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HRC joins ongoing efforts to help LGBTQ people in Puerto Rico rebuild.

HRC is proud to join #ReconstruyeQ, a coalition of LGBTQ and allied organizations working to support ongoing rebuilding efforts for LGBTQ people in Puerto Rico who are still suffering from the effects of Hurricane María, which devastated the island last September.

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Which European countries have the best and worst LGBT rights?

Countries across Europe need to do more to protect the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and intersex (LGBTI) people, according to a new index, which says law and policy advances have slowed down across the region. The ‘Rainbow Europe’ index, released today by advocacy group ILGA-Europe, ranks 49 countries in the region on their LGBTI equality laws and policies…

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You still have time to book a ticket to Athens Pride.

The 14th consecutive gay pride parade for the Greek capital was announced by organisers at the French embassy on Monday, during a press conference which was attended by  Attica region director Rena Dourou, Athens municipal council members and ambassadors.  Athens Pride 2018 parade is scheduled for June 9, with Pride Week running from June 1 to 8, with events scheduled at Syntagma Square. 

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Changing perceptions of what it is like to be gay in Moscow – one tour at a time.

“Russia has a reputation of being unwelcoming to the LGBT community. I’d like to break the stereotype and show my guests an incredible side of the city’s friendly LGBT life, with its glamour, amazing drag shows, cool bars, hot men, ‘Russian gay banyas [steam rooms]’ and more!”

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Some surprises in Expedia’s list of LGBTQ-friendly cities around the world.

As we stretch further into the future, we can only hope that we meet diversity, equality, love, and the ability for everyone to be their true self head-on. The LGBTQ+ community embraces these ideals in a strong and visible way. Though global opinions are shifting, queer people still face special considerations when traveling or choosing where…

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Pack your bags. 100 international pride celebrations to visit in 2018.

Pride season is right around the corner! With so many amazing gatherings of LGBTQ people happening all around the world, we decided to compile everything you need to know in one place. No matter where you call home, our Pride Calendar for 2018 has important details about the best Pride parades and festivals happening near and far.