ community. All profits […]
One of the top organizations in De La Salle University (DLSU) that cater to Finance students is committed to making money work not just by honing students’ financial management and leadership skills but also inculcating the Lasallian core values by raising funds to create positive social impact through the event One MaFIAmily, a yearlong donation […]
A district representative from Manila recently filed a bill that aims to recognize, define, and protect the rights of heterosexuals, which seems to counter the controversial ‘SOGIE’ Bill which, ironically, also covers the rights of our hetero bros and sis. 6th District Rep. Bienvenido Abante Jr. filed House Bill No. 5717 or ‘Heterosexual bill,’ which seeks […]
Proper representation in the media matters. This, among many others, is what the LGBTQIA+ community has been clamoring for, and yet the industry doesn’t seem to be hearing it correctly. Or they probably have selective hearing. The annual Metro Manila Film Festival is fast approaching, and all of the films participating in this year’s lineup […]
The pride flag is making waves after the iconic cartoon show Peppa Pig just introduced its same-sex family dynamic. A first in the show’s 18-year run. Catered to and adored by preschoolers all across the board, the episode entitled “Families” that aired on Channel 5 in the UK on Tuesday, gave a glimpse to Peppa’s […]
In a Catholic country like the Philippines, conservative values and family traditions are strictly upheld, making it a struggle for our LGBTQIA+ community to come out to their loved ones and the world. As a result, many are sticking with keeping it to themselves. However, as the community revels more and more in the many […]