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DIVA Magazine@divamag.bsky.social ¡ 4w agoWe're currently working on an article for our Oct/Nov print issue about the experiences of LGBTQIA+ people of colour living in the United States. We want to hear your stories, thoughts and feelings.  All names can be anonymised. Thank you for your help! forms.gle/6a2CQVhvdzx9...
We're currently working on an article for our Oct/Nov print issue about the experiences of LGBTQIA+ people of colour living in the United States. We want to hear your stories, thoughts and feelings.  All names can be anonymised. Thank you for your help! forms.gle/6a2CQVhvdzx9...
Whatâs it like for QTIPOC people living in Trump's America two years on?
Hi DIVAs, We're currently working on an article for our Oct/Nov print issue about the experiences of LGBTQIA+ people of colour living in the United States. We want to hear your stories, thoughts and...
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Concerns for LGBTQIA+ people after changes made to Home Office asylum interviews
Concerns for LGBTQIA+ people after changes made to Home Office asylum interviews
âWe are calling on this government to pause this change and consult with organisationsâ
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OUR AUG/SEP ISSUE IS HERE đ Inside: Hearstopperâs #Tarcy, the Shane lookalike competition, our butch survey, queer line dancing, Sarah Waters, Brittany Howard, Hannah Einbinder and more Get your copy now: www.divadirect.info/diva-aug-sep... đ¸:Petros
Major unions boycott Labour womenâs conference over trans ban
Major unions boycott Labour womenâs conference over trans ban
Unison, Aslef, Usdaw and the Musiciansâ Union will not be attending this yearâs event
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Berlin Pride attack: what we know so far
Berlin Pride attack: what we know so far
One woman has been killed, with at least 29 people injured
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London Trans+ Pride 2026 breaks records with 150,000 in attendance
London Trans+ Pride 2026 breaks records with 150,000 in attendance
Speeches were made by Kae Tempest, Ceyenne Doroshow, Qween Jean and more
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đ PRE-ORDER YOUR AUG/SEP ISSUE TODAY đ Say "hi" (and goodbye) to our fabulous August/September cover stars, Corinna Brown and Kizzy Edgell. The #Heartstopper icons talk about their beautiful friendship and the power of being seen. Pre-order today: www.divadirect.info/diva-aug-sep... đ¸: Petros
What is new PM Andy Burnhamâs record on LGBTQIA+ issues?
What is new PM Andy Burnhamâs record on LGBTQIA+ issues?
We look into where the UKâs new Prime Minister stands on equal marriage, trans rights and banning conversion practices
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New draft Bill published to finally ban conversion practices in UK
New draft Bill published to finally ban conversion practices in UK
âThe Governmentâs publication of this draft Bill is an historic and long overdue step forward on the journey towards LGBTQ+ equalityâ
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In photos: London Dyke March 2026Â đ
In photos: London Dyke March 2026
WHOSE STREETS? OUR STREETS!
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New IMB report reveals escalating harms in immigration detention â with LGBTQIA+ people at heightened risk âď¸: @rainbowmigration.bsky.social
New IMB report reveals escalating harms in immigration detention â with LGBTQIA+ people at heightened risk
âWe have seen patterns repeat, warnings ignored, and risks re-emerge in different formsâ
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Laverne Cox: âIf we donât wake up and donât understand, trans people will be exterminatedâ
Laverne Cox: âIf we donât wake up and donât understand, trans people will be exterminatedâ
The OITNB star gave a rallying call to action in a recent interview
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OUR JUNE/JULY ISSUE IS OUT NOW đ With the fantastic Leisha Hailey and Kate Moennig as our cover stars! Get yours today: www.divadirect.info/diva-jun-jul... Image: Kate Romero
Landmark hearing set to challenge decriminalisation of LGBTQIA+ people in Trinidad & Tobago
Landmark legal challenge set to challenge decriminalisation of LGBTQIA+ people in Trinidad & Tobago
Jason Jones will take his case to the UKâs Judicial Committee of the Privy Council
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I wrote this article for @divamag.bsky.social about sexism and homophobia in the comedy industry ahead of my new live show tackling some of these issues. Premieres June 3rd @omnibustheatre.bsky.social diva-magazine.com/2026/05/20/r...
