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Afro-Boricua Author Jaquira Díaz Talks Queerness, Pride and Representation

Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonJune 29, 2021June 29, 2021

by Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonJune 29, 2021June 29, 202101635

It’s been a busy couple of years for Puerto Rican author Jaquira Díaz since publishing her critically acclaimed memoir Ordinary Girls in 2019. She’s gotten married, lived through a pandemic, continued work on her first novel and embarked on several...

Culture

10 Must-Read Books Centered on the Queer Latinx Experience

Virginia IsaadJune 29, 2021

by Virginia IsaadJune 29, 202102026

As we reach the last few days of pride month, we can’t help but think of the talented Latinx writers paving the way for the queer Latinx experience in literature. From poetry to fiction to memoirs, there are several important...

Lifestyle

Latinx Entrepreneurs to Know and Support During Pride Month

Nicole YoungJune 17, 2021

by Nicole YoungJune 17, 202102224

Pride month is in full effect and there are many ways to support the LGBTQ community, not only this month but all year round. Not only are members of the LGBTQ community standing up for what they believe in by...

News and Entertainment

8 LGBTQ Latinx Movies to Watch This Pride Month

Nicole YoungJune 9, 2021June 11, 2021

by Nicole YoungJune 9, 2021June 11, 202102401

The LGBTQ community has faced prejudice and violence for many years and although it continues to improve in the United States, places like Latin America still look down upon people in this community. Latin American films have represented these issues...

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Latinx LGBTQIA Icons We Should All Know

V. Alexandra de F. SzoenyiJune 17, 2020March 8, 2021

by V. Alexandra de F. SzoenyiJune 17, 2020March 8, 202108958

June is Pride Month, and while we celebrate our LGBTQIA+ brothers and sisters on the regular, this is a special time to rightfully put the focus on this amazing community, and culture. Within the community, there are people who have...

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Jennicet Gutiérrez is Fighting for the Trans Undocumented Community

Yvette MontoyaJune 17, 2019August 5, 2020

by Yvette MontoyaJune 17, 2019August 5, 202001852

“The world is a dangerous place, not because of those who do evil, but because of those who look on and do nothing.” — Albert Einstein It’s been four years since transgender activist, Jennicet Gutiérrez interrupted Obama’s presidential Pride month...

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7 Children’s Books to Read During Pride Month

Priscilla BlossomJune 16, 2019August 5, 2020

by Priscilla BlossomJune 16, 2019August 5, 202001585

Someone recently asked me how I celebrate Pride Month as a queer woman, and at first, I wasn’t sure. I love seeing my city filled with even more rainbows and glitter than usual (I already live in a gayborhood), but...

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10 Books With LGBTQ Characters for Kids Celebrating Pride Month

Common Sense MediaJune 21, 2018September 29, 2020

by Common Sense MediaJune 21, 2018September 29, 20201887

Looking for a way to celebrate and honor Pride Month with your young kid? From books with main characters who are LGBTQ or still figuring out their sexual orientations to stories of straight kids or teens with gay friends or...

Lifestyle

Celebrate Gay Pride Month in These 6 Latin American Cities

Bill O’ConnorJune 5, 2017January 21, 2021

by Bill O’ConnorJune 5, 2017January 21, 20211791

June is the start of gay pride month in the U.S., but the celebrations can be seen worldwide. Here’s how six Latin American cities are honoring pride month with activism, marches, games, and glitter. Mexico City, Mexico The first Mexico City...