The LGBTQIA+ community has a history that spans thousands of years and is the most diverse minority on the planet, made up of people from all races, religions, political affiliations and socioeconomic backgrounds. Discover more about this often-misunderstood global community.
Discover your global community
Gayther’s LGBTQIA+ social networking service, Gayther Affinity, has moved. The service is now on Gayther.life, so please update your bookmarks, shortcuts and links. We moved the service, along with our dedicated business and service directories, to the new site, as it represents our desire to help you with all aspects of your life, from finding inclusive services and business to connecting with people like you.
Connect with people from the
community worldwide
An LGBTQIA+ community social network service that is not exclusively a dating app, designed to be a way to easily connect with people like you, join groups and participate in forums, sharing your views and opinions with your global community. Gayther Affinity is a closed network, which means all members must register and log in to view and join the community.
Discover all about the amazing LGBTQIA+ community, learn about the community and the various personal pronouns and use the interactive maps to discover countries that recognise same-sex marriages, unions, and so much more
News and topical stories relating to the
community
Reading and sharing articles is a great way to explore topical themes and subjects and provide talking points, perspectives and angles that might be similar or different to your own. Discover Gayther's articles today.
LGBTQIA+ Online: Tips for being safe online
September 20, 2024
Social media and smartphone apps are a great way to network, connect and meet people with similar interests. With growing hostilities towards the LGBTQIA+ community in some countries worldwide, it is crucial that when you are online that you remain safe at all times. Our top ten tips for online safety are designed to help you protect yourself but still allow you to meet interesting people from around the world
LGBTQIA+ Pride: Why is little known about asexuality?
December 6, 2022
Whenever people are asked to define asexuality, the reply is often far from the truth. Many personal beliefs and understandings are more myths and legends rather than reality. Though not as mainstream as other LGBTQIA+ identities, it is estimated that almost 1% of the world’s population identifies as asexual. Given the growing numbers, why is little known about asexuality and aromantic individuals?
LGBTQIA+ Pride: What does it mean to identify as nonbinary?
November 6, 2022
Since the 1990s, more people are becoming aware of and are identifying as non-binary, genderless, genderfluid or genderqueer. Over the past few years, more celebrities and well-known public figures have come out and stated that they do not exclusively identify as male or female. With more publicity and awareness, what does it mean to identify as non-binary, and how does a person’s gender identity relate to their sexuality?
Places to meet and connect with people with a
shared and common interest
KEY CATEGORIES
Filter and search events by category
With hundreds of LGBTQIA+ related events occurring worldwide each year, make sure you are kept up to date with what is going on in your area
The term help in over
80 languages
The help on a page contains translated terms for over 80 languages worldwide. Whenever you need help, show the page, and whoever sees it will need that you urgently need help and assistance
WHO DO YOU CALL IN AN EMERGENCY...
When we travel abroad, most of us will have fun and pleasant visits, often without any major problems or incidents. In the event something bad happens, knowing who to call quickly can be a matter of life and death. The Gayther Emergency Services tool features emergency numbers for every country worldwide. With three separate methods for finding emergency service information, as well, as quick dial buttons, getting help quickly can be fast and simple
When travelling, as a non-native speaker of a language or when you cannot speak, communicating how you think and feel to a medical practitioner can be challenging. The medical diagnosis interpreter, also known as the MDI, is a free click and point solution where you can use literal translations for up to 89 different languages
Knowing the local emergency telephone numbers is crucial, whether at home or abroad. The Gayther guide not only provides the various telephone numbers for the emergency services worldwide but also common phrases in the native language
When escaping persecution or conflict, travelling through a country as a non-native speaker of a language or when you cannot speak is difficult. Quickly communicating your needs and any required assistance is challenging and often time-critical. The refugee communication tool is an essential tool designed to help anyone in a problematic situation share their circumstances with those in a position to help
Learn more about and take
pride in your community
The Pride in Series is designed to showcase, inform and ultimately for people to take pride in however they choose to identify. The series covers all of the popular sexual and gender identities, from heterosexual to transgender, and is a fun, informative guide designed to be positive and help people connect with their community.
Learn more about all of the unique and amazing groups that make up the LGBTQIA+ community with the pride in series
Learn all about gender and gender-neutral pronouns in English and seven other languages
Learn each year how individual countries and regions around the world are treating members of the LGBTQIA+ community
The LGBTQIA+ community has come a long way regarding equal treatment and legal recognition over the past 20 years. Today, many countries still classify same-sex relationships as illegal. The Gather LGBTQIA+ Equality Index is an annual index that is designed to help you discover more about individual countries and how well they treat members of the LGBTQIA+ community
Have fun and be
entertained
Why not learn more and have some fun at the same time? Gayther has created many interactive and downloadable resources designed to be entertaining. From colour and learn to themed crosswords, there is something for everyone on Gayther.
Stay up-to-date with all that is happening within the global LGBTQIA+ community. From the latest news to the articles covering all the main themes, subjects, and areas. All of the challenges many of the community face within their daily lives. Discover more about Gayther news and media today
Join and participate in any fun online personality tests and quizzes on Gayther.
