On learning why pronouns matter! A tribute to a friend
In 2015, at an event, I noticed that while introducing themselves, people were sharing their pronouns. I did not understand…
What I Realised When My Close Friend Came Out To Me
Raveen, a straight guy in Pune, shares insights from his experiences of having a friend recently come out to him.
Why I am a feminist and supporter of LGBT rights
Soorya Sriram reflects on his journey into becoming a supporter of gender and sexuality rights.
Video: Dealing With Family – குடும்பத்தினரை சமாளிப்பது எப்படி?
In this hangout, some of Orinam’s members who are gay, talk about how they dealt with their family members post coming out.
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To Raghu, with love
An Orinam reader reflects on the suicide of his cousin brother.
No Room for Hatred: A Mother Writes
Chhanda Dutta speaks of her journey towards unconditional acceptance of her son Avinaba.
Poem: A boon she sought!
I ask not for the sun or the moon, A dutiful son will not deny a mother her boon
Statement from Tyler Clementi’s Brother
James Clementi, brother of Tyler Clementi, who is also gay, read an impact statement at the courthouse right before Dharun Ravi’s sentencing
IBN7 Zindagi Live feature on mothers of gay and lesbian children
IBN7’s Zindagi Live hosts an exceptional series of interviews with mothers of children who are gay or lesbian. Compered by Richa Anirudh, the 39 minute episode, primarily in Hindi, features Chitra Palekar, Padma Iyer, Amita Sharma and Shobha Doshi.
My Son is like Krishna!
Sudha Santhanam explains how she came to terms with her son’s sexuality and accepted him unconditionally. Translated by Niruj Mohan Ramanujam.