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Since it was first published in 1988, GCN (Gay Community News) has been providing a uniquely Irish angle on LGBT culture, news, politics, entertainment, celebrity and lifestyle for a devoted readership. Published monthly, we have grown to become the most recognised and established gay magazine in Ireland, leading the way with top-rate journalism, fantastic production values and outstanding content.
For almost 30 years, we’ve stood firm as the best-known and best-loved publication for readers who value us for exactly what we are: a one-stop, absolutely essential resource, and the ultimate authority on everything that’s happening in gay Ireland and beyond, leading the way with intelligence, attitude and Irish wit. GCN is a beautiful, up-to-the-minute, queer magazine that is never afraid to pull punches. GCN never fails to get right to the heart of what’s important to LGBT people today, while serving up the best in lifestyle and celebrity content too.
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Articles in this issue
Below is a selection of articles in GCN 364.
FROM THE TEAM
Stefano, Dave, Katie, Marlon, Peter and Lisa
Welcome, dear reader to the first issue of GCN, since March 2020. After a necessary seven month hiatus, we are delighted to be back in print and...
AFTER THE FACT
Leonardo da Vinci, Isaac Newton, Alexander the Great; these are just some of the names that are often mentioned when discussing LGBT+ identities. I’m not really talking about the historical ev...
DRAG + DRAW
The potential for the arts as a way to connect to people has always resonated with me. Growing up in the rural midlands, I was a bit of an outsider and didn’t exactly thrive in the limited and somewh...
Community news/listings
Countrywide
BeLonG To
BeLonG To are a leading support service helping LGBT+ youths feel heard and visible in Ireland. Their response to the lockdown saw changes to their services as they...
Why The US Election Matters For LGBT+ Rights
Few of us who lived through US election night 2016 will ever forget it. For me, it happened at an election watch party in St James’ Gate, hosted by the US Embassy, and attended by people from every p...
LIVE THROUGH THIS
Anyone who has ever had the pleasure to chat with Ailbhe Smyth on any topic will likely share my experience of leaving the conversation with a brain buzzing and brimming with thoughts and further que...