LGBTQ+
The warmth of community, the heat of hostility: Yona Speidel’s Jewish journey
“Zionism is not a dirty word,” wrote Speidel in a social media post. “It is the belief in Israel’s right to exist as a Jewish state.”
San Francisco Trans March downplays harassment of LGBTQ Jewish politician Scott Wiener
A tale of two marches: LGBTQ Jews face cheers, heckles at NYC Pride
California state senator harassed at pride parade, fellow democrats call out antisemitic hate
Haifa resident arrested over alleged incitement against LGBTQ community, later released
Haifa Magistrate's Court Judge Jada Basul found there was reasonable suspicion that a crime had been committed, but ruled there was no justification for keeping Amir Maron in custody.
Annual Tel Aviv Pride Parade to take place as normal, despite security concerns
Israel Police announced that over 1,000 police officers, undercover and Border Police officers, and volunteers will be deployed throughout the event to ensure the safety of all participants.
Jerusalem Pride turned a divided city into a celebration of belonging - opinion
Jerusalem Pride is for those of us who believe in the dignity of every human being, regardless of who they love, how they pray, or where they come from.
Israel's enemies are my enemies, so why can't Democrats see that? - opinion
The left and right urgently need to work together to tell Americans the truth about theocratic Islam and the threat it poses to both our countries.
Lapid promises marriage equality within first 100 days of new gov. at Jerusalem Pride Parade
As the parade began, several people held signs protesting Israel's military actions in Gaza and treatment of Palestinians, with some reading "No pride in genocide" and "No pride in apartheid."
Jerusalem's 24th March for Pride and Tolerance begins with new route toward Knesset
The 24th Jerusalem March for Pride and Tolerance kicked off with a new route toward the Knesset, highlighting calls for equal rights, legislative change, and inclusion for Israel’s LGBTQ+ community.
Haifa resident arrested for implied death threats against LGBTQ+ community
One of the suspected threats on social media appears to target former prime minister Naftali Bennett, who said he would work towards civil unions and same-sex marriage within Israeli law if elected.
New Jerusalem Pride March route heads towards Knesset under 'Demanding Change' slogan
The Jerusalem Open House for Pride and Tolerance said the march will call for changes in public discourse and legislation on behalf of Israel’s LGBTQ+ community.
Israel Police chief meets with members of LGBTQ+ community ahead of Pride Month
Police and LGBTQ+ community leaders discussed security preparations as Pride Month events get underway across Israel, with the Tel Aviv Pride Parade returning to its traditional format.
Ghana passes bill imposing prison terms for LGBTQ+ identity, advocacy
Notably, Ghana's parliament passed the bill as Pride Month is set to start around the world on Monday.
