AIDS Activist Chronicles His Journey Through Life With HIV
Mark S. King, 62, is not afraid to share his story
How HIV Became a Chronic Condition
HIV treatment, prevention have come a long way
AIDS Memorial Quilt Continues to Bring Healing
A monument to those who have died is still evolving
Who Will Care for the LGBTQ Community?
For many, aging solo can be a frightening prospect
Pride and Joy
Greg Louganis Changed Perceptions About HIV
On World AIDS Day, remembering those lost to the virus and support for new treatments
Book Tells the Love Story of America’s First Gay Marriage
‘The Wedding Heard ’Round the World’ set off decades of debate over rights of same-sex couples
Trans Trial Lawyer Fights for Equity for All
Mia Yamamoto, 78, describes what it was like to come out later in life
Sheila Lopez’s Kids Led Her to Acceptance
Recognition of ‘two-spirit’ people resonates in the LGBTQ community
This Chicana Writer Fled Gang Violence by Coming Out
Pat Alderete escaped her dangerous East L.A. barrio by revealing she was a lesbian
Entertainment
All-LGBTQ Mariachi Band Shatters Stereotypes
The music of Mariachi Arcoiris breaks barriers for performers and audiences
Reflections
An Immigrant’s Fight for LGBTQ Rights
For Ada Bello, the American dream was about the freedom to be herself
Caregiver’s Love Fuels Fight for Marriage Equality
After his husband got sick, Jim Obergefell advocated for the rights of same-sex couples
Stonewall National Visitor Center to Open in 2024
The 1969 New York City uprising was a turning point in the fight for equality
Health and Safety
Why Older LGBTQ Adults May Be More Vulnerable to Fraud
Economic insecurity can increase financial abuse
Video Spotlight
6 Things You Didn't Know About Ricky Martin
Here are some surprising facts about the Grammy-winning singer
91-Year-Old Man Is Full of Pride After Coming Out
Since coming out as gay via a viral Facebook post in 2020, Kenneth Felts has found love and freedom
How Greg Louganis Paved the Way for Other LGBTQ Athletes
In 1995, he came out as gay and HIV-positive. Since then, he has been an LGBTQ+ advocacy leader
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Caring for a spouse, partner, close friend, or family member is one of the most important roles you’ll play