Despite the risks and dangers faced by the LGBTQ+ community in Nigeria, over 500 people gathered in secret for the Fola Francis Ball, a celebration of...
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In Nigeria, where same-sex relationships are illegal, the Fola Francis Ball provided a safe, celebratory space for over 500 members of Lagos’s queer community. Held in secret, the event honored the late transgender activist Fola Francis and marked Pride Month, the monthlong observance of queer people that takes place every June. Attendees embraced neo-gothic themes,… Read More »Nigeria’s Queer Community Celebrates Pride Month with Secret Ball
Despite the risks and dangers faced by the LGBTQ+ community in Nigeria, over 500 people gathered in secret for the Fola Francis Ball, a celebration of...
June is Pride Month in many parts of the world, including the Philippines, and it is time to celebrate and recognize the lesbian, gay, bisexual,...
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In celebration of Pride Month this June and to promote the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, and Asexual (LGBTQIA+) community,...
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Gibraltar celebrated Pride with a parade and day-long event held in Casemates Square. The event was organised by the LGBTQ+ Committee and formed part...