📚 Ally Week & Banned Books Week call us to reflect on the power of voice, visibility, and support in the face of censorship and exclusion. This year’s theme is "Let Books Be. Protect the Freedom to Read." During Ally Week, we affirm that being an ally is more than a label—it’s action. It means standing with LGBTQ+ individuals, listening deeply, calling out harassment, and creating safer spaces in every community. Concurrently, Banned Books Week (Oct 4–10, 2026) reminds us t

National Gay Men’s HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NGMHAAD)—a national observance dedicated to combating HIV stigma and promoting testing, prevention, and treatment among gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (MSM). This year, we recognize both progress and persistent disparities: ● New HIV infections among gay and bisexual men have decreased by approximately 10% overall, with a 31% drop among young MSM (ages 13–24).. ● Yet, inequities remain stark—67% of new HIV infecti

🌟 September 23rd marks Celebrate Bisexuality Day—also known as Bi Visibility Day or Bi Visibility Day—an annual moment to uplift and celebrate bisexual and bi+ identities, histories, and resilience across generations. Established formally in 1999, this observance was co-founded by Wendy Curry, Michael Page, and Gigi Raven Wilbur to address the erasure and invisibility often faced by bisexual individuals. Leading up to this day, Bisexual+ Awareness Week runs from September 1

September 18, 2026 marks National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day (NHAAD)—a vital observance spotlighting the growing number of older adults living with HIV, as well as those aging with and beyond their diagnoses. This day underscores the importance of tailored prevention, testing, treatment, and care strategies for older individuals and long-term survivors. Here’s why this matters now: ● Over 50% of people living with diagnosed HIV in the U.S. are age 50 or older, with olde

From September 16–23, communities across the globe observe Bisexual+ Awareness Week—a time to acknowledge the history, resilience, and visibility of the bisexual and bi+ community. Organized by GLAAD, the Bisexual Resource Center, and Still Bisexual, this week culminates in Celebrate Bisexuality+ Day on September 23. Despite being the largest identity group within the LGBTQ+ population, bisexual+ people continue to face unique challenges—ranging from invisibility and erasur

Wear It Purple Day, an international movement rooted in Australia to uplift and support LGBTQIA+ young people. Now entering its 16th year, the day centers on amplifying the stories and leadership of queer youth around the world. What began in 2010 as a reaction to tragic bullying and youth suicide (notably the impact of Tyler Clementi’s story) now thrives as a global symbol of solidarity, resilience, and community for LGBTQIA+ youth. We are witnesses renewed debates over anti

August 20, marks Southern HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (SHAAD) — a critical observance spotlighting the disproportionate HIV burden across the U.S. South. In 2022, Southern states accounted for over half of all new HIV diagnoses, even though the region represents just about 38% of the nation’s population. Structural factors such as poverty, limited access to health care, and systemic stigma continue to amplify these disparities—especially among Black communities. As we face ongoing

💡 Every year on the second Sunday in August we celebrate Gay Uncles Day(also known as Guncles Day), a day founded in 2016 by C.J. Hatter to honor the special role LGBTQ+ relatives play in family life Checkiday.com+15Checkiday.com+15OnMilwaukee+15. Gay uncles and LGBT+ relatives contribute authentic role modeling, emotional support, and family joy—especially for young generations forming their own identities. Visibility matters: when queer relatives are seen and celebrated, c

International Drag Day is a celebration of drag culture, but it’s also a reminder of the resilience and activism that drag has embodied for decades. Drag queens and kings have long been at the forefront of LGBTQ+ resistance, from the Stonewall Riots to today’s fight for equality. Under Donald Trump’s administration, the drag community—and the LGBTQ+ community at large—saw targeted attacks on their rights, from transphobic policies to the banning of LGBTQ+ curriculum in school

On International Non-Binary People’s Day, we celebrate the non-binary community, whose existence challenges traditional gender norms. While non-binary identities have existed throughout history—whether in ancient cultures or indigenous communities—society has often marginalized or outright ignored their experiences. The struggles for legal recognition, especially after the new administration's policies that sought to redefine gender and erase protections for gender-diverse in

