Stories

Friends in the trenches: A connection that started on TV became a solid sanctuary for trans creatives Alice and Fox as they fought to live openly.

Alex Gede and Marcus St Cyr share the “priceless” power of being open and the importance of chosen family.

From dating challenges to standing up to bullies, these friends aren’t afraid to take on the world. Kat Pemberton and Shanell McLeod are a testament to the power of connection, friendship, and radical self-acceptance. As part of the Live Pride Wide Open campaign, the pair share their experiences navigating life with disability, defining their own…

Meet Bob Boxer and Paul Waddup from Café, the agency that created the Live Pride Wide Open campaign.

Karen and KK reflect on the bonds created by the LGBTQIA+ community and the power of being Pride Wide Open.

We chat to Hen and May, two of the stars of our Live Pride Wide Open campaign about how they discovered their identities and why they wouldn’t change a thing.

Speech in full: Pride Wide’s plan to create a world where all LGBTQIA+ people can thrive by 2050.

Remarks in full: Mr Speaker warns LGBTQIA+ people are the “canaries in the mine” when democracy comes under attack.

Jessica van der Weert, best known for her stunning photos of contemporary cultural figures like Fatboy Slim, Boy George and Annie Mac, discusses how to capture the perfect image of friendship.

“I didn't even really have a concept of what it meant to be a lesbian because I never saw any.”