LGBTQ+

Visible allyship: Why LGBTQ+ Jews shouldn't have to choose between their identities - opinion

One of the most important lessons I’ve learned from working at JQY is that allyship cannot be assumed. It has to be visible.

People march in the Capitol Pride Parade on June 20, 2026 in Washington, DC. The Capitol LGBT parade had been postponed due to President Trump's UFC fight at the White House.
Participants draped in pride flags, featuring a Star of David, stand together during the annual Pride Parade in Tel Aviv, Israel, on June 12, 2026.

Israeli flag condemned as 'harmful' at Michigan pride event sparks fierce antisemitism debate

A participant waves an Israeli flag and a rainbow flag with a Star of David above a crowd during the annual Pride Parade in Tel Aviv, Israel, on June 12, 2026.

LGBTQ defunding risks layoffs and service cuts, labor union warns MK Golan

Rainbow unwelcome mat

After a decade building acceptance for LGBTQ Orthodox Jews, it's now unraveling - opinion


It's not a victory lap, it's a protest: My Pride month message to Israel - opinion

Pride Month can easily become a celebration of how far Israel has come, but the work is not finished. LGBTQ+ Israelis still face barriers that many heterosexual Israelis never have to think of.

People take part in the annual Gay Pride Parade in Tel Aviv, June 12, 2026.

Haifa resident arrested over alleged incitement against LGBTQ community, later released

Haifa Magistrate's Court Judge Jada Basul found there was reasonable suspicion that a crime had been committed, but ruled there was no justification for keeping Amir Maron in custody.

 An illustrative image of an Israel Police officer.

Annual Tel Aviv Pride Parade to take place as normal, despite security concerns

Israel Police announced that over 1,000 police officers, undercover and Border Police officers, and volunteers will be deployed throughout the event to ensure the safety of all participants.

Tel Aviv's beaches decorated with pride flags ahead of the annual Tel Aviv Pride Parade.

Jerusalem Pride turned a divided city into a celebration of belonging - opinion

Jerusalem Pride is for those of us who believe in the dignity of every human being, regardless of who they love, how they pray, or where they come from.

THOUSANDS TAKE part in the annual Gay Pride Parade in Jerusalem, on June 4, 2026.

Israel's enemies are my enemies, so why can't Democrats see that? - opinion

The left and right urgently need to work together to tell Americans the truth about theocratic Islam and the threat it poses to both our countries.

 Thousands take part in the annual Gay Pride Parade in Jerusalem, on June 5, 2025.

Lapid promises marriage equality within first 100 days of new gov. at Jerusalem Pride Parade

As the parade began, several people held signs protesting Israel's military actions in Gaza and treatment of Palestinians, with some reading "No pride in genocide" and "No pride in apartheid."

YAIR LAPID speaks at the 24th annual Jerusalem Pride Parade, June 4, 2026.

Jerusalem's 24th March for Pride and Tolerance begins with new route toward Knesset

The 24th Jerusalem March for Pride and Tolerance kicked off with a new route toward the Knesset, highlighting calls for equal rights, legislative change, and inclusion for Israel’s LGBTQ+ community.

THE JERUSALEM Pride Parade, June 4, 2026.

Haifa resident arrested for implied death threats against LGBTQ+ community

One of the suspected threats on social media appears to target former prime minister Naftali Bennett, who said he would work towards civil unions and same-sex marriage within Israeli law if elected.

Haifa resident arrested for threats made against the LGBTQ+ community.

New Jerusalem Pride March route heads towards Knesset under 'Demanding Change' slogan

The Jerusalem Open House for Pride and Tolerance said the march will call for changes in public discourse and legislation on behalf of Israel’s LGBTQ+ community.

 Thousands take part in the annual Gay Pride Parade in Jerusalem, on June 5, 2025.

Israel Police chief meets with members of LGBTQ+ community ahead of Pride Month

Police and LGBTQ+ community leaders discussed security preparations as Pride Month events get underway across Israel, with the Tel Aviv Pride Parade returning to its traditional format.

Police Commissioner Danny Levy meets LGBTQ+ representatives ahead of Pride Month.