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fromtime.com
20 hours ago

How Brokeback Mountain Holds UpAnd Doesn't20 Years Later

The film challenged stereotypes of masculinity and portrayed a raw, tender love, becoming iconic in LGBTQ+ cinema and prompting discussions on broader representation.
LGBT
#literature
more#literature
#lgbtq
SF LGBT
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Pride Is Not Just a Party

Homophobia persists in liberal nations, impacting LGBTQ+ individuals' mental health.
LGBTQ+ students face alarming rates of suicidal thoughts, highlighting urgent need for support.
Diverse representation is key to improving LGBTQ+ community's well-being.
SF LGBT
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Comedy Writer Harper Steele, Longtime Friend and Documentary Partner of Will Ferrell, Named SF Pride Grand Marshal

Harper Steele appointed Celebrity Grand Marshal of San Francisco Pride, symbolizing representation in media and the importance of celebrating trans experiences.
SF LGBT
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Pride Is Not Just a Party

Homophobia persists in liberal nations, impacting LGBTQ+ individuals' mental health.
LGBTQ+ students face alarming rates of suicidal thoughts, highlighting urgent need for support.
Diverse representation is key to improving LGBTQ+ community's well-being.
SF LGBT
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Comedy Writer Harper Steele, Longtime Friend and Documentary Partner of Will Ferrell, Named SF Pride Grand Marshal

Harper Steele appointed Celebrity Grand Marshal of San Francisco Pride, symbolizing representation in media and the importance of celebrating trans experiences.
more#lgbtq
#transgender-issues
more#transgender-issues
#diversity
Black Lives Matter
fromMadameNoire
3 weeks ago

The Times Square Statue Dares To Be An Ordinary Black Woman-And That's Exactly Why It's Under Attack [Op-Ed]

Grounded in the Stars challenges traditional representations of triumph through its depiction of a Black woman, but faced significant social backlash upon unveiling.
Artificial intelligence
fromtime.com
2 weeks ago

When AI Erased My Disability

AI must embrace all aspects of identity, including disabilities, to reflect true diversity.
AI bias can lead to prejudiced outcomes when it ignores representation.
Personal experiences reveal the limitations of AI in accurately portraying individuals with disabilities.
Social media marketing
fromBustle
3 weeks ago

Golloria, Jackie Aina, & More Creators Who Are Breaking Boundaries In Beauty

The beauty industry is undergoing a transformation towards greater inclusivity, driven by influencers advocating for broader representation.
Representation in beauty has historically been limited, but changing consumer expectations are driving brands to be more inclusive.
Video games
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

Intergalactic Star Reveals The Advice Neil Druckmann Gave Her About Facing Online Hate

Tati Gabrielle faces backlash for her role in Naughty Dog's 'Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet', highlighting issues of misogyny and racism against actors of color.
NYC LGBT
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

Cynthia Nixon reveals what she 'hated' about 'Sex and the City'

Cynthia Nixon critiques aspects of 'Sex and the City' for being outdated, especially regarding race and LGBTQ+ representation.
Black Lives Matter
fromMadameNoire
3 weeks ago

The Times Square Statue Dares To Be An Ordinary Black Woman-And That's Exactly Why It's Under Attack [Op-Ed]

Grounded in the Stars challenges traditional representations of triumph through its depiction of a Black woman, but faced significant social backlash upon unveiling.
Artificial intelligence
fromtime.com
2 weeks ago

When AI Erased My Disability

AI must embrace all aspects of identity, including disabilities, to reflect true diversity.
AI bias can lead to prejudiced outcomes when it ignores representation.
Personal experiences reveal the limitations of AI in accurately portraying individuals with disabilities.
Social media marketing
fromBustle
3 weeks ago

Golloria, Jackie Aina, & More Creators Who Are Breaking Boundaries In Beauty

The beauty industry is undergoing a transformation towards greater inclusivity, driven by influencers advocating for broader representation.
Representation in beauty has historically been limited, but changing consumer expectations are driving brands to be more inclusive.
Video games
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

Intergalactic Star Reveals The Advice Neil Druckmann Gave Her About Facing Online Hate

Tati Gabrielle faces backlash for her role in Naughty Dog's 'Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet', highlighting issues of misogyny and racism against actors of color.
NYC LGBT
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

Cynthia Nixon reveals what she 'hated' about 'Sex and the City'

Cynthia Nixon critiques aspects of 'Sex and the City' for being outdated, especially regarding race and LGBTQ+ representation.
more#diversity
#hollywood
Film
fromFlowingData
1 week ago

Asian misrepresentation in American films

The match rate between actor ethnicity and roles played is higher than expected, especially for Asian characters.
Film
fromFlowingData
1 week ago

