Rappler's latest stories on Pride Month
Manila Pride protesters freed, to sue police
(UPDATED) 'Expect that we will file countercharges against the Manila police,' says Bahaghari's Rey Valmores-Salinas
Being trans in tech: Championing equality with Google’s Melai Lopez
'Never let anyone tell them that they do not belong in a certain space'
'Sulong 'wag patinag': In a pandemic, Metro Manila Pride 2020 goes online
No virus can stop the rainbow flag from flying
‘Resist injustice’: Newly sworn lawyer helps detained Pride protesters
Bernardo says the protesters asked for his legal advice prior to the short gathering and during its planning
‘Is this the new normal?’ Catriona Gray questions Pride march arrests
‘Now is the time to speak up,’ Miss Universe 2018 urges her followers
'Hindi makatarungan': Artists, celebrities speak out vs arrest of Pride march protesters
On social media, several artists and celebrities condemn the arrests and call for the release of the protesters
Netizens call to free detained Pride protesters: ‘Pride is protest’
Using the hashtag #FreePride20, netizens express disbelief over the arrest of 20 protesters on Friday, June 26
C’mon guys, it’s 2020: Debunking LGBTQ+ stereotypes
To this day, LGBTQ+ members still experience prejudice and endure stereotypes that may harm them
At least 20 arrested at Pride march in Manila
(UPDATED) 'Nasa batas iyan na bawal iyan,' police tell the protesters, who observed physical distancing and wore face masks
Robredo tells LGBTQ+ in positions of power to ‘use your influence to change mindsets'
'Push lang nang push, mga besh!' Vice President Leni Robredo tells the community as she asks them to continue doing small but concrete steps to promote gender equality
Here's how you can march for Pride and help LGBTQ+ communities during pandemic
Through the March for Pride website, advocates and members of the LGBTQ+ can lead their own Pride marches from the safety of their homes
On Pride Month, Pia Wurtzbach calls for 'higher platforms' for LGBTQ+ dialogue
'Being an ally is someone who gives a sense of a safe and affirming space for our loving community,' says Pia
These LGBTQ+ films are streaming on iWant for Cinema One Originals' Pride Film Festival
You can now stream '2 Cool 2 Be 4gotten,' 'Shift,' and 'Changing Partners' for free from June 19 to July 20
[OPINION | Artwork] No age limit for acceptance
'I did this piece because a lot of my fellow LGBTQ+ have been struggling to come out,' says the artist
No Pride march? Here are other activities to celebrate Pride 2020
(UPDATED) Straying away from an extravagant Pride march due to quarantine restrictions, the Filipino LGBTQ+ community continues to celebrate Pride month through various activities online. Here are some you can join.
How religious groups clashed over LGBTQ+ rights at Pride 2019
Religious groups express different opinions on LGBTQ+ rights on the sidelines of the Philippines' largest Pride March to date
Metro Manila Pride to march participants: 'Sorry for inconvenience'
'We hope you extend your understanding of the situation, in keeping with the safety and security of everyone,' the Metro Manila Pride says in a statement
Deaf LGBTQ+ marchers heard loud and clear at Pride 2019
'It's double discrimination for them,' says Bayani Heneroso Jr, a sign language interpreter at Pride 2019
[OPINION] Pride is coming to an end, now what?
Pride doesn't have to end in June. Here are 5 suggestions to make every month Pride Month.
[OPINION] United Nations stands with Pride
The struggle for the rights of LGBTQ+ people is a core part of the struggle for the full and equal enjoyment of human rights by all
LIST: 2019 Pride activities
How will you celebrate Pride? Here's a running list of activities you can do for the conclusion of Pride Month.
'I know a place': 10 safe spaces for LGBTQ+ people in Metro Manila, from clubs to cafés
These day and night destinations from all across the spectrum welcome everyone, no matter who they are and love
#LabanHermie: U.P. community stands in solidarity with transwoman professor
Using #LabanHermie, #NoToDiscriminationInUP, and #SolidarityWithHermie, the University of the Philippines community rallies support for transwoman professor Hermie Monterde
Rappler Talk: What it takes for the LGBTQ+ to #ResistTogether
Tune in here or head over to Rappler's video platforms on Friday, June 21, to watch the discussion live
‘How hard is it to be seen as human?'