Download and test your wits against community-inspired crosswords and word searches.
Take some time, choose and print from various fun and engaging templates.
All of the ways people like to be
greeted and addressed
How we are seen and how we are greeted and addressed are important to us all. For some, conventional pronouns do not accurately reflect how they see themselves, and many may prefer non-gender-specific pronouns. Learn more about the different pronouns in English and other common languages
Did you know
Gender-neutral pronouns have been used for centuries, and it was common for people to use they and them rather than he and she. In Middle English, male children were referred to as knave girls and female children were known as gay girls.
DISCOVER WHICH COUNTRIES LEGALLY RECOGNISE GENDER IDENTITIES...
Gender and body dysmorphia affects many people each year. Many will feel trapped in the wrong body and look to transform their outer appearance to reflect their inner self. For those going through their transition, it is often a challenge and lengthy process. Discover how each country around the world legally acknowledges and treats gender identities
An effective method for establishing progressive
policies and approaches
Gayther has several tailored and specific directories, each with a particular target group and purpose. We have created a unique question set to help businesses and services showcase their products and services to the LGBTQIA+ community. Organisations can highlight inclusive policies and practices and, at the same time, make It easier for community members to find quality products and services. The questions set is available in Gayther's Big Directory, inclusive Events and the Care Providers and Services (CPS) directory.
TAKING PRIDE IN YOU
Acceptance and coming to terms with a part of what makes you can be challenging for many people. The Gayther pride in series is about celebrating all things relating to sexualities, gender identities and special groups. Showcasing the exceptional people, interesting facts and ways to connect with those unique communities, all designed to help and promote pride in LGBTQIA+ identities
The big directory comprises fourteen groups and over one thousand categories, from travel accommodation to home maintenance
There are thousands of events taking place, it is not always easy to know what is going on and when, Gayther can help
The Care Providers and Services directory lists businesses and services that are inclusive and welcoming to all
There are millions of non-profit organisations, advice services, and support groups worldwide, all designed to help you
The RM Directory is designed to showcase organisations and services experienced in assisting those seeking refuge or relocating. Whether a refugee who is forced to leave home due to war or a migrant seeking out better living conditions, the RM Directory can help
All of the groups and forums which are based on
geographical locations and themes
LGBTQIA+ COUNTRY & REGION GUIDES
With countries around the world treating members of the LGBTQIA+ community differently, planning an overseas trip can be challenging. With over 233 country and 435 regional guides, Gayther guides provide you with all the information you need when planning your trip. From LGBTQIA equality to essential travel information, discover Gayther guides today
Gayther Affinity is a private platform for the global LGBTQIA+ community. A space that gives you the freedom to be yourself. Helping you communicate with and connect to people similar to yourself. People from around the world from all age groups and backgrounds. Signup for your free Affinity account today
Resources and tools designed for the
elder community
With age comes wisdom, but it also brings new challenges, limitations and issues. For many within the LGBTQIA+ community, growing old can be isolating with a lack of suitable services and support for their at and post-retirement needs. At Gayther, we have created many resources designed to support the elder community and showcase inclusive care businesses and services worldwide that can help and support them with their needs.
Discover more about the support groups and services to help people as they face some of their toughest challenges. Find out more about the different types and what each one represents
Discover all of the generations from the past 121 years. Learning about out interesting facts about their lives, the current world population and the environment from an LGBTQIA+ perspective
Learn more about the people forced to leave their homes due to war, violence or persecution. Discover the different types of refugees and their individual rights
Resources and tools designed for
refugees and migrants
When the worst happens, we all need help and support. Whether it is people fleeing war, persecution or seeking a better life for themselves and their families, knowing where to go and the obstacles they might face are essential for any travel. Gayther has created many services, tools and guides to support those seeking refuge. Discover how Gayther can help today.
RESOURCES TO HELP YOUR FRIENDS, FOLLOWERS, CUSTOMERS…
With over one thousand data points relating to weather stations worldwide, hundreds of LGBTQIA+ country and state travel guides, as well as community-related articles, fun and games, there is something for everyone on Gayther. Help your friends, followers or customers by including a badge or any one of the hundreds of colourful QR Codes within your newsletter, blog, vlog or website to direct them to resources that relate directly to you or your business or service. Discover QR Codes and Gayther Badges today
All about
Gayther
We at Gayther are passionate about the LGBTQIA+ community and use our service to advocate for the many people worldwide. Working towards helping everyone, regardless of their gender or sexual identity, see and understand more about the diverse and unique individuals who form this exceptional community. A community made up of groups of people that have been around for thousands of years. It is the only group that truly represents every country, race, and religion and speaks every language across the globe.
Gayther is tailored towards the global community and works on the principle that no one is excluded. Regardless of their gender or sexual identity, everyone is welcome. Free to learn more about LGBTQIA+ history, the diverse community and its members and ultimately to bring people together, dispelling misinformation and mistrust.
Gayther is tailored towards the global community and works on the principle that no one is excluded. Regardless of their gender or sexual identity, everyone is welcome. Free to learn more about LGBTQIA+ history, the diverse community and its members and ultimately to bring people together, dispelling misinformation and mistrust.
