Sex & Dating

TBT to Twitter Banning HER on Lesbian Day of Visibility

Yes HER, the leading lesbian dating app.

31.8K

In April of 2023, leading lesbian dating app HER launched its campaign for Lesbian Day of Visibility. The topic? TERFS, otherwise known as trans-exclusionary radical feministsOf course, we reported on the issue, which brought TERF trolls to the forefront and even led to a few of our editors being harassed. Yet somehow, HER — not the TERFS were suspended from Twitter.

In its day of visibility statement, HER proudly shared: “As a brand, we’re here to take back the term ‘lesbian’ from the clutches of TERFs and bigots who’ve tried to weaponize the word to fuel their transphobia and hatred.⁠” The term TERFS refers to “trans-exclusionary radical feminists,” who have convoluted the term feminism, to support their perspective.

Where some would assume the celebration of trans and cis lesbians would be a cause for joy, Twitter seemingly took offense, suspending the dating app’s account — on the same day it should’ve been celebrated. The HER dating app has been the leading lesbian dating app for almost a decade and set a new standard for inclusivity within the industry. The app also regularly provides resources for lesbians of all demographics.

Twitter — ahem, X — a home for debates and contrasting opinions, has become increasingly unsafe for the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as other marginalized groups. For example, Twitter recently quietly removed a policy against deadnaming transgender users in 2023. The news foreshadows an unsafe Twitter under Musks’s reign and further empowers TERFS.

On April 27, 2023, HER’s Twitter account was reinstated.

To support HER and its community, explore the brand’s op-ed.

For more on inclusive sex and dating, here’s your guide to triad polyamory — ahem, throuples.

Read Full Article
Text By
and
Share this article

What to Read Next

Megan thee Stallion Accused of Queer Baiting
Sex & Dating

Megan thee Stallion Accused of Queer Baiting

Despite being openly bisexual, new fans accused the rapper of queer baiting.

I Asked My Lovers’ What Their Favorite LGBTQIA+ Dating Apps Were...
Sex & Dating

I Asked My Lovers’ What Their Favorite LGBTQIA+ Dating Apps Were...

The votes are in.

Tommy Dorfman Is Ready to Hard Launch Her Wife
Sex & Dating

Tommy Dorfman Is Ready to Hard Launch Her Wife

“I married my best friend and didn’t tell anyone.”


Mia Khalifa Reflects on Her Time in Adult Entertainment
Sex & Dating

Mia Khalifa Reflects on Her Time in Adult Entertainment

On the latest episode of ‘The Louis Theroux Podcast,’ Khalifa tells all.

5 Benefits of Self-Pleasure
Sex & Dating

5 Benefits of Self-Pleasure

The best hack for confidence and more.

Saucony Spotlights Three Outstanding Women for Latest SS24 Campaign
Footwear 

Saucony Spotlights Three Outstanding Women for Latest SS24 Campaign

Presented by Saucony
“Own Your Narrative” explores how they’re breaking boundaries and carving their own lane.

The Best Places to Shop Vintage Fashion in London
Fashion

The Best Places to Shop Vintage Fashion in London

From charity shops to vintage boutiques, this list has got it all.

David Koma Dives Into Swimwear With New Lifestyle Brand
Fashion

David Koma Dives Into Swimwear With New Lifestyle Brand

LET’S SWIM is the newest venture from the iconic designer.

Byoma's Sold Out "Liptide" Lip Oil Is Back In Stock
Beauty

Byoma's Sold Out "Liptide" Lip Oil Is Back In Stock

Get it before the #BeautyTok girlies do.

Megan Fox is in Her Hair Chameleon Era
Beauty

Megan Fox is in Her Hair Chameleon Era

From short fire engine red bobs to XXL mermaid blue hair, she’s constantly gagging us.

Gentle Monster Officially Presents its Jentle Salon Collection
Fashion

Gentle Monster Officially Presents its Jentle Salon Collection

Featuring a fluffy white unicorn, 11 charms and a campaign shot by Petra Collins.


5 Sex Secrets Billie Eilish Spilled This Week
Sex & Dating

5 Sex Secrets Billie Eilish Spilled This Week

“I should have a Ph.D. in masturbation.” -Eilish

5 Sneaker Trends to Know for Summer 2024
Footwear

5 Sneaker Trends to Know for Summer 2024

From football boots and metallic hues to sneaker hybrids and skate shoes.

More ▾
 

Looks like you’re using an ad-blocker

We charge advertisers instead of our readers. Support us by whitelisting our site.

Whitelist Us

How to Whitelist Us

screenshot
  1. Click the AdBlock icon in the browser extension area in the upper right-hand corner.
  2. Under “Pause on this site” click “Always”.
  3. Refresh the page or click the button below to continue.
screenshot
  1. Click the AdBlock Plus icon in the browser extension area in the upper right-hand corner.
  2. Block ads on – This website” switch off the toggle to turn it from blue to gray.
  3. Refresh the page or click the button below to continue.
screenshot
  1. Click the AdBlocker Ultimate icon in the browser extension area in the upper right-hand corner.
  2. Switch off the toggle to turn it from “Enabled on this site” to “Disabled on this site”.
  3. Refresh the page or click the button below to continue.
screenshot
  1. Click the Ghostery icon in the browser extension area in the upper right-hand corner.
  2. Click on the “Ad-Blocking” button at the bottom. It will turn gray and the text above will go from “ON” to “OFF”.
  3. Refresh the page or click the button below to continue.
screenshot
  1. Click the UBlock Origin icon in the browser extension area in the upper right-hand corner.
  2. Click on the large blue power icon at the top.
  3. When it turns gray, click the refresh icon that has appeared next to it or click the button below to continue.
screenshot
  1. Click the icon of the ad-blocker extension installed on your browser.You’ll usually find this icon in the upper right-hand corner of your screen. You may have more than one ad-blocker installed.
  2. Follow the instructions for disabling the ad blocker on the site you’re viewing.You may have to select a menu option or click a button.
  3. Refresh the page or click the button below to continue.