The Advocate is a lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) news and entertainment magazine in the United States. The magazine was founded in 1967 and is based in Los Angeles, California. It is published by Pride Media, which also produces Out and Plus magazines.
The Advocate covers a wide range of topics relevant to the LGBTQ community, including politics, health, entertainment, and lifestyle. The magazine features news articles, interviews, opinion pieces, and reviews, as well as photography, illustrations, and other visual content. The Advocate is known for its in-depth reporting and provocative editorial perspective, and it has won numerous awards for its journalism.
The Advocate was originally founded as a local newsletter in Los Angeles, but it quickly gained national prominence and became a leading source of information and commentary on LGBTQ issues. Over the years, the magazine has evolved and expanded, but it has remained committed to its mission of promoting LGBTQ visibility and equality.
In addition to its print and online editions, The Advocate also produces a number of special issues and supplements, such as the annual "40 Under 40" list of young LGBTQ leaders, and the "Out100" list of the year's most influential LGBTQ people. The magazine also hosts events and sponsors community initiatives, such as the Advocate Mentorship Program and the Advocate Pride Awards.
Today, The Advocate continues to be a leading voice in the LGBTQ community, providing accurate, informative, and thought-provoking coverage of the issues that matter most to its readers. As the magazine celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2017, it remains committed to its founding principles of promoting visibility, equality, and progress for LGBTQ people.