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· 5mo ago

Botswana officially repeals anti-sodomy law in historic move
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https://gcn.ie/botswana-repeals-anti-sodomy-law/

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Botswana officially repeals anti-sodomy law in historic move

The anti-sodomy law was first introduced in Botswana under British colonial rule, and was then ruled unconstitutional in 2019.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 3mo ago

Irish dancers rally behind trans athletes as Florida threatens to ban them from competing #News #GCN #GayCommunityNews #LGBTIreland https://gcn.ie/irish-dancers-rally-behind-trans-athletes/

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Irish dancers rally behind trans athletes as Florida threatens to ban them from competing

Attorney General of Florida is threatening legal action against a Dublin-based governing body for Irish Dancing for allowing trans dancers.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 2mo ago

Activist Yasmin Benoit shares how asexual people are most at risk of 'conversion therapy' #News #GCN #GayCommunityNews #LGBTIreland https://gcn.ie/activist-yasmin-benoit-asexual-community-conversion-therapy/

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Activist Yasmin Benoit shares how asexual people are most at risk of 'conversion therapy'

At a conference in Dublin, activist Yasmin Benoit spoke about how asexual people are more likely to be subjected to 'conversion therapy'.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 6mo ago

Pride flag to be reinstalled at Stonewall Monument after federal lawsuit
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https://gcn.ie/pride-flag-reinstalled-at-stonewall-monument/

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Pride flag to be reinstalled at Stonewall Monument after federal lawsuit

The Stonewall Monument will resume flying a Pride flag in an agreement reached with the National Park Service and the Trump administration.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 2mo ago

HIV organisations team up to march in Cork Community Pride parade #News #GCN #GayCommunityNews #LGBTIreland https://gcn.ie/hiv-organisations-cork-community-pride-parade/

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HIV organisations team up to march in Cork Community Pride parade

Positive Cork and Poz Vibe Tribe are teaming up to bring unprecedented representation for people living with HIV to Cork Community Pride.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 2mo ago

Thousands attend vigil for victims of Berlin Pride attack #News #GCN #GayCommunityNews #LGBTIreland https://gcn.ie/vigil-berlin-pride-attack/

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Thousands attend vigil for victims of Berlin Pride attack

Thousands of people attended a vigil on July 26, following an attack at Berlin Pride which left one person dead and at least 29 injured.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 3mo ago

Man arrested over replica mosque built atop Tyrone bonfire #News #GCN #GayCommunityNews #LGBTIreland https://gcn.ie/man-arrested-replica-mosque-atop-tyrone-bonfire/

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Man arrested over replica mosque built atop Tyrone bonfire

A 56-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a replica mosque built atop a loyalist bonfire in Co Tyrone.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 5mo ago

Why banning trans people from single-sex spaces does not protect anyone
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https://gcn.ie/banning-trans-people-single-sex-spaces/

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Why banning trans people from single-sex spaces does not protect anyone

The EHRC is updating its Code of Practice to allow for single-sex spaces to be restricted based on biological sex, but who does this protect?

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 5mo ago

European Parliament votes in favour of EU-wide ban on conversion practices
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https://gcn.ie/european-parliament-eu-ban-conversion-practices/

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European Parliament votes in favour of EU-wide ban on conversion practices

Members of the European Parliament backed a citizen-led initiative calling for an EU-wide ban on conversion practices.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 2mo ago

Mother After Dark unveils biggest-ever queer lineup for Electric Picnic 2026 #News #GCN #GayCommunityNews #LGBTIreland https://gcn.ie/mother-after-dark-electric-picnic-2026/

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Mother After Dark unveils biggest-ever queer lineup for Electric Picnic 2026

Mother After Dark is set to make its highly anticipated return to Electric Picnic, with its boldest lineup yet.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 2mo ago

Powerful Lesbian Lines documentary connects generations of Irish queer communities #News #GCN #GayCommunityNews #LGBTIreland https://gcn.ie/lesbian-lines-documentary-connects-queer-generations/

