How to Show Your Pride All Year Long

Whether you're gay yourself, or you have a loved one who is out, you’ll want to show your pride in that community all year long. While you can join groups for gay, lesbian, transsexual and transgender people, or support groups for the loved ones of those individuals and take part in Gay Pride Day, you can also show your thoughts and feelings with apparel and other items.

Legal Gay Marriage in Ireland: A Time to Celebrate

This a great time for LGBT activism, as more and more people around the world show their support for the gay community and the rights of gay people everywhere. Last May 25, the historic referendum legalizing same-sex marriage has been put to vote at Dublin Castle, with over 62.1 percent voting in favor while 37.9 percent against. In over the two million people who voted, almost a million cast their vote in favor compared to the almost 700,000 people who voted no.

Tips for Attending Your First Gay Pride Parade

Gay pride parades are an integral part of gay culture. Ever since the Stonewall riots in the late 60s, these parades have been a way to show the world that gays aren’t ashamed of who and what they are. Now that you’ve decided to step out of the closet, attending one can be a good way for you to connect with the community. It’s not as easy as getting the t-shirt and showing up, however. Here are a few tips.