Sahara Sajjadi - LOOKOUT

Queer-Friendly Businesses and Community Groups Fill the Gap as SNAP Benefits