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Festival occurring twice a year. In Toronto in June. And in Los Angeles in September. Showcasing the best of LGBT Short Films and Screenplays from around the world.

Dykes To Watch Out For – By Alison Bechdel — Rambling Writer

Goodreads Synopsis: Grin, giggle, and guffaw your way through this celebrated cartoonist’s graphic commentary of contemporary lesbian life. Find on Goodreads. I think I’ve mentioned this already, but since reading Fun Home by Alison Bechdel, I’ve kind of been devouring anything that she’s written. Sadly the library closed before I could get more of this… Continue reading Dykes To Watch Out For – By Alison Bechdel — Rambling Writer

How I ended up with a Transgender Spouse — Women’s Liberation Radio News

By Austin DeVille Austin Deville is a WLRN guest writer highlighting the impacts of transgenderism on her life and the lives of women and children everywhere. This is her introductory post to start off a series. I didn’t hear the word “transgender” until 2013, when my fiancé came out of a therapist’s office announcing, “I’m […]… Continue reading How I ended up with a Transgender Spouse — Women’s Liberation Radio News

This Lesbian Couple Among Costa Rica’s First Same-Sex Weddings — Romantic Lesbian Erotica

This is a tipping point for sure. The Catholic country taking the high road regarding same-sex marriage. It seems like Pope Francis is having a liberal influence all over the world. ¡Pura Vida! By Mikelle Street May 26 2020 9:35 AM EDT As expected, Costa Rica became the first Central American country to recognize marriage […]… Continue reading This Lesbian Couple Among Costa Rica’s First Same-Sex Weddings — Romantic Lesbian Erotica

Homosexual Holy Day – Old Lurker — hobbies

People think that Halloween is the holiest holiday in the LGBTQ+ calendar, but this is not correct. Today is the holiest day, and I almost missed it. Today is National Coming Out of Homosexuality Day, which according to Life Site News was founded in 1995 by ex-gay advocate Michael Johnston. (Ordinarily I would point backgrounder […]… Continue reading Homosexual Holy Day – Old Lurker — hobbies

STILL THE SAME! — Just Say It! justsayyiit@gmail.com

Lately, I have realized that nothing has pissed me off worse than homophobes. According to any dictionary, a homophobe is someone who is prejudiced against homosexuals and homosexuality. Couple that with my human definition and their feelings as to what it actually is and you’ll get to where I actually am. Personally, a homophobe is […]… Continue reading STILL THE SAME! — Just Say It! justsayyiit@gmail.com

the phenomenal, optimistic queerness of she-ra — baby we can be magic

This is obviously going to be full of spoilers. Just a heads-up. So the Noelle Stevenson reboot of She-Ra and the Princesses of Power finished up recently, and like the big queer nerd I am, I have some things to say about it. Namely: this show is a marvel, but what else would be expected […]… Continue reading the phenomenal, optimistic queerness of she-ra — baby we can be magic

Derechos Humanos / Human Rights — Derecho Globalizado

China’s Lesbian Parenting Case is a Children’s Rights Issue Source: Jurist May 26, 2020 A lawsuit brought by a lesbian in China has raised the profile of same-sex parenting in a country where marriage rights are not recognized. Split from her partner last year, Zhang Peiyi is suing for custody of one of the children […]… Continue reading Derechos Humanos / Human Rights — Derecho Globalizado

In other news: Water is wet. — Kira Moore’s Closet

LGBT+ visibility builds acceptance, research finds The research found that LGBT+ representation in the media makes people more receptive of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people. via In other news: Water is wet. — Kira Moore’s Closet

LGBT Festival Testimonial- May 29 2020

Tom Goss Love their community building. Thanks for all you’re doing to encourage art, dialogue and community. Submit via FilmFreeway: This festival is designed to showcase the best of LGBT stories from around the world. We accept screenplays (short, TV Pilot, feature) and short films from all corners of the world.