When Greg Miraglia joined a police cadet program as a freshman in high school in 1978, already knowing that he was gay, he was confronted with a boldly homophobic workplace culture.
Gay Man Pushes Back Against Mother’s Anti-Gay Vitriol and Their Relationship Thrives as a Result. [Video]
When Kai Ambakad came out to his mother, her reaction was a mixture of sadness, anger and rejection.
When Kai Ambakad came out to his mother, her reaction was a mixture of sadness, anger and rejection.
Out of the Closet, Out of a Job: Following Discrimination, Lesbian Pursues Life of LGBTQ+ Activism. [Video]
When Angie Harden worked at a recreational athletic facility throughout high school and college, she grew particularly close to her boss - to the extent that the woman became a mother figure to her.
When Angie Harden worked at a recreational athletic facility throughout high school and college, she grew particularly close to her boss – to the extent that the woman became a mother figure to her.
From “Utter Agony” To Love and Trust: A Father’s Journey of Acceptance Towards His Gay Son [Video]
When James Palmer’s therapist insisted that he had to come out to his family before he could progress in any area of his life, he was adamantly opposed, thinking such news would destroy his father.
When James Palmer’s therapist insisted that he had to come out to his family before he could progress in any area of his life, he was adamantly opposed, thinking such news would destroy his father.
Kicked Out of the Military for Being Gay: One Man’s Experience During “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” Title. [Video]
James Garcia enlisted in the Air Force in 1996 despite knowing that, as a gay man, he could be discharged from the military.
James Garcia enlisted in the Air Force in 1996 despite knowing that, as a gay man, he could be discharged from the military.
Gay Man Grateful After Coming Out to Parents: “You Never Know How Long We’re Going To Be Around.” [Video]
Growing up in a conservative, religious household, Edison struggled to come to terms with his own sexuality.
Growing up in a conservative, religious household, Edison struggled to come to terms with his own sexuality.
Gay Christian Learns to Reconcile His Faith and Sexuality. “God Made Me the Way That I Am.” [Video]
Cameron Reck grew up in a conservative Christian household and struggled with his sexuality from an early age.
Cameron Reck grew up in a conservative Christian household and struggled with his sexuality from an early age.
Three Weddings and a Reconciliation: How One Trans Man’s Patience Helped Heal Family Wounds [Video]
Connor Maddox didn’t realize he was trans until well into his 40s.
Connor Maddox didn’t realize he was trans until well into his 40s.
“Now It’s Time To Tell My Granddaughter” Trans Woman Finds Love & Support After Coming Out to Family [Video]
Christynne knew she was a woman from a very young age, but for most of her life was unable to transition.
Christynne knew she was a woman from a very young age, but for most of her life was unable to transition.
Gay College Grad’s Bravery Inspires Freshman To Come Out. “Advocacy Comes in All Shapes and Sizes.” [Video]
Mike Matta was in the throes of depression when his friends at UC Santa Barbara finally confronted him about what was going on.
Mike Matta was in the throes of depression when his friends at UC Santa Barbara finally confronted him about what was going on.
Gay Man Reunites With Estranged Father After Seven Years. “It Takes Time but You Gotta Work at It.” [Video]
After finding out he had a gay son, Nick’s dad was furious he was the last to find out and rejected him, resulting in seven long years of estrangement.
After finding out he had a gay son, Nick’s dad was furious he was the last to find out and rejected him, resulting in seven long years of estrangement.
How a Crush Saved a Queer Person’s Life. “Falling in Love Was the Catalyst for Accepting Who I Am.” [Video]
When Grey moved to Philadelphia, she started developing a crush on a girl at her church.
When Grey moved to Philadelphia, she started developing a crush on a girl at her church.
After Coming Out to Filipino Immigrant Parents, Gay Man Learns To Stop Seeking Approval From Others [Video]
Growing up with Filipino immigrant parents, Justin Senense always loved hearing the affirming Tagalog word, “anak”, which translates to “my child” or “my son.”
Growing up with Filipino immigrant parents, Justin Senense always loved hearing the affirming Tagalog word, “anak”, which translates to “my child” or “my son.”
“I Want To Be There.” Iowa Mom Accompanies Daughter to Thailand for Gender-Confirming Surgery. [Video]
When Daye initially came out as a woman of trans experience to her family, she was met with only tacit acceptance, and a sense that her family wasn’t as supportive as she was hoping they would be.
When Daye initially came out as a woman of trans experience to her family, she was met with only tacit acceptance, and a sense that her family wasn’t as supportive as she was hoping they would be.
Gay Woman Leaves Gendered Uniforms & Homophobic Colleagues Behind for a More Welcoming Workplace. [Video]
Leoni Terblanche enjoyed working on cruise lines except for one significant thing: as a woman, she had to wear skirts - even in the winter - instead of pants, which were her preference.
Leoni Terblanche enjoyed working on cruise lines except for one significant thing: as a woman, she had to wear skirts – even in the winter – instead of pants, which were her preference.
Lesbian Creates a Committee of Friends To Help Her Find Love [Video]
“The Committee” a group of friends led by her sister, who, unbeknownst to them, were tasked with screening all of Meredith’s potential partners.
“The Committee” a group of friends led by her sister, who, unbeknownst to them, were tasked with screening all of Meredith’s potential partners.