Black and Queer in Philadelphia 2 : A Conversation
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Black and Queer in Philadelphia 2 : A Conversation

Join the Free Library of Philadelphia as they continue the conversation around being Black and Queer in Philadelphia. Host Gary Hines will hold a conversation with James Charles Roberts and Sappho Reynan Fulton on the Black Gay experience in Philadelphia.

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Lancaster Pride Announces 16th Annual Festival
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Lancaster Pride Announces 16th Annual Festival

Lancaster Pride is thrilled to announce its 16th Annual Pride Festival, taking place on June 15, 2024, at the Lancaster County Convention Center. This year's theme, "Our Streets Are Open to All," celebrates the diverse and resilient spirit of the LGBTQ+ community, with the festival expanding outdoors into the streets along Vine and Queen for enhanced outdoor activities and a festive atmosphere.

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Main Line Health Offers an IOP for Queer People!
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Main Line Health Offers an IOP for Queer People!

Mirmont is now enrolling for a new mental health intensive outpatient group. SAGE (Sexuality and Gender Expansive) is open to any adult who identifies as LGBTQ+ and lives with a primary mental health diagnosis. This group will include mental health psychoeducation, DBT-informed therapy, mindfulness and a culturally responsive and strengths-based approach.

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Key Types of Hormone Therapy and Their Effects
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Key Types of Hormone Therapy and Their Effects

HRT and You: A blog series by Arrive Therapy

The overview:

Feminizing Hormone Therapy: Estrogen

Estrogen: Promotes feminine characteristics such as breast development, softer skin, and wider hips.

Anti-androgens: Blocks the production and effects of testosterone, aiding in the reduction of masculine features. 1,2.

Masculinizing Hormone Therapy: Testosterone 1,2.

Testosterone: Induces masculine characteristics including a deeper voice, increased body and facial hair, and a more muscular appearance. It also halts menstrual cycles

Gender Fluid Hormone Therapy:

Hormone therapy may be taken in small doses by individuals who don’t identify as strictly male or female, resulting in a more androgynous appearance.

Hormone therapy may be taken in small doses by individuals who don’t identify as strictly male or female, resulting in a more androgynous or feminine appearance. 1.

Five teenagers of varying genders and colors, expressing their unique personalities

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