queer liberation

Queer Histories: The Gay and Lesbian Kingdom of the Coral Sea Islands 

Queer Histories: The Gay and Lesbian Kingdom of the Coral Sea Islands 

In protest of the government's bigotry, a group of queer activists at Brisbane Pride decided to create their own 'Gay and Lesbian Kingdom'. Under international law, 'oppressed people who occupy an EOT (External Overseas Territory) ... (have) the right to self-determination and self-government'. The Coral Sea Islands, recognised as an EOT of Australia, met this criteria. By asserting their occupancy, these activists could establish their own queer friendly government.  

By Syaa Liesch (they/them)

World Pride: a celebration of LGBTQ+ community or just performative allyship?

World Pride: a celebration of LGBTQ+ community or just performative allyship?

Too many brands are happy to proclaim themselves an ally and stick a rainbow on their logo when they stand to profit but are silent when is comes to the tangible issues that affect our lives.

By Elio Wilder (they/them)