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LGBTQ&A: Anthony Leon
Anthony Leon is the youth education manager at Mazzoni Center and a member of the Mayor’s Commission on LGBT Affairs. We chatted with the queer […]
OPINION: Brian Sims, Stop Chasing the National Spotlight and Focus on the Gayborhood
If you frequent the Gayborhood, by now you’re aware of the ongoing conversations surrounding racial discrimination in the community. You’re most likely also familiar with […]
LGBTQ Event of the Week: Queer Performances of Color
For its diverse lineup of entertainment and intersectional inclusion, this week’s LGBTQ event of the week is Queer Performances of Color. This edition’s theme is […]
Meet the Activist Who Protested Mazzoni With an HIV Meds Strike
Last Friday afternoon, after Mazzoni Center’s board of directors publicly reaffirmed its support of CEO/executive director Nurit Shein following a walkout by half of the […]
Bill Prompted by Gayborhood Racism Complaints Passes Out of Committee
On Monday, an anti-discrimination bill introduced by Councilman Derek Green that would strengthen penalties against Philadelphia businesses that discriminate against their employees, tenants, or customers […]
Here’s Your Get Better Playlist
Once again, Get Better Records — the local queer-forward music label — has put together an impressive set of shows to raise money for some good […]
Mazzoni Center CEO Nurit Shein, Board President Jimmy Ruiz Resign
This is a developing story and may be updated at any time. Following a walkout last week and a petition signed by more than 60 […]
More Than 60 Mazzoni Staffers Walk Out, Call on CEO Nurit Shein to Resign
A week after Dr. Robert Winn resigned as Mazzoni Center’s medical director following reports that he was the subject of an investigation, more than 60 […]
LGBTQ Event of the Week: 2017 Transgender HIV Awareness Day
For its civic timeliness and community-building vibe, this week’s LGBTQ event of the week is 2017 Transgender HIV Awareness Day. Recognize this significant day of […]
Activists Protest Outside ICandy’s Sixth-Anniversary Party
Nearly a year after G Philly first reported allegations of racial discrimination over a “no Timberland boots” policy at ICandy nightclub, activists gathered in protest […]
Robert Winn Resigns as Mazzoni Center’s Medical Director
After a week of speculation and public outcry from community members over the suspension of Mazzoni Center medical director Dr. Robert Winn pending the outcome […]
Mazzoni Center Staff Members Stage Walkout After Reports
On Tuesday afternoon, a day after G Philly reported that sources connected to Mazzoni Center claim that the organization’s medical director, Dr. Robert Winn, has […]
Mazzoni Center’s Medical Director Is Under “Investigation,” Sources Claim
After more than a week of rumors alleging that Mazzoni Center medical director Dr. Robert Winn has been absent from work without explanation, a Mazzoni […]
LGBTQ&A: Raquel Evita Saraswati
Raquel Evita Saraswati is a Muslim queer activist who has worked in various interfaith communities and serves as an appointee to the Mayor’s Commission on […]
DVLF Announces Its 2017 Heroes Awardees
In its 11th year, DVLF Heroes celebrates people whose deeds positively affect the LGBTQ community. “Reading through the community’s submitted nominations, I was struck by […]