How do we truly foster acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community?
U.P. transwoman professor talks about workplace discrimination
'Our personal experience, after all, is a political fight. And it is every person’s right to be fully protected by both law and practice,' says University of the Philippines Assistant Professor Hermie Monterde
Who is the Filipino? Why Pride matters
We talk Pride and the LGBTQ+ community with Juan Miguel Severo
'Tolerated, but not accepted': Filipino LGBTQ+ speak up vs discrimination
Abandonment and being neglected by family members are typical narratives for the LGBTQ+
'Reverberate': U.P. Los Baños Babaylan launches Pride Series 2019
PRESS RELEASE: UPLB Babaylan aims to feature art educating the public about the LGBTQ+ community and their cause
50 years on, New York police apologize for Stonewall riots
The June 1969 riots, sparked by repeated police raids on the Stonewall Inn – a well-known gay bar in New York's Greenwich Village – proved to be a turning point in the LGBTQ community's struggle for civil rights
Isko Moreno: Expect Manila Pride March and Festival 2020
Manila Mayor-elect Isko Moreno expresses support for the LGBTQ community and promises to push for equal treatment under his term
'Celebration, freedom, and equality:' Netizens speak up about pride
Pride can mean different things to different people. To kick off the Pride Month, Rappler holds a #PHPride2019 conversation and asks its readers what pride means for them.
LOOK: Put pride in your stride with Adidas’ LGBTQ+ Pride Month release
The Originals Pride Pack includes 3 sneaker designs covered in the rainbow flag
[OPINION] The B in LGBT: The long journey to coming out
'While living as an openly LGBTQIA+ person is tiring and difficult, not living your truth is more tiring. I chose truth.'
President Duterte, praying the gay away didn't work for me
You can’t fix what’s not broken
The week in photos: June 30-July 6, 2018
This week's selection of photo highlights here and around the world
WATCH: Meet the sign language interpreters of Metro Manila Pride 2018
Get to know the 3 sign language interpreters who helped Metro Manila Pride 2018's deaf community #RiseUpTogether
Get the message: Signs that caught our eye during Metro Manila Pride 2018
Pride is a protest, after all
[OPINION] Out of the closet and into the internet
For the benefit of my family, I'm staying in the closet. That's why I turned to online dating sites.
Freedom, equality, and all the colors of the rainbow at Metro Manila Pride 2018
'This year, since we’re all gathered here together, there needs to be movement'
Coming out of the shadows: On being LGBT in Mindanao
The Philippines has been regarded as one of the most gay-friendly countries in the world. Does this hold true for all areas of the country?
Rappler Talk: Getting to know Bisdak and Mindanao Pride
Hamilcar Chanjueco Jr. from Mindanao Pride and Roxanne O. Doron from Bisdak Pride, Inc. talk about LGBTQIA+ movements in Mindanao and Visayas.
[OPINION] The extra struggles of the LGBTQ+ community in Mindanao
'We cannot achieve peace and genuine development if gender equality is not upheld especially in Mindanao'
Rappler Talk: #RiseUpTogether and becoming better LGBTQIA+ advocates
How do we #RiseUpTogether and become better advocates?
WATCH: How did you come out?
In celebration of Pride Month, Rappler talks to members of the LGBT community to ask them about their stories and how they found the courage to come out
IN PHOTOS: Same-sex couples wed under LGBTs Christian Church
The LGBTs Christian Church, a religious organization, hopes that the State will eventually legalize same-sex marriage
[OPINION] I do not believe in coming out
I am living as if I have come out, therefore I do not see the point of sitting down with my family and telling them that I am gay
Free Love 2018: Project Headshot Clinic's pride month campaign shows the beauty in diversity
The photo project's latest shoot includes people from all across the spectrum
#WeAreFamilyToo: LGBT groups push for marriage equality outside SC
Despite challenges faced by various LGBT groups, they are hopeful that it is the most opportune time to fight for marriage equality
Salute to Madame, the first transgender cop in PNP
Police Senior Inspector Rene Balmaceda – or 'Madame' – is the first openly transgender cop in the Philippine National Police. She handles criminal probes at the Quezon City Police District.