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Powerful Lesbian Lines documentary connects generations of Irish queer communities

Dublin Lesbian Line Chair Val Hourigan reflects on the Lesbian Lines documentary after its GAZE screening.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 3mo ago

Over a thousand people take to the streets for 2026 Dublin Dyke March #News #GCN #GayCommunityNews #LGBTIreland https://gcn.ie/2026-dublin-dyke-march/

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Over a thousand people take to the streets for 2026 Dublin Dyke March

Gathering under the scorching sun, over a thousand people reclaimed the streets of Dublin for the 2026 Dyke March.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 5mo ago

Trans woman banned from USA Powerlifting wins discrimination settlement
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https://gcn.ie/trans-woman-banned-usa-powerlifting-settlement/

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Trans woman banned from USA Powerlifting wins discrimination settlement

Trans athlete JayCee Cooper, who was banned from competing by USA Powerlifting, has won a discrimination settlement.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 5mo ago

Mayo Pride returns in 2026 with programme full of fabulous events
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https://gcn.ie/mayo-pride-2026-programme-events/

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Mayo Pride returns in 2026 with programme full of fabulous events

From ice cream walking tours to spectacular live shows and the iconic Pride parade, Mayo Pride 2026 is not one to miss!

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 5mo ago

Drag Race star Marina Summers announced as first trans host of Miss Universe Philippines
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https://gcn.ie/marina-summers-first-trans-host-miss-universe-philippines/

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Drag Race star Marina Summers announced as first trans host of Miss Universe Philippines

Drag Race alumna Marina Summers will host Miss Universe Philippines 2026, making history as the first trans host of the pageant.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 2mo ago

What Andy Burnham's appointment as UK Prime Minister could mean for LGBTQ+ rights #News #GCN #GayCommunityNews #LGBTIreland https://gcn.ie/andy-burnham-uk-prime-minister-lgbtq/

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What Andy Burnham's appointment as UK Prime Minister could mean for LGBTQ+ rights

While Andy Burnham has a track record of LGBTQ+ allyship, some have accused him of u-turning on trans rights.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 5mo ago

Community remembers Irish folk singer and LGBTQ+ ally Moya Brennan
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https://gcn.ie/community-remembers-moya-brennan/

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Community remembers Irish folk singer and LGBTQ+ ally Moya Brennan

The community is paying tribute to Irish folk singer Moya (Máire) Brennan who passed away on Monday, April 13.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 5mo ago

Bristol attack that left victim in critical condition investigated as homophobic hate crime
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https://gcn.ie/bristol-attack-investigated-homophobic-hate-crime/

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Bristol attack that left victim in critical condition investigated as homophobic hate crime

Police in the UK have confirmed a hate crime investigation has been launched after a suspected homophobic attack in Bristol city centre.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 5mo ago

Cork City FC releases new jersey in support of LGBTQ+ youth services
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https://gcn.ie/cork-city-fc-lgbtq-jersey/

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Cork City FC releases new jersey in support of LGBTQ+ youth services

Sales from the new Cork City FC third jersey will go towards supporting the work of Belong To, Ireland's LGBTQ+ youth support services.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 5mo ago

Community raises over $13k for Brisbane LGBTQ+ bar following arson attack
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https://gcn.ie/brisbane-lgbtq-bar-arson-attack/

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Community raises over $13k for Brisbane LGBTQ+ bar following arson attack

Come to Daddy, an LGBTQ+ inclusive bar in Brisbane, was the target of a homophobic arson attack on Tuesday, April 28.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 6mo ago

US Supreme Court blocks ‘conversion therapy' ban on free speech grounds
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https://gcn.ie/us-supreme-court-blocks-conversion-therapy-ban-on-free-speech-grounds/

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US Supreme Court blocks ‘conversion therapy' ban on free speech grounds

