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Access Unclear: Gender-Affirming Care in Utah
Even as a nationwide survey found that Utah ranked seventh-highest in the nation in healthcare, many members of the LGBTQ+ population continue to face barriers accessing gender-affirming care. … read more

SLUG Style: Lou Sant
Inspired by his parents’ love of classic rock, Lou Sant’s eclectic style reflects his outgoing personality and confidence in his LGBTQ+ identity. … read more

Mestizo Arts Presents: Home Is Never Dead; It Isn’t Even...
Artists Julian Croft and HALO welcome visitors to their collaborative exhibition to explore the sapphic house in multiple dimensions. … read more

Slaying Cancer and Serving Equity: Cancer’s A Drag
On Saturday, May 18 the American Cancer Society will be hosting the second annual Cancer’s A Drag event from 6–10 pm at Venue 6SIX9. … read more

University of Utah EDI Director Breaks Culture of Silence To...
Utah EDI Director Harry Hawkins says, “I’m not going to continue to be silenced by people who don’t have the best interests of our students at heart.” … read more

Throwin’ it Back Into Aries Season with Gay Asstrology
Every now and again, the parties themselves seem too fantastical to be anything less than written in the stars. … read more

Bold & Beautiful: Shortcake the Clown
Shortcake describes themself as a maladaptive daydreamer—they once had recurring visions of a clown during intrusive daydreams. … read more

Bold & Beautiful: Baby J
When Baby J was 19 years old, he convinced his older sister to go pole dancing for her birthday. He never expected it would lead him to a fulfilling career as a pole dancer, sensual movement artist and boylesquer. … read more

Slamdance Film Review: Sam’s World
Sam’s World explores the internal universe of its main character, Sam, a non-binary sex worker grappling with friendship, romance and a secret pregnancy. … read more

Bold & Beautiful: Robin D’Banc
Despite their self-described “mean girl energy,” Robin D’Banc’s personal journey and performances have inspired their community to be authentic. … read more