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Galit Ben Simhon by Shai Gabriely Coming out “made me bold and smart,” says Panthera CEO and founder Galit Ben Simhon. Panthera is a women’s co-working space in Tel Aviv […]

Franco Stevens by Barak Shrama When she launched the lesbian magazine Deneuve — later to become Curve — back in 1991, “so many lesbians felt completely alone,” Franco Stevens tells […]

Erin Cech by Moni Jones Dr. Erin Cech, an associate professor in the Department of Sociology and the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Michigan, sees science, technology, […]

Fanny Chu by Rebecca Smeyne For 17 years, Fanny Chu worked in the medical field, a path that she found stifled her personal life. Now, as a bartender, going to […]

Erica Rose and Elina Street by Amy Lesser With the pandemic bringing lives to a halt last year, Brooklyn-based filmmakers Erica Rose (L) and Elina Street found themselves with more […]

Daria Berenato by Ryan Loco Daria Berenato has always been a fighter. It’s what she’s known for. Berenato is currently a World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) superstar known as Sonya Deville, […]

Jae Riley (criibaby) by Jarron Williams Jae Riley, the voice behind Billboard-featured queer musician Criibaby, is bringing inclusivity to music with her gender-neutral lyrics. By avoiding pronouns like “she” or […]

Claire Elisan by Watermark Magazine Entrepreneurship was going well for Claire Elisan. “I owned my own business and made pretty good money,” she says. However, despite her financial stability, she […]

Cassie Duprey Courtesy Cassie Duprey Healthcare professional by day and LGBTQ+ nightlife promoter by night, Cassie Duprey strives to practice what she preaches in all her endeavors. “It’s important to […]

Carmen Neely Courtesy of Carmen Neely Harlem Pride was one of the first LGBTQ+ organizations in Harlem, but “now, there are many,” says Harlem Pride co-founder, President, and CEO Carmen […]

Brooke Eden by Ford Fairchild When she began her country music career, Brooke Eden wasn’t encouraged to speak openly about her sexuality. But things have changed in the five years […]

Brittany Howard by Josh Brasted/Getty Images When Brittany Howard was growing up in rural Athens, Alabama, it was a carefree and simple time for her until Jaime, her older sister, […]

Brenda Risch by Oralia Loza “It’s beautiful to see a person blossom with hope and purpose when they see the evidence of how they can make a difference,” says Brenda […]

Bishakh Som by Shriya Samavai “Realizing my transness and womanhood has been an integral part of achieving my artistic ambitions,” graphic novelist Bishakh Som tells GO. “I’ve been drawing, painting, […]

B. Lindsey Deaton by GALA Festival 2016 Denver TransFestival Voices Chorus Creator, artistic director, public servant, and trans and LGBTQIA+ youth advocate B. Lindsey Deaton has made a name for […]

Aubree Calvin by Victoria Marie Designs “It’s important to remember that there are more of our stories out there hidden deep down, and slowly, we are uncovering them,” Aubree Calvin […]

Arielle Soloman courtesy of Arielle Soloman A lesbian couple in a rural area might not be able to find an affirming adoption coach without some serious legwork. But with Maven, […]

Ann Johnson Courtesy of Ann Johnson “Being a member of the LGBTQ community has allowed me to speak from a personal level on legislation that impacts us,” State Representative Ann […]

Angelica Crisi by Dave Cross Photography “DEI isn’t a clear-cut, linear process,” says Angelica Crisi, Partner and COO at Coston Consulting, a Black-owned business advisory firm where Crisi’s DEI (Diversity […]

Angela Lowe by Amy Postle For chef Angela Lowe, coming out wasn’t her choice. After being outed by a relative, Lowe went through a period where she didn’t speak to […]

Angela Daniels-Lewis Courtesy by Tamara Fleming Photography “We can change our world one conversation at a time,” Angela Daniels-Lewis tells GO, “if you speak from a place of authenticity and […]

Andrea Himmel by Courtesy of Andrea Himmel Andrea Himmel’s career has been a big circle, starting and ending — or, currently, situating — in real estate. Himmel studied the field […]

Allison Hope by CUNY TV When writer Allison Hope first entered the job market, she chose to work for smaller, independent Dyke TV rather than NBC because she believed that […]

Alina Carson by Annie Kleb Alina Carson has appeared in Jess Dunn’s “@DatingZoe” and “Gray Ground” and the Instagram scripted series “Besties: The Ultra Mini-Series.” All of these indie roles […]

Alexandra Grey by Easton Schirra Actress, musician and screenwriter Alexandra Grey is proud to be blazing a trail as a visible trans woman. “Art is a very powerful tool,” she […]

Aisha Shaibu by Tom Trevatt Founder of Moonlight Experiences, Aisha Shaibu is an LGBTQ+ activist whose award-winning company is dedicated to uplifting marginalized voices through nightlife and tourism. Moonlight Experiences […]

Adriana Pierce by Alejandro Gonzalvez “The more I lean into who I am, the more it enriches my work and inspires me to continue,” Adriana Pierce tells GO. “Accepting the […]

Abby Sugar by Eric Jukelevics Abby Sugar is the founder and CEO of Play Out Apparel, a gender-equal clothing brand. The brand came out of a personal struggle to find […]

The results also show a generational gap exists between how respondents identify with regards to their sexual orientation or gender identity. 

Read on to learn more about what the cosmos have in store for you this month.

“Pride is a time to recall the trials the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ+) community has endured and to rejoice in the triumphs of trailblazing individuals who have bravely fought — and continue to fight — for full equality.” 

“Honoring the very place where Lorraine Hansberry lived and worked through these State and National Register listings marks another important step in our mission to highlight the contributions of LGBT people in American history.”

“I’m in! California is worth fighting for.” 

“We ask that each and every LGBTQ person remain vigilant and support each other during this time.”

“‘Lesbian Period Drama:’ You get one a year. Make the most of it.”

“It’s not often you get to be part of a film that’s about more than just entertainment, and it was such an honor and a privilege to see how many people were touched by our movie.”