Asian misrepresentation in American films

The match rate between actor ethnicity and roles played is higher than expected, especially for Asian characters.
more#hollywood
fromAdvocate.com
6 days ago

Sandra Valls makes her Broadway debut in 'Real Women Have Curves'

"I feel so grateful," Valls says of her Broadway debut. "I'm so happy that I had faith in myself."
NYC LGBT
#theatre
more#theatre
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Introducing Fast Company's Queer Changemakers

As anti-trans legislation and rhetoric continue to escalate across the U.S.-from sweeping state-level bans on gender-affirming care to renewed efforts to bar trans people from public life, nonbinary elite runner Nikki Hiltz and ACLU's LGBTQ+ rights lawyer Chase Strangio find themselves at the intersection of justice and representation.
NYC LGBT
#comedy
more#comedy
#wnba
fromDefector
1 month ago
National Basketball Association

How The Japanese-American Basketball Leagues Built Natalie Nakase | Defector

fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
National Basketball Association

WNBA creates representation in NYC parks with Line Em Up initiative | amNewYork

fromDefector
1 month ago
National Basketball Association

How The Japanese-American Basketball Leagues Built Natalie Nakase | Defector

fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
National Basketball Association

WNBA creates representation in NYC parks with Line Em Up initiative | amNewYork

more#wnba
#cultural-critique
Black Lives Matter
fromThe Root
1 month ago

Black Woman Who Claims She's the Times Square Statue Now Has a Puzzling Request

A 12-foot statue of a Black woman in Times Square sparks varied reactions, emphasizing both representation and differing opinions on its portrayal.
Black Lives Matter
fromThe Root
1 month ago

Black Woman Who Claims She's the Times Square Statue Now Has a Puzzling Request

A 12-foot statue of a Black woman in Times Square sparks varied reactions, emphasizing both representation and differing opinions on its portrayal.
more#cultural-critique
Atlanta Braves
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Coco Gauff proud to represent Americans that look like me' in French Open final triumph

Coco Gauff's French Open victory symbolizes hope for her supporters during challenging political times in the U.S.
#doctor-who
fromInverse
3 weeks ago
Washington Wizards

Ncuti Gatwa Made Me Excited to Start 'Doctor Who' - Until His Rushed Exit

fromInverse
3 weeks ago
Washington Wizards

Ncuti Gatwa Made Me Excited to Start 'Doctor Who' - Until His Rushed Exit

more#doctor-who
#art
Arts
fromColossal
1 month ago

Kandy G. Lopez Embroiders Striking, Life-Size Yarn Portraits Highlighting BIPOC Narratives

Kandy G. Lopez uses embroidery on mesh to celebrate Afro-Caribbean heritage and encourage dialogue on representation.
Black Lives Matter
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 weeks ago

Mario Moore's Beneath Our Feet Explores Legacy, Land, and Black Representation Through Art | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Mario Moore uses classical techniques to reshape representation in art, focusing on Black narratives and challenging historical norms.
Arts
fromColossal
1 month ago

Kandy G. Lopez Embroiders Striking, Life-Size Yarn Portraits Highlighting BIPOC Narratives

Kandy G. Lopez uses embroidery on mesh to celebrate Afro-Caribbean heritage and encourage dialogue on representation.
Black Lives Matter
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 weeks ago

Mario Moore's Beneath Our Feet Explores Legacy, Land, and Black Representation Through Art | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Mario Moore uses classical techniques to reshape representation in art, focusing on Black narratives and challenging historical norms.
more#art
fromTODAY.com
2 weeks ago

10-year-old Girl's Rendition of 'Defying Gravity' Is Blowing People's Minds

You can tell she studied Cynthia's version of 'Defying Gravity.' This is why Black representation is so important. Look at what it inspires.
Parenting
#theater
more#theater
#judiciary
Social justice
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 weeks ago

A First, not a last: Brooklyn judge marks milestone in Asian American representation

Judge Rena Malik's election marks the beginning of increased Asian representation in Brooklyn's judiciary, emphasizing resilience and future leadership.
more#judiciary
Video games
fromPolygon
3 weeks ago

Webcomic phenom Let's Play is getting an anime - a dream come true for American creator Mongie

Leeanne M. Krecic's webcomic 'Let's Play' is being adapted into an anime by Crunchyroll, marking a significant achievement for representation in the industry.
#historical-figures
fromMedium
1 month ago
Graphic design

Whitewashing on Mexican banknotes?

Historical portrayals of figures like Sor Juana and Benito Juárez reveal biases in beauty standards that exclude Indigenous representation.
more#historical-figures
#gender-equality
more#gender-equality
#youth-sports
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago
Major League Baseball

Prep talk: As MLB tries to increase Black players, St. John Bosco has positive news

Increased visibility of Black players in baseball is highlighted by St. John Bosco's success, with five Black starters in their championship run.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago
LA Dodgers

Japanese soccer players forming connections with L.A.'s Japanese American community

Saki Watanabe highlights the growing representation of Japanese players in soccer, inspiring a new generation of athletes.
Major League Baseball
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Prep talk: As MLB tries to increase Black players, St. John Bosco has positive news

Increased visibility of Black players in baseball is highlighted by St. John Bosco's success, with five Black starters in their championship run.
more#youth-sports
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

There's something about Mary, Queen of Stops

The legacy I want to leave is leaving the game in a better place.
Women in technology
Graphic design
fromItsnicethat
3 weeks ago

Meet BIEN, the motion studio championing inclusion from the ground up

BIEN aims to reshape the creative industry through inclusive motion design, focusing on representation and accessibility.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Letitia Wright describes huge burden' of representation on black artists

Letitia Wright highlights the immense pressure on black filmmakers regarding representation while unveiling her short film about black youth.
Wright's directorial debut, inspired by real tragedies, approaches black youth narratives with depth and avoids stereotypes.
#film-industry
fromIndieWire
1 month ago
Independent films

Neeraj Ghaywan Talks His Cannes Premiere 'Homebound' and the Notes He Got from Executive Producer Martin Scorsese

The selection of Neeraj Ghaywan's film 'Homebound' for Cannes showcases a strong narrative of friendship between marginalized communities.
fromIndieWire
1 month ago
Independent films

2025 Bentonville Film Festival to Open with Kate Beecroft's Sundance Hit 'East of Wall'

The 2025 Bentonville Film Festival emphasizes inclusion, showcasing 66% films by female or gender non-conforming filmmakers.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

Neeraj Ghaywan Talks His Cannes Premiere 'Homebound' and the Notes He Got from Executive Producer Martin Scorsese

The selection of Neeraj Ghaywan's film 'Homebound' for Cannes showcases a strong narrative of friendship between marginalized communities.
fromIndieWire
1 month ago
Independent films

2025 Bentonville Film Festival to Open with Kate Beecroft's Sundance Hit 'East of Wall'

more#film-industry
#politics
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

AOC's district neglect: Letters to the Editor - May 14, 2025

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is facing criticism for prioritizing her national image over her responsibilities to her district.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

AOC's district neglect: Letters to the Editor - May 14, 2025

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is facing criticism for prioritizing her national image over her responsibilities to her district.
more#politics
#lilo--stitch
Film
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Why the Live-Action Lilo & Stitch Remake Has Sparked Controversy

Lilo & Stitch's live-action remake faces criticism over casting and character portrayal, yet Disney anticipates widespread success.
Film
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Why the Live-Action Lilo & Stitch Remake Has Sparked Controversy

Lilo & Stitch's live-action remake faces criticism over casting and character portrayal, yet Disney anticipates widespread success.
more#lilo--stitch
#documentary
more#documentary
Medicine
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

One woman's fight to remove barriers for aspiring doctors with disabilities

Taylor Carty, diagnosed with cerebral palsy, strives to become a doctor and advocate for increased representation of people with disabilities in medicine.
#public-art
NYC music
fromBET
1 month ago

12-Foot Bronze Statue of Black Woman Sparks Debate in Times Square

The installation of 'Grounded in the Stars' ignites discussions on representation, identity, and the evolving role of monuments in public spaces.
NYC music
fromBET
1 month ago

12-Foot Bronze Statue of Black Woman Sparks Debate in Times Square

The installation of 'Grounded in the Stars' ignites discussions on representation, identity, and the evolving role of monuments in public spaces.
more#public-art
Brooklyn
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

A cozy Brooklyn spot where 'tea is the only answer'

Brooklyn Tea fosters community and wellness while challenging representation disparities in the tea industry.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

We have so many talented black British actors who had to leave in order to work': Sharon D Clarke on typecasting, industry tensions, and the truthfulness of Mr Loverman

Sharon D Clarke celebrates her Bafta nomination for Mr Loverman, emphasizing the importance of diverse storytelling in her career and society.
Chicago White Sox
fromYahoo Sports
1 month ago

The 1st Negro National League game was played 105 years ago - and Chicago played a part

Black baseball players' fight for respect has led to increased representation, though only 6.2% are currently in Major League Baseball.
#andor
more#andor
Podcast
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

This Book Drama Gets Hotter in the DMs

An influencer's upcoming book has ignited controversy over queer representation and authenticity in storytelling.
NYC LGBT
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Robert De Niro's daughter Airyn comes out as transgender in first-ever interview

Airyn De Niro, Robert De Niro's daughter, is coming out as a trans woman, influenced significantly by her journey and representation in media.
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