Dear GCN readers, GCN has been Ireland’s LGBTQ+ paper of record and a vital resource to inform, educate, platform and connect the community since 1988. For over three decades, we have documented the ongoing fight for liberation in Ireland and beyond, from decriminalisation to civil partnerships, gender recognition, marriage equality and everything in between.

As the trading name of the National LGBT Federation, a registered charity, GCN operates on limited funds.

While GCN is a free community resource, producing the print magazine is costly. Like many organisations, we have been greatly impacted by rising business expenses and the cost of living crisis. These circumstances have made it increasingly challenging to sustain our current print schedule.

As we navigate the current media landscape, to ensure the long-term sustainability of GCN, we have made the decision to move from a bimonthly print edition to four editions this year.

We do not take this decision lightly, but we feel it is essential so we can continue providing a free and reliable platform for LGBTQ+ news. 

Amid an increasingly hostile global political climate and the rise of hate and misinformation, now more than ever, our community needs an accessible, independent media organisation that tells our side of the story. 

With this in mind, we want to assure you that we remain committed to delivering LGBTQ+ news and high-quality journalism, celebrating queer culture, and advocating for our community across print, our ever-growing news website, social media channels, and events. 

We will ensure that the four magazines published in 2025 are packed with diverse voices, exciting talent, important conversations and compelling stories and that you, dear reader, continue to feel represented in our pages.

GCN has always been for the community and by the community. If you value having an independent free LGBTQ+ media resource, please consider supporting GCN by making a donation. We know that not everyone is in a position to do so, but every donation, big or small, is greatly appreciated.

We also have some exciting fundraising events coming up, like ‘GCN’s So You Think You Can Drag’ – we’d love for you to join us! Stay tuned for more to be announced very soon.

In its 37 years of publishing, GCN has experienced many milestones, changes and challenges – and each time, we have adapted, grown, and thrived. GCN remains your national LGBTQ+ media. 

Thank you for your continued support.
Much love,
The GCN Team