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3 brave Queer Forced Migrants who fled Uganda to seek refuge in Kenya, only to be persecuted to the point of almost being killed. Now in hiding, they share their journeys.

Ahmed Eldin talks about the Genocide in Gaza and how the West, particularly legacy media keep the public uninformed on what's happening. We also explore how Israel use Pink washing to justify it's brutal occupation amongst many other strategies.

Cyberbullying is not harmless banter.It is not something people should “just ignore.” And it is not a personality flaw or a bit of online drama. It is a serious mental health issue — one that harms victims, corrodes perpetrators, and thrives in cultures that excuse cruelty as honesty or free speech.

Darly and Pat talk about their experience of raising 3 Queer kids in Sydney Australia. Exploring some of the challenges and tips that helped them.

Lukasz speaks about being Queer and sober, a movement we are seeing across the LGBTQ+ community where people, but especially young people are choosing to be sober and social and party sober.

Dena, Queer Iranian Belgian Comedian

Paul Haynes (he/him) is a Queer life coach with a passion for helping LGBTQ+ individuals break free from shame, rediscover self-worth, and live boldly. With a background in healing, embodiment, and spiritual coaching, Paul supports clients in finding clarity and confidence. As featured Guest #5 on Queer Talk, Paul’s empowering approach and heart-led wisdom reflect the soul of the Fear Fighters mission.

Rachael Moore (she/her) is a British-born bisexual activist and co-founder of Rainbow Nation Brussels, a Black-led organisation amplifying queer, trans, Black, and Brown voices in Belgium. With roles spanning youth empowerment, European politics, and leadership at RainbowHouse Brussels and ILGA World, she brings intersectional visibility and change. As featured Guest #4 on Queer Talk, Rachael’s fierce advocacy and boundary-breaking leadership embody the Fear Fighters mission.

Maksym Dziarmagais a rising star in Belgium’s queer comedy scene and the dynamic founder behind Queertastic House of Comedy. His sharp wit and bold storytelling bring laughter and community to spaces that celebrate LGBTQ+ voices. As featured Guest #3 on Queer Talk, Maksym’s humour-led activism and fearless creativity perfectly echo the spirit of the Fear Fighters mission .

Owen Barlow (they/them) is a non-binary CBT practitioner with a specialist focus on neurodiversity, queer mental health, and supporting young people. With lived experience of ADHD and autism, they bring empathy, expertise, and deep authenticity to their therapeutic work. As featured Guest #2 on Queer Talk, Owen’s commitment to inclusive, identity-affirming therapy reflects the heart of the Fear Fighters mission.

Jaouad Alloulis a powerhouse Queer artist and activist of Moroccan-Belgian descent. A singer-songwriter, theater maker, author, and former drag queen, he uses music and performance to challenge taboos around sexuality, gender, faith, and belonging . After gaining recognition on The Voice van Vlaanderenin 2013, Jaouad toured with powerful solo pieces like Zeemeerminand De meisje, sharing deeply personal stories of growing up gay and Muslim. He continues to bridge cultures—ble

A short story by Corey Patten 10/07/25 “The Haus is now in session,” announces the Haus Mother with a loud clack of their fan. “We acknowledge Miss Verdant Violetta as she walks the floor.”   Miss Violetta, resplendent in a purple pinstripe suit, struts to the middle of the square room, heels clicking on the rainbow marble floor and echoing throughout the chamber. She comes to a stop and stares up at the icons of the Haus.  “My thanks to the Haus for holding space for me. I w

Public displays of affection are often framed as harmless or universal, yet for many LGBTQ+ people they can trigger fear, discomfort, or hypervigilance. This blog explores how safety, shame, trauma, and social conditioning shape our relationship with PDA, challenging the assumption that visibility always equals freedom. It invites a more compassionate understanding of why discomfort around public intimacy is not a personal failure but a response to lived experience.

A short story by Corey Patten 23/07/25 The air buzzes with conversation and brings energy to the dimly lit bar. Aurelia stands in the doorway, eyes flitting between each table and examining each face. Their eyes catch on a hand waving in the corner of the room, and a smile illuminates their face. Claire stands as Aurelia squeezes their way through the maze of tables and wraps them in a tight hug as they emerge. “It’s good to see you,” Aurelia says as they take their seat. “Ho

Bisexuality is often misunderstood through rigid ideas of behaviour, attraction, and legitimacy. This blog explores how narrow cultural and Queer frameworks limit our understanding of bisexual identity, forcing people into boxes that don’t reflect lived experience. It challenges myths around “choice,” consistency, and performance, and invites a more expansive, compassionate way of understanding bisexuality beyond binaries and expectations.

Dating apps like Grindr are often framed as tools for connection, but they can also amplify harm, especially for Queer people navigating shame, racism, body hierarchies, rejection, and trauma. This blog uses the metaphor of cigarette warning labels to critically examine how app culture impacts mental health, self-worth, and intimacy. It questions what responsibility platforms hold, and how users can engage more consciously and safely.

A short story by Corey Patten 06/05/25 A young man steps out of the new arrivals office, then looks toward the sprawling metropolis in front of him, large and imposing, with so many colours it gleams like a jewel against the sky. He takes a deep breath before his feet begin to move. “It can be a bit scary when you first arrive,” a voice says, causing the man’s head to whip to the side. Leaning against the wall is a tall figure with skin as dark as his own, wearing a purple pa

The truth is, a lot of Queer people have experienced sexual abuse in childhood. Not because Queerness causes abuse (it absolutely doesn’t), but because abusers often pick up on kids who feel different, scared, or unsure of themselves — and they take advantage of that.

"Can you help me not be Gay?" "Is there a medication that can make me straight?" "What therapy will fix me?" "I don't want to be like this!" These are real questions I've been asked by South Asian Queer individuals. The desperation in their words is palpable, stemming from a society that deems their existence unacceptable.​

There’s something I want to talk about today that comes up a lot in therapy, especially with LGBTQIA+ people: the thin, slippery line between self-improvement and insecurity. We’re constantly told we should be working on ourselves—losing weight, gaining muscle, fixing our skin, staying youthful, becoming "better." But better for who? For ourselves? Or for others to want us?