While seeking refuge from their troubled home life in Moscow, Irina Groushevaia connected with other teens in an online community.
Gender-Affirming Care Leads Trans Woman From Sex Work & Prison to Motherhood, Marriage, and a Career [Video]
After fourteen years of incarceration, Tabytha was ultimately released back into society, where she was determined to live her true self.
After fourteen years of incarceration, Tabytha was ultimately released back into society, where she was determined to live her true self.
Gay Aunt Becomes Queer Person’s Beacon of Hope Amid Homophobic Family. [Video]
Growing up in Queens, New York, Kirsten and their aunt were always incredibly close.
Growing up in Queens, New York, Kirsten and their aunt were always incredibly close.
“We Can’t Be Patient Forever.” Trans Person Finds Joy & Community After Cutting Ties with Family. [Video]
SJ grew up in a family where emotions were suppressed and discussion of feelings was rare, leading them to experience anxiety and depression throughout their early life.
SJ grew up in a family where emotions were suppressed and discussion of feelings was rare, leading them to experience anxiety and depression throughout their early life.
Shirtless Trans Man on a Beach Changes Stranger’s Life. “It Is Super Important To See Our Marks.” [Video]
Two years after his top surgery, Terrence François was still a little self-conscious about taking his shirt off in public.
Two years after his top surgery, Terrence François was still a little self-conscious about taking his shirt off in public.
Non-Binary Excellence: How One Employee’s Authenticity Served as a Model for Others. [Video]
After some post-graduation uncertainty, Will Verchereau landed a job in the financial world.
After some post-graduation uncertainty, Will Verchereau landed a job in the financial world.
Queer Man Leaves Behind Homophobic & Racist Microaggressions at Corporate Job & Thrives in the Arts [Video]
One Man's Journey from Corporate Discrimination to Thriving in the Creative World.
One Man’s Journey from Corporate Discrimination to Thriving in the Creative World.
Cheers to That! How a Dusty Bottle of Champagne Came to Represent a Father’s Love for Queer Son
When Peter Pinto was just a child, his father brought home a large bottle of champagne for no apparent reason.
When Peter Pinto was just a child, his father brought home a large bottle of champagne for no apparent reason.
Trans CPS Investigator Resigns Rather Than Support Texas’ Anti-Trans Policies
One trans man's journey in defending gender-affirming care.
One trans man’s journey in defending gender-affirming care.
Hate Hits Home: How One Queer Couple’s Lives Were Upended by the 2016 Election. [Video]
From Thriving Business to Heartbreaking Departure - One Couple's Journey in Salem.
From Thriving Business to Heartbreaking Departure – One Couple’s Journey in Salem.
“I Don’t Want You To Go.” Gay Soldier Dares to Love Amidst a Backdrop of War & Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell [Video]
João Kiser was a United States soldier serving in the Middle East when the anti-gay military policy of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” was repealed.
João Kiser was a United States soldier serving in the Middle East when the anti-gay military policy of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” was repealed.
Non-Binary Person Thrives After Finding Supportive Community. “I Feel Very Optimistic.” [Video]
Vic grew up feeling different and disconnected from their own body.
Vic grew up feeling different and disconnected from their own body.
Out of the Closet, Into the Mayor’s Office. Todd Gloria’s Coming Out Journey Gives Hope to Others [Video]
Like many gay children, Todd Gloria tried to be “the best little boy in the world” to avoid any unwanted attention.
Like many gay children, Todd Gloria tried to be “the best little boy in the world” to avoid any unwanted attention.
Music to His Ears: Competitive Karaoke Helps Gay Man Find the Confidence To Come Out & Help Others. [Video]
Karaoke became the catalyst for his coming out, leading him on a path of self-discovery that eventually helped him form a chosen family.
Karaoke became the catalyst for his coming out, leading him on a path of self-discovery that eventually helped him form a chosen family.
Trans Man Breaks Free From Evangelical Cult and Finds Supportive Community. [Video]
Andy grew up in an evangelical cult in Florida, wherein women were silenced and men held authority.
Andy grew up in an evangelical cult in Florida, wherein women were silenced and men held authority.
A Lesson, Then a Plan: How a Sixth Grade Student Changed a Trans Teacher’s Life. [Video]
As a child, Kai Morley never felt totally at ease in school.
As a child, Kai Morley never felt totally at ease in school.