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DO YOU LIVE IN THE SOUTHERN USA? TAKE THE LGBTQ+ SOUTHERN SURVEY
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LGBTQ+ people, especially those in the South of the US, have been historically excluded in research. It's time to change that. The LGBTQ Institute is partnering with Emory University to conduct their second survey of LGBTQ+ individuals in the South. This is a study of, by, and for Southern LGBTQ+ people, with the support of many communities and grassroots organizations. This research aims to amplify the voices of LGBTQ+ Southerners and highlight the issues affecting their lives to create a safe, welcoming and thriving South.
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LGBTQ+ TRAVEL GUIDE TO PORTUGAL
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From beautiful beaches to vast wineries to ornate Azulejos tiles to incredible gastronomy experiences, Portugal really has it all. Add that to the fact that Portugal is largely considered one of the most LGBTQ+ friendly destinations in the world and you have a near perfect vacation spot. Both travelers and locals alike share welcoming and affirming experiences through LGBTQ+ protections and the celebration of the LGBTQ+ experience. In recent years, Portugal has doubled down on the acceptance of LGBTQ+ people with progressive changes in policies for transgender and intersex people, as well as stronger punishments for hate crimes.
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EXPLORE OUR LGBTQ+ FESTIVALS AND EVENTS CALENDAR
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Attending an LGBTQ+ festival or event is a great way to celebrate as a community even outside of pride season. Whether it's music, art, food, sports or dance as the theme, our voice and presence as an LGBTQ+ community is stronger when we come together. And as the world slowly starts to emerge from beyond the COVID-19 pandemic, some destinations are beginning to host events and festivals after nearly all being cancelled or postponed in 2020. So while pride season may officially be over, there's always an LGBTQ+ festival or event to check out in various places around the world. Maybe you'll find one near you!
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FIRST IMPRESSIONS: A BRAZILIAN TAKES ON ATLANTA
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Atlanta has many powerful landmarks related to the struggles of whites and Blacks in the ‘50s and Martin Luther King Jr., as well as the incredible Museum of Human and Civil Rights, the important presence of Coca-Cola, and CNN. The city is the epicenter of the LGBTQ+ community in the south of the United States, and has numerous establishments and events that you can't miss. With such a rich culture, full of festivals, art and restaurants with high gastronomy, it is easy to see why The Advocate magazine called Atlanta the gayest city in America.
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TRAVEL GUIDES, EVENTS, TOURS, SPECIALS & MORE!
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