News by subject: LGB

There has been a spate of hateful, anti-trans legislation being pushed in states across the nation. Right now, over 20 states have active legislation that seeks to marginalize the LGBTQ+ community in various ways. Two particular states have made...

Today the Ford Foundation announced its support for widespread commitments led by leading grassroots and community organizations for the advancement of LGBTQ+ rights. Ford is also doubling its annual investment in trans communities, committing at...

Dearfoams, well-known slipper and shoe manufacturer, launched a collaboration with Nina West, American Drag Queen and activist, on new designs surrounding Pride Month. These new releases combine the comfort and quality of Dearfoams with the freedom...

In celebration of Pride Month, Exhibition Place raised The Progress Flag at the iconic Princes' Gates and unveiled its Rainbow Crosswalk on Wednesday, June 1, 2022. The Rainbow Crosswalk is prominently located on Princes' Boulevard, flanked by...

Through a provocative creative campaign and a call-to-action for US customers to support the Equality Act, The Body Shop is opposing hateful anti-2SLGBTQ+ legislation targeting young people. The Body Shop Canada is asking customers to pledge to speak...

Social live-streaming platform Bigo Live introduces #Pride365, a movement that rallies the LGBTQ community and its allies to celebrate Pride not just in the month of June, but all year long. For the third consecutive year, Bigo Live is a proud...

MetroPlusHealth, New York City's five-star health plan, has announced a series of partnerships with LGBTQIA+ community-based organizations to support the return to in-person Pride celebrations in Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, and Harlem....

This year, Pop-Tarts® will debut its first-ever Pride box, "NEON Pink Block Party Lemonade," featuring the colorful designs of illustrator Thaddeus Coates. The limited-edition box was created in partnership with NEONxGLAAD, a collective of artists...

Back in Toronto for its third season, the Absolut Empire's Ball has delivered another showstopping run, welcoming Canadian queens from all backgrounds to participate in the ultimate drag competition. Now, all eyes are on the prize heading into this...

83% of Canadian LGBTQ+ travellers have experienced less than welcoming, or uncomfortable, experiences when travelling, with 64% reporting they have to consider their safety and wellbeing Booking.com's Proud Hospitality program supports accommodation...

The future of the groundbreaking 1973 Roe v. Wade decision is uncertain. Reproductive rights are under fire. A climate of fear, anger, and discord is brewing across all 50 states in both homes and the workplace as a result of this divisive pending...

Schwinn, a brand of Pacific Cycle, Inc., announces the launch of its first-ever Pride Artist Series bikes in collaboration with LGBTQ+ artists, Lisa Congdon and Rae Senarighi....

An organization committed to helping everyone understand their fertility options, Inception Fertilitytm ? the largest comprehensive fertility care and services provider in North America ? celebrates LGBTQ+ Pride Month (June 2022) through its A...

TriNet, a leading provider of comprehensive human resources for small and medium-size businesses (SMBs), today announced that StartOut, the nation's largest  nonprofit organization supporting LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs has received a TriNet Foundation...

OUTFRONT Media Inc. proudly celebrates Pride month by highlighting 19 LGBTQIA+ individuals on out of home assets across the country. With PRIDE Personified, OUTFRONT showcases leaders from industries including Media, Politics, Television, Film,...

Qurate Retail GroupSM, a leader in building brands through livestream video commerce and personalized digital experiences, today launched a range of Pride Month initiatives across QVC®, HSN® and Zulily® to elevate LGBTQ+-owned businesses and...

Time to pucker up for a good cause! ChapStick is proud to show continued allyship of the LGBTQ+ community through the re-release of a limited-edition "Love Wins" cotton candy-flavored lip balm this June. As part of the initiative, the brand is...

AnitaB.org, the global non-profit focused on intersectional gender and pay parity in tech, will host its next Elevating Conversations on Thursday, June 16 at 12PM PT/ 3PM ET in celebration of Pride month. The event will...

LGBTQ+ center Destination Tomorrow will host its annual Bronx Pride Week in New York from June 14 to 18. Deemed "The People's Pride," the grassroots organization will celebrate the LGBTQ+ community through a week of free events, performances and...

HomoCulture, North America's leading source on gay culture announced today the 2022 HomoCulture Tour has returned after a two year pause due to the COVID-19 global health pandemic. The HomoCulture Tour is a carefully curated collection of events,...

As Pride celebrations make a hopeful return, Samuel Adams is reinforcing its commitment to creating safe and inclusive spaces that bring people together to share a beer, celebrate Pride, and support the LGBTQ+ community.  ...

LGBTQ+ Americans are less likely to be on track to meet their financial goals, have the capacity to absorb unexpected expenses, or feel confident in their ability to save for retirement compared to the general population, according to a new...

Free, research-backed mental health tool helps LGBTQ+ youth cope with stress through practical, relevant, and inclusive approaches imi (pronounced eye-me) helps LGBTQ+ youth explore and affirm their identity and learn practical approaches to cope...

Power Home Remodeling ("Power"), the nation's leading exterior home remodeler and nationally-recognized top workplace, will show their support for the LGBTQ+ community by participating in this year's Dallas Pride Parade and flying in employees from...

The Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, will deliver remarks during the raising of the Pride flag on Parliament Hill, alongside Members of Parliament. Pride Season takes place from June to September, and the...

IPSY, a Beauty for All Industries brand, announced its partnership with The Trevor Project, the world's largest suicide prevention and mental health organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ) young people, in...

The Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, today issued the following statement to kick off Pride Season in Canada. "Today marks the start of Pride Season, a special time to celebrate the diversity and many...

As part of its dedication to philanthropy, It's a 10 Haircare, the go-to professional and consumer indie brand, is proud to announce its new long-term partnership with The Trevor Project, the world's largest suicide prevention and mental health...

Celebrated annually in June, Pride Month is a celebration of the history and achievements of the LGBTQ community, while also commemorating...

Cool Cat, a refreshing line of low-calorie wine spritzer cocktails, will introduce limited-edition PRIDE-theme packaging to commemorate June as National LGBTQ+ PRIDE Month. Beginning today, the rainbow-themed 4-packs of 12oz cans will be available...

Chipotle Mexican Grill announced its 'Always Real' support for the LGBTQIA+ community in honor of Pride month. Chipotle worked with its PRIDE Employee Resource Group to identify pressing issues that members of the...

In celebration of Pride Month, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is rolling out 100 Bluebikes wrapped in a rainbow pride-themed design through the month of June. Blue Cross Proud bikes will be integrated across the Bluebikes...

Skullcandy, the #1 selling brand in Stereo Headphones1 and True Wireless Earbuds2 under $100, announced today its latest collaboration with ongoing partner To Write Love on Her Arms, a nonprofit movement dedicated to presenting hope and finding help...

Scotiabank is proud to announce new diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in celebration of Pride month, to foster greater opportunities and advance inclusion and belonging of LGBT+ communities globally....

True to its continuous support of Pride, and as part of its mission to make the world a better place by defeating inequality and promoting acceptance and tolerance between people, SodaStream launches its 2022 "Set All Your Colors Free" campaign and...

At a time to commemorate the impact of the LGBTQIA+ community, Hallmark Cards, Inc. is proud to celebrate Pride Month by offering a free Digital Video Greeting during the entire month of June. The innovative greeting option makes it easier than ever...

BMO Financial Group today announced its new Pride-themed "Rainbow Deposits" campaign, inviting Canadians and Americans to "deposit" pictures of rainbows using the BMO Rainbow Deposits web app at www.BMORainbowDeposits.com and share on social media...

McCormack+Kristel, the nation's first diversity focused, openly LGBTQ-owned executive search firm, is currently featured in the prestigious Forbes list of...

The Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, will deliver remarks during the raising of the Pride flag on Parliament Hill, alongside Members of Parliament. Pride Season takes place from June to August, and the raising...

Seven insurance companies have contributed $122,500 to the LGBTQ Caucus, which in turn spent the money on an independent expenditure campaign to re-elect Ricardo Lara as insurance commissioner without disclosing the source of the donations.  The...

Inviz.tv, an Invisible Narratives company, today announces the first-ever "Pride Eve" celebration, an annual holiday to celebrate and countdown to Pride Month. To launch the first-ever Pride Eve, Inviz.tv has partnered with over 100 creators,...

Saks Fifth Avenue, the premier destination for luxury fashion, unveiled its Pride campaign today titled, "Show Your Pride," which celebrates the LGBTQ+ community, spotlighting notables and their stories. Saks is also supporting the LGBTQ+ community...

The Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative will be holding its annual Pride Kickoff event on June 1st at The Stonewall Inn. This invite only event will run from Inn from 6PM?9PM and will celebrate the launch of The Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative...

Vinci Brands, a global leader in consumer tech protection, carry and power solutions, today announced a partnership with The Trevor Project, the world's largest suicide prevention and mental health organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual,...

rue21, a leading American specialty retailer, announced today its #SayGay Pride 2022 campaign partnering with The Trevor Project, the world's largest suicide prevention and mental health organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer &...

NYX Professional Makeup announced today its Pride 2022 campaign, "Paint Your Own Story." The brand will celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community with month-long activities, featuring digital and physical experiences, live performances, and a first-of-its...

The Original House Wine (House Wine), the maker of best-selling Rainbow Rosé Bubbles cans, is proud to kick off the fifth year of partnership with the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), the nation's largest LGBTQ+ advocacy organization. To celebrate, HOUSE...

Pride Live, a social advocacy and community engagement organization for the LGBTQ+ community, today announced GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter Kesha as the headline performer for Stonewall Day 2022. The legendary Pride...

Hopelab today will reveal promising study results about the efficacy of imi, a free, research-backed, mental health web app developed by the innovation lab, in partnership with CenterLink, It Gets Better Project, and hundreds of LGBTQ+ youth. Initial...

Diversity and inclusion are among Canada's greatest strengths. Everyone should be able to live a true and authentic life, free from violence and discrimination, no matter who they are or who they love. Today, the Honourable David Lametti, Minister of...