LGBTQ+
Anti-LGBTQ violence in Israel rose sharply in 2025, national queer and trans violence report finds
A total of 432 homophobic or transphobic physical incidents were reported in Israel in 2025, the Aguda's report found.
Karachi Women’s March takes place under restrictions on clothing, slogans, LGBTQ content
As anti-LGBTQ laws spread, these Jewish nonprofits are funding moves to safer states
Jewish bloc returns to London pride parade after two year absence over safety concerns
Russia passes law punishing searches for 'extremist' content
Entities banned in Russia for carrying out "extremist activities" include late Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny's Anti-Corruption Fund, the "international LGBT movement", and US tech giant Meta.
L'Oréal Israel provided exclusive sponsorship for Offer Nissim's pride concert
The beauty group set up four pop-up areas in Yarkon Park under the concept "LET THE BEAT GLOW ON" as part of its commitment to values of equality and diversity.
New NGO bill that would tax foreign donations by 80% will exempt ultra-Orthodox orgs. - report
Haredi MKs expressed concern over the bill's potential effect on donations to NGOs that support haredi causes, many of which are based on funds from overseas.
Kyiv court rules in favor of diplomat in Israel in landmark same-sex case for Ukraine
Ukraine's recognition of Zoryan Kis and Tymur Levchuk's marriage is a milestone for LGBTQ+ couples and families in the country.
Israeli couple stranded in Colombia after surrogacy birth due to sudden entry regulation change
Under the new directive, babies born abroad via surrogacy must first be naturalized in the country of birth, including undergoing a tissue test, before being eligible for an Israeli passport.
Nadav Schwartz: Fighting for LGBTQ+ acceptance among religious Jews
Jerusalemite of the week: A religious Jew who has been out as a gay man for 15 years now, Nadav Schwartz is a passionate activist who fights for the reconciliation of religious and queer identities.
‘Loud and proud’: Meeting the Jewish Federations of North America’s Pride Delegation to Israel
SOCIAL AFFAIRS: At the Jewish Federations of North America’s Pride Delegation to Israel, leaders learn they don’t have to choose between being Jewish, queer and Zionist.
Police prepare for the arrival of 60,000 participants for Tel Aviv Pride Parade
A total of 1,600 police officers, alongside hundreds of volunteers, the city’s SLA unit, security personnel, stewards, and municipal police, will be on hand to ensure the event runs smoothly.
Caitlyn Jenner returns to Israel as guest of honor for Tel Aviv Pride 2025
Jenner's mission for her visit is to bring light to the LGBTQ community in Israel and to help shift global perceptions.
Adara Peskin Shalem: The foraging expert who fights for LGBTQ+ awareness in Orthodox circles
Jerusalemite of the Week: Adara Peskin Shalem turned foraging for food to save money into a profitable business. Now she's also fighting for LGBTQ+ awareness in her Orthodox Jewish community.
