Stephanie Marchand 
Being bigender means identifying with two genders, either at the same time or shifting between them. Those genders can be male and female, but they can also include nonbinary identities such as agender, demigirl, demiboy, genderfluid, or another combination. The concrete reality is that bigender people experience gender as something dual, not fixed in one … Read more
Inclusive hospitality spaces create comfort, trust, and ease for LGBTQ+ patrons and staff. A bar can function as a social gathering point and also as a safe haven where people feel valued, respected, and free to express themselves without judgment. Foundational Values Clear mission statements that openly support LGBTQ+ inclusion help set expectations for everyone … Read more
Abrosexual describes a person whose sexual attraction changes over time, sometimes subtly and sometimes in noticeable shifts. The concrete answer is that an abrosexual individual does not experience attraction in one fixed way. Instead, their orientation can flow across different levels, genders, or intensities, often in patterns that feel natural to them. For some, these … Read more
Cinema has long been a mirror of human emotion, but for much of film history, queer love was left out of the frame or hidden behind coded dialogue and subtext. In the last few decades, however, directors have begun to portray gay relationships with honesty, depth, and tenderness, allowing audiences to see love in all … Read more
In queer and feminist circles across Europe, few terms have sparked as much discussion in recent years as FLINTA, short for Frauen, Lesben, Inter, Nicht-binär, Trans und Agender. Originally introduced in German-speaking activism, the acronym was meant to broaden the definition of “women’s” spaces, making room for anyone marginalized by patriarchal and gendered power structures. … Read more
If you’ve ever scrolled through Netflix for what feels like an hour trying to find something meaningful to watch, not just background noise, this list is for you. Over the past few years, Netflix has become one of the biggest champions of LGBTQ+ storytelling, offering shows that don’t just tick diversity boxes but actually reflect … Read more
Finding queer-friendly housing in Tucson can feel like a full-time job. Queer people often face more barriers when searching for safe, inclusive spaces. Queer-friendly housing Tucson residents trust tends to come from word-of-mouth or trusted networks. Dig in to see what to expect, where to look, and how to stay safe in the process. Why … Read more
Not all people who aren’t women are the same. The words transmasculine and nonbinary describe different gender experiences, and while there’s sometimes overlap, they’re not interchangeable. If you’re confused, curious, or trying to use language that reflects the people around you, you’re not alone. The thing is, gender vocabulary has grown and shifted, partly because … Read more
Conversations around gender identity are becoming more common, which is a good thing. But language still trips people up, especially those trying to be respectful and inclusive without knowing exactly how. So here’s the short version: words matter. A lot. And some phrases, even when meant harmlessly or spoken out of curiosity, can land in … Read more
Gender identity conversations have gained more public attention in recent years. A broader acceptance of non-binary expressions has encouraged individuals to speak openly about their gender experiences. The goal here is to foster respectful awareness and provide helpful knowledge about demiboy and demigirl identities. What Does It Mean to Be a Demiboy? @zoestoller Did you … Read more