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Why Italian Homophobia is Leaving Millions Trapped in the Darkness

Unlike other western and European countries, Italian LGBT people can’t marry or have their partnership recognised by the state. It’s a ridiculous situation that leaves millions of people trapped in the darkness.
In recent decades the whole political class has vetoed the implementation on any kind of regulation. However the majority of the population is not against granting civil partnerships official status. It is a political problem

US Postal Service to issue Harvey Milk stamp

US Postal Service to issue Harvey Milk stamp – Thirty-five years after Harvey Milk made history as California’s first openly gay elected leader, he’s closing in on another historical first.
The U.S. Postal Service has said that the late San Francisco supervisor and civil rights leader will join the likes of John F. Kennedy, Rosa Parks and Jackie Robinson by being recognized with a commemorative stamp – an honor that had apparently never before gone to an openly gay politician.

Daniel Radcliffe on homophobia, "Kill Your Darlings"

It’s no secret that Daniel Radcliffe is a strong supporter of LGBTQ rights.
The “Harry Potter” star has recorded PSAs for the anti-suicide Trevor Project in the past, and he’s broaching the issue once again with his latest film, “Kill Your Darlings.”

Scotland: National LGBT Youth Awards 2013 Winners!

LGBT Youth Scotland celebrated the achievement of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) young people at Awards as part of their annual National Gathering event. 120 young people attended the ceremony with Awards being presented to young people, youth groups and organisations committed to improving services for LGBT young people.

Shout Festival, Birmingham – 'Hopelessly Devoted', by Kate Tempest

Shout Festival – Hopelessly Devoted: Chess is in prison. Facing a lengthy sentence, her cell mate becomes her soul mate. But when Serena is given parole, Chess faces total isolation.
Hope comes in the form of a music producer looking for a reason to love music again. She finds a powerful voice in Chess. But to harness her talent, Chess must first face her past.
Kate Tempest’s incendiary new play combines lyrical fireworks with exhilarating live music

Stephen Whittle – Argentina Grants Lulu, 6-Year-Old Transgender Child, Female ID Card

Argentina’s government has granted a six-year-old transgender girl an ID that corresponds with her gender identity.
Late last month, government officials granted Lulu, who was born biologically male but reportedly dressed and identified as a female since she could talk, a female identification card under the country’s Gender Identity Law, according to the International Business Times.
With an awareness of how government documents designating one’s assigned sex can function as a form of body policing and gatekeeping, Argentina remains the only country in the world to allow individuals to change one’s sex without medical or legal approval.

Love Music, Hate Homophobia – Birmingham 24th October

Birmigham – Love Music, Hate Racism, Hate Homophobia: An evening celebrating the diverse of the city with local bands, poets & acts after the Birmingham Peoples Assembly Against Austerity.
BANDS & ACTS include;
COLD FIELDS, FOOLS GLORY, DISPUTE SETTLEMENT MECHANISM, HOLLIE VICTORIA & ACTS FROM BEATFREEKS EVENTS….

Happy National Coming OUT Day!

Happy Coming OUT Day. Every year on National Coming Out Day, we celebrate coming out as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or as an ally. On Oct. 11, 2013, we mark the 25th anniversary of National Coming Out Day. This year’s theme is “Coming Out Still Matters.”
LGBT HM offers our best wishes and support to everyone who is coming out, thinking of coming out, or knows someone who is. Be OUT, be Proud.