Art scholarship fund established to honour trans student Murry Foust đłď¸ââ§ď¸
Art scholarship fund established to honour trans student Murry Foust
After a month-long search, Murryâs body was found in Wilder, Kentucky
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What does the updated EHRC code of practice mean for trans people in the UK?
What does the updated EHRC code of practice mean for trans people in the UK?
âThis guidance is going to be a Section 28 moment for this Labour governmentâ
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PRE-ORDER YOUR JUNE/JULY ISSUE NOW đ Are you ready for one Hot L Word Summer? We're delighted to have the iconic Leisha Hailey and Kate Moennig back on our cover đ Pre-order your copy today: www.divadirect.info/diva-jun-jul... đ¸: Kate Romero
Olivia Bailey MP: âAll people deserve to live freely and without fear, shame or discriminationâ
Olivia Bailey MP: âAll people deserve to live freely and without fear, shame or discriminationâ
The Minister for LGBT+ Equality writes about the importance of making hate crime against LGBTQIA+ people an aggravated offence
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Hampstead Heath's bathing ponds to stay trans inclusive
Hampstead Heathâs bathing ponds to stay trans inclusive
New upgrades to changing, showering and toilet facilities will also be implemented
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Spain ranked best place for LGBTQIA+ rights in Europe đŞđ¸ The UK was ranked at 22nd out of 49 countries in the ILGA-Europe Rainbow Map
Spain ranked best place for LGBTQIA+ rights in Europe
The UK was ranked at 22nd out of 49 countries in the ILGA-Europe Rainbow Map
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UK Black Pride announces strategic reset for bigger 2027 return âLet me be absolutely clear: UK Black Pride is not going anywhereâ
UK Black Pride announces strategic reset for bigger 2027 return
âLet me be absolutely clear: UK Black Pride is not going anywhereâ
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Scotland makes history by electing two trans MSPs in landmark moment Dr Q Manivannan and Iris Duane both secured seats for the Scottish Green Party
Scotland makes history by electing two trans MSPs in landmark moment
Dr Q Manivannan and Iris Duane both secured seats for the Scottish Green Party
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Darts star Noa-Lynn van Leuven speaks out against trans ban âWith just one decision Iâm being told I donât belong anymore. This is a huge hit for the trans communityâ
Darts star Noa-Lynn van Leuven speaks out against trans ban
âWith just one decision Iâm being told I donât belong anymore. This is a huge hit for the trans communityâ
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Trans In The Cityâs Changemakers List has just been launched đłď¸ââ§ď¸ This new list celebrates the trans and non-binary people making real change
This new list celebrates the trans and non-binary people making real change
Trans In The Cityâs Changemakers List has just been launched
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LGBTQIA+ activists stage âdie-inâ at NHS England HQ to protest new restrictions to trans healthcare
LGBTQIA+ activists stage âdie-inâ at NHS England HQ to protest new restrictions to trans healthcare
This demonstration came after NHS Englandâs decision to pause the prescribing of gender affirming hormones for 16 and 17-year-olds
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OUR DYKE ISSUE IS OUT NOW đ âThe words âlesbianâ and âdykeâ canât be constrained to one simple dictionary definition.â Get yours today: www.divadirect.info/diva-apr-may... Image credit: Phoebe Janes
DIVA APR/MAY 2026
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OUR FIRST EVER DYKE ISSUE IS READY TO PRE-ORDER NOW đ Calling all dykes! Our latest issue is brimming with beautiful, dykonic stories, interviews and more! Pre-order now: www.divadirect.info/diva-apr-may... đ¸: Phoebe Janes
Will Menaka Guruswamy be India's first LGBTQIA+ member of parliament? The Supreme Court senior advocate is âdeeply honouredâ to be nominated
Will Menaka Guruswamy be Indiaâs first LGBTQIA+ member of parliament?
The Supreme Court senior advocate is âdeeply honouredâ to be nominated
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