All across the country people young, old, black, brown, and white have gathered in memory of Trayvon Martin. The movement, with the rallying cry "I am Trayvon Martin," has already prompted both the US Department of Justice and the FBI to begin civil rights investigations. Advocates continue to demand definitive...

Frank Mugisha, the leader of Sexual Minorities Uganda (SMUG), will receive two prestigious prizes this month in recognition of his tireless advocacy on behalf of LGBTQ Ugandans. The Rafto Foundation in Norway will present Frank the 2011 Rafto Prize in honor of Frank's and SMUG's non-violent...