LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — A man confidently struts in a dress. Another films himself applying makeup before breaking into a dance. Their videos rack up millions of views—and equally divided reactions. Some viewers applaud them for challenging…
Many gays still experience feelings of isolation, guilt, and shame due to the clash between their religious upbringing and their sexual orientation. Family rejection and cultural stigma are significant challenges. Both the traditional Catholic Church and Islamic…
Enrique San Juan’s entry into the pride movement was almost casual, a series of messages from youth leaders asking if anyone was organizing a Pride event in Cebu in June 2023. …
If you have ever found yourself confused after hearing someone say “kekeru,” “mother,” or “twink,” chances are you have encountered queer slang, a vibrant and ever-evolving language that has become increasingly woven into everyday Filipino conversations.…
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Not all stories of coming out begin with words; some unfold quietly over time. Ricc Doble, a 42-year-old businessman and proud gay father, never had a coming-out moment with his family and friends,…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro signed the Right to Care Program Executive Order on the first day of Pride Month, June 1, allowing Cebuanos to formally designate a trusted person to act as their…
Almost every man dreams of becoming a father, to raise a child, build a home, and pass on something of himself to the next generation. But what happens when that dream doesn’t quite fit society’s mold? This…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — More than glitz and glamor, the Mr. Gay Sugbo 2025 pageant on Saturday, June 28, will become a platform for HIV awareness. It aims to urge Cebuanos to get tested, get informed, and…
CEBU CITY, Philippines— In celebration of Pride Month, we look into the story of a Cebuano designer whose journey in fashion is as bold and beautiful as his creations. From making clothes for his yaya—just because he…
MANILA, Philippines—As part of Pride Month celebration, at least 5,000 members of the LGBTQIA+ community received P5,000 each in cash aid. The assistance was through the government’s social aid for low- and-middle-income earners. During a program in…
CONTENT WARNING: This content may include explicit material deemed inappropriate for others. If you’re uncomfortable reading such things, we advise you to halt, or proceed cautiously. CONSOLACION, Cebu—There may be a good reason why members of the…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — “Bayot! Yads! Tomboy!” For years, these have been terms branded as slurs that were used to call Cebuano queer individuals, and often insinuated to demean them. As norms evolved, queer groups and individuals…