The Supreme Court of the United States has ruled 8–1 that US states cannot ban 'conversion therapy' for minors.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 7mo ago

Heartstopper actor Joe Locke wins first Emmy for role in beloved series
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https://gcn.ie/heartstopper-joe-locke-emmy/

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Heartstopper actor Joe Locke wins first Emmy for role in beloved series

Heartstopper author Alice Oseman also took home the Emmy for Outstanding Writing for her contribution to one of the show's episodes.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 5mo ago

Meet the queer artists behind SASP Records, Ireland's emerging music label
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https://gcn.ie/meet-sasp-records-ireland-record-label/

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Meet the queer artists behind SASP Records, Ireland's emerging music label

In the heart of Limerick, an LGBTQ+-run music label breaks through to support and encourage artists across Ireland.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 5mo ago

Irish activists among 175 detained after Israel intercepts Gaza aid flotilla
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https://gcn.ie/irish-activists-among-175-detained-after-israel-intercepts-gaza-aid-flotilla/

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Irish activists among 175 detained after Israel intercepts Gaza aid flotilla

Six Irish citizens are among 175 activists detained after a flotilla carrying humanitarian aid bound for Gaza was intercepted by Israel.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 5mo ago

Man suspected of arson at UK LGBTQ+ nightclub released on bail
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https://gcn.ie/arson-suspect-lgbtq-nightclub-released-bail/

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Man suspected of arson at UK LGBTQ+ nightclub released on bail

A man arrested on suspicion of arson following a devastating fire at a packed LGBTQ+ nightclub has been released on bail.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 5mo ago

Man arrested in connection with fire at popular UK LGBTQ+ nightclub
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https://gcn.ie/man-arrested-fire-uk-lgbtq-nightclub/

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Man arrested in connection with fire at popular UK LGBTQ+ nightclub

A man has been arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life, following a fire at an LGBTQ+ nightclub in the UK.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 5mo ago

Mother Pride Block Party adds fabulous new acts to opening night lineup
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https://gcn.ie/mother-adds-acts-pride-opening-party/

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Mother Pride Block Party adds fabulous new acts to opening night lineup

Mother has just announced some special additions to their stunning Pride Opening Party lineup, making the celebrations bigger than ever.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 5mo ago

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 5mo ago

DUP councillor suspended for comments linking LGBTQ+ community with Hamas support
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https://gcn.ie/dup-councillor-suspended-linking-lgbtq-community-with-hamas/

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 5mo ago

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 5mo ago

Benfica footballer Gianluca Prestianni suspended for using homophobic language
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https://gcn.ie/footballer-gianluca-prestianni-suspended-for-homophobic-language/

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Benfica footballer Gianluca Prestianni suspended for using homophobic language

Gianluca Prestianni has received a six-game ban, three of which have been suspended for a two-year probationary period.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 5mo ago

New resource launched for LGBTQ+ neurodivergent people in Ireland
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https://gcn.ie/lgbtq-neurodivergent-resource-ireland/

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New resource launched for LGBTQ+ neurodivergent people in Ireland

Launched by ShoutOut, NeuroQueer explores what it’s like to be neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ through personal stories and experiences.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 5mo ago

New filmmaking programme for queer migrants and people of colour launches in Ireland
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https://gcn.ie/filmmaking-programme-queer-migrants-people-of-colour-ireland/

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New filmmaking programme for queer migrants and people of colour launches in Ireland

Queer Spectrum Film Festival is launching Spectrum LAB, a filmmaking programme for LGBTQ+ migrants and people of colour.

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Gay Community News (bot) @gcn@mastodon.ie

· 5mo ago

Beyond the Pale returns in 2026 featuring must-see queer artists
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https://gcn.ie/beyond-the-pale-2026-queer-artists/

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Beyond the Pale returns in 2026 featuring must-see queer artists

Beyond the Pale is bringing an electric lineup of queer artists to Wicklow from June 12 to 14, with acts like Honey Dijon and SexyTadhg.

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