During Non-Binary Awareness Week, we raise our voices in solidarity with non-binary individuals, whose gender identities transcend the traditional categories of male and female. This week, we not only honor non-binary lives but reflect on the historical erasure of these identities, particularly in the face of harmful political agendas. In the aftermath of the Trump administration’s rollbacks of LGBTQ+ rights, non-binary individuals have found themselves in legal limbo, battli

Today marks Omnisexual Visibility Day, a time to acknowledge and uplift omnisexual individuals, who are attracted to people regardless of gender. Historically, societies have often forced a narrow understanding of sexuality, while omnisexuality challenges these binary limitations. However, the struggle for recognition has not been easy. In the face of mounting political challenges, particularly during the Trump administration, the LGBTQ+ community—especially those with lesser

The streets of NYC's West Village come alive with Pride! Originally a march in remembrance of the Stonewall Rebellion the NYC Pride Parade has become a march for equity and justice for the LGBTQ+ community and the people who love them. Join the celebration of resilience, joy, and unity as millions march to honor LGBTQ+ lives and rights. Learn more: https://www.nycpride.org #prideparade #stonewallrebellion

On the night of June 28th in 1969 the LGBTQ+ community in the West Village of NYC responded with civil and not civil disobedience when the NYC police raided the Stonewall Inn, a know LGBTQ+ bar where the community congregated. At the time, serving alcohol to LGBTQ people was illegal in all states except New Jersey where only the year before the law was overturned. These series of events reverberated across the country. We honor the trailblazers of the Stonewall Uprising, who

Did you know that nearly half of the new cases of HIV in the US is amongst older adults? Not just LGBTQ+ older adults but all older adults. Safe sex practices is as important for our elders as it is for our young people. Knowledge is power. Get tested, know your status, and help end the stigma. HIV testing is self-care and community care. Learn more: https://nationaltoday.com/national-hiv-testing-day/ #HIVtesting #HIV #lgbtelders #LGBTQelders #lgbtqadults #lgbtq #lgbt #gay #p

Love won in 2015, and we celebrate this day as a reminder of how far we’ve come — and how much further we must go to protect and expand these rights. From the ACLU "Twelve years to the day after the Supreme Court struck down bans on sodomy in Lawrence v. Texas. Two years to the day after the Supreme Court struck down the Defense of Marriage Act in United States v. Windsor. Today, the Supreme Court of the United States has held that states may not deny marriage licenses to sam

On this day in 2020, the Supreme Court ruled that Title VII protects LGBTQ+ employees from discrimination. A historic victory for workplace equality! Question of the case - Does Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits against employment discrimination “because of . . . sex” encompass discrimination based on an individual’s sexual orientation? 6–3 DECISION FOR BOSTOCK MAJORITY OPINION BY NEIL GORSUCH We miss Justices Gorsuch and Breyer as the fight continues

HIV Long-Term Survivors Awareness Day (HLTSAD) is observed annually on June 5, 2026. It honors people living with HIV for ten or more years, or since before 1996, raising awareness of their unique aging-related needs, mental health, and stigma. The day coincides with the anniversary of the first AIDS cases reported in 1981. We honor the resilience and strength of long-term HIV survivors who paved the way for today’s progress in healthcare and rights. Let's uplift their storie

Family is love! Today we celebrate the diverse and beautiful families that make up our LGBTQ+ communities. Whether you're parenting, partnering, or showing up for chosen family, your love matters. LGBTQ organizations join forces to elevate stories of LGBTQ families. Learn more: https://familyequality.org #LGBTQFamiliesDay #gayfamily #gay #loveislove #lgbtq #gaylove #instagay #gaydads #lgbt #twodads #gayswithkids #gaypride

Pride Month is June to affirm rights of the LGBTQ+ community during the anniversary of the Stone Wall rebellion, a series of violent events following the police raid on the Stonewall Bar, a known LGBTQ+ hand out in the west Village of NYC in 1969. Each year June sees LGBTQ+ events around the country. It is especially important for community members and allies to be heard and seen this year as the community faces discrimination on the ground and at the highest levels of the fe