Republicans often try to pit Muslims and queers against each other, as if it’s impossible to be both. But a quick glance at Instagram shows that queer Muslims exist and live rich rewarding lives. Here are a few of our favorites.
Let’s start with Rashad Nimr, who represents a lot of communities that can work together:
Aw, a cozy hug! That shirt has us hypnotized.
Haha, this is great. New tattoo? There’s stickers available, too!
Just some friends hanging out, getting along, talking about spirituality. Looks like a fun shindig.
Behind the scenes at Splashes of Dye, a student film at NYU about queer Muslims.
If anyone needs to hear that they’re loved and valued and supported, it’s Muslim trans youth—just imagine the hurdles they face.
Look at this heroine—protecting her neighbors, working to help refugees, building bridges with allies in the community.
Here’s a photo from the Queer Muslim Project, accompanying interviews about the anxieties people are feeling about America’s surge in Nazism.
Check it out—the first gay-friendly yoga retreat in India! If you have the means to travel, it sounds like it’s definitely worth a visit:
“Whatever, still gay,” this young lesbian writes. Good for her.
Ack, an adorable cozy cuddle. Two boys so lucky to find each other! When their beards connect it must be magic.
Now this is fashion. Do not even try to compare! It’s an apex of style.
Rainbows! So many rainbows! Never underestimate a queer person’s ability to incorporate rainbows into any outfit.
Oh hey there! Just a cute grin from a cute fellow.
Looks like a fun bunch of crimefighters:
Oh now that’s a little explicit. Now that we’re complaining. You just have fun with yourselves, everyone!
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