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Why Black Gay Elders Are Re-Closeting: UK vs Nigeria Comparison

It can feel like hard-won victories slipping away. LGBTQ+ elders are facing a new crisis: the return to the closet in old age. After surviving criminalisation, police raids, the AIDS …

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Why Black Gay Men Don’t Have to ‘Come Out’ Like Other Races

Introduction—Rethinking the Western Closet Paradigm Western culture often portrays “coming out of the closet” as a transformative experience for gay men—a narrative promoted by the media, popular culture, and mainstream …

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How Black Gay Men Promote Stigma That Comes Back To Hurt Us

As Black gay men, we navigate a world layered with intersecting oppressions—racism from broader society and homophobia within our own racial communities. Knowing this, one would think that any gathering …

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For Gay Men Spending The Holidays Away From Biological Family

The familiar holiday image of matching pyjamas, big family dinners, and joyful gatherings can be comforting, but it doesn’t reflect everyone’s reality. Many people navigate complicated family dynamics, long distances, …

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19 Unflattering Behaviours Seen in Black Queer Spaces—with Examples

Content warning: This article discusses interpersonal harm in Black queer spaces, including manipulation, femophobia, HIV stigma, and related dynamics. Some readers may find this emotionally activating—please proceed with care. Introduction …

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How to Handle Sexual Rejection as a Gay Man: A Practical Framework

By Daniel Nkado for dnbstories.com. Trigger note: This article discusses sexual rejection and stigma. If any section feels distressing, consider pausing and reaching out to a trusted person or professional …

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