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Entries by Jules Crawley
Anti-Trans Legislation: A Time of Uncertainty for Queer People in the America
2025 sees record-breaking wave of anti-trans bills, threatening rights nationwide.
Transgender Life at the University of Kentucky
A transgender student finds acceptance, community, and hope at the University of Kentucky.
Appalachian Queer Film Festival showcases trans, queer voices through rural filmmakers
The Appalachian Queer Film Festival is uplifting queer and trans stories in Shepherdstown, West Virginia.
Queer News Roundup August 9 to August 15
Queer News from Around the world from August 9 to August 15.
Queer news Roundup August 2 – August 8
Queer News From Around the World August 2 – August 8.
AFAB and AMAB Realities: The Impact of Gendered Expectations on Trans Lives
Trans people are shaped by unique socialization experiences—AMAB and AFAB journeys reflect deep diversity.
Queer News Round Up July 19 – July 25
Queer News From Around the World July 19 – 25.
Anti-trans politics push some Queer Kentuckians out of state
Kentucky continues passing anti-trans legislation and some Kentuckians are fleeing.
Queer News Round Up: July 12 – July 18
Queer News From Around the World. July 12 – 18.
Beyond the Youth Narrative: Three trans adults discuss life in their 40s
What is it like being a trans adult in 2025? Here are three to talk about life in their 40s.
Queer News Round Up: July 5 -July 11
Queer News From Around the World. July 5 – July 11
Let’s discuss the oversexualization of an Appalachian cryptid: Mothman
Mothman has long served as a queer symbol in Appalachia. Here’s why!
Queer News Round Up June 28 – July 5
Queer news from around the world. June 28 – July 5
Queer News Round Up: June 21 – June 27
Queer News From Around the World. June 21-27.
Queer News Round Up June 16 – June 20
Here’s all the queer news you need to know!
Joy and Connection: Celebrating Pride as a trans person in rural Kentucky
Pride festivals in Kentucky offer safety, education, and life-saving support for trans people.
Queer News Round Up June 7 – June 13
Queer News From Around the World June 7 – 13
Richmond Pride brings hope and unification to rural queer folks
Richmond Pride brings queer joy, politics, and rural stories to the heart of Eastern Kentucky.
Boosting Confidence With Gender Affirming Haircuts Through Queers With Shears
Queers With Shears helps LGBTQ+ Kentuckians express identity through affirming hair services.
Queer News Round Up: May 31 – June 6
Queer News From Around the World: May 31 – June 6
Rural Kentucky Prides offer visibility, community and hope
Pride has always been important for queer communities and individuals. As many of us know, Pride started with the Stonewall Riots in 1969, and one year later, a celebration of the accomplishments made on the anniversary birthed the first LGBTQ+ Pride marches. After thirty years of effort, June became officially recognized as LGBTQ+ Pride Month […]
Queer News Round Up: May 24 -June 30
Read what happened around the world this past week!
Let Your Rainbow Flag Fly: 2025 Rural Pride Events You Won’t Want to Miss
Looking for a rural Pride celebration near you? We’ve got you covered!
Queer Kentucky World News Round Up: May 19-23
Here’s what happened in Queer news all over the world last week!
UK Student Jules Crawley Joins Queer Kentucky as Editorial Intern
We’re so happy to bring on Jules Crawley as our summer reporting intern!