Since 2017, Lighthouse.lgbt has been a beacon for the LGBTQ+ community, amplifying over 1,000 stories by 2025 to foster connection and resilience worldwide. Your story—whether it’s about coming out, finding love, or embracing your identity—can inspire others. Our Stories category is a safe space to share your journey, reaching a global audience of allies and queer individuals. Submit your story today to join our movement for inclusion and empowerment.
Why Share Your Story?
Every LGBTQ+ story matters. By sharing yours, you contribute to a vibrant archive that educates, uplifts, and unites. Here’s why your voice counts:
- Inspire Others: Your courage can empower someone struggling with their identity, like the 2023 story that helped a trans teen in London feel seen.
- Build Community: Connect with readers across 20+ countries, as our platform did during 2024 pride events.
- Drive Change: Stories shape perceptions, like our 2021 mental health series that reached 10,000+ readers, reducing stigma.
“Lighthouse.lgbt gave my story a home, and it changed how I see myself,” says a 2024 contributor from Toronto. Join them by submitting below.
How to Submit
We welcome stories from all LGBTQ+ individuals and allies, whether you’re sharing a personal milestone or advocating for change. Follow these steps:
- Complete the Form: Fill out the form below with your details and story (500-1,500 words recommended).
- Add Context: Share why your story matters and how it reflects your queer experience.
- Review Process: Our team reviews submissions for authenticity and respect, responding within 7 days.
- Publication: Approved stories are published in our Stories category, with optional anonymity to protect your privacy.
Need inspiration? Browse our Stories archive or check our Healthcare Blog for tips on mental health and self-expression. Questions? Email us at support@lighthouse.lgbt.
Submission Guidelines
To ensure a respectful and inclusive platform, please adhere to these guidelines:
- Authenticity: Share true experiences or fictional stories rooted in real emotions.
- Respect: Avoid hate speech or content that harms the LGBTQ+ community.
- Length: Aim for 500-1,500 words for depth and engagement.
- Images: Include optional photos (without EXIF GPS data) to enhance your story, ensuring privacy.
- Privacy: Choose to publish anonymously or with your name/pronouns.
We prioritize your safety, especially for those in sensitive contexts. “Sharing anonymously let me speak freely,” says a 2024 contributor from Singapore.
Submit Your Story Form
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Form Fields:
- Name (Optional): Enter your name or leave blank for anonymity.
- Email Address (Required): For communication about your submission.
- Preferred Pronouns (Optional): E.g., they/them, she/her, he/him.
- Story Title (Required): A brief title for your story.
- Your Story (Required): Paste or write your story (500-1,500 words).
- Why Share? (Optional): Explain why your story matters to you or others.
- Image Upload (Optional): Upload a relevant image, ensuring no location data.
- Consent Checkbox (Required): “I agree to the Privacy Policy and allow Lighthouse.lgbt to publish my story, with or without my name, per my preference.”
Our Commitment to You
We review every submission with care, ensuring your story aligns with our mission to empower and uplift. Approved stories are published in our Stories category, reaching readers globally. We protect your privacy, offering anonymity and secure data handling, as outlined in our Privacy Policy. Your story could be the light someone needs—submit now to make a difference.
