Category Archives: LGBT issues
On Social Sciences and the “Normalization” of LGBTs
Labelling, as many people say, makes the world a predictable and easier place to live in. In the world of Psychology (and even in Sociology), every kind of behavior has a label. If one is not within the “normal” range, … Continue reading
Philippine US Embassy Celebrates LGBT Pride Month
A reception was held at the residence of the Philippine US Ambassador Harry Thomas last week to celebrate the LGBT Pride Month together with distinguished guests from different embassies, LGBT groups, media and bloggers. Thanks to US Embassy for the … Continue reading
Be Safe, LGBTs in the Philippines
HIV/AIDS. Diseases associated with Gays or MSM (Men who have Sex with Men). Many people, especially homophobics, think that gays spread HIV and AIDS. Most of us hear “bakla, salot”comments from homophobic individuals. FYI, it’s not only the gays who … Continue reading
Mulat Pinoy Kapihan Sessions: Population and Gender
2 weeks ago, I attended a Coffee Session of Mulat Pinoy because I’ve been out of the lgbt circuit for quite some time and I’m eager to thirst my intellect with stuff outside my work. Thanks to Bubbles for sharing … Continue reading
Additional Public Toilets for LGBTs?
I stumbled upon this article from GMA News Tv about having additional public toilets exclusively for the use of LGBTs. Leo Martinez’s party list group, Alyansa ng Media at Showbiz Inc, pushes that gays and lesbians should have their own … Continue reading
Why Spread LGBT Hatred?
The fight is not over. We LGBTs all around the world, especially in the Philippines, definitely still needs an Anti-Discrimination Bill that will protect our rights. It is not enough that there is tolerance. It is not our “utang na … Continue reading
I’m so Gay for Human Rights: A Forum on Politics and Identities
Reposting from Rainbow Rights Multiply: You are invited to the forum – Speakers: Dr. Sylvia Estrada Claudio: Framing the discussion on identity politics: What is it, what are the struggles of the marginalized and does postmodern politics present a better … Continue reading
Transphobia in Pinoy Big Brother Double Up
Whenever I have the time, I watch Pinoy Big Brother Double Up because of Rica Paras. It’s like whenever I watch PBB, I feel a certain connection with her because she’s one one us (LGBT) and it just felt so … Continue reading
Comelec Rejects Ang Ladlad Because of Immorality
The COMELEC has become a religious insitution. COMELEC has rejected Ang Ladlad’s bid to earn a seat in Philippine Congress. On their resolution, it states that: Despite the foregoing, however, this Petition is dismissible on moral grounds. Petitioner defines the … Continue reading
Filipino LGBT Youth Suicide Risks
Another relevant and informative topic will be presented by the Rainbow Rights Projects and the UP Film Institute. The 6th leg of Dyke Dialogues and Rainbow Exchange Series will be tackling about the study by Eric Manalastas from the Department … Continue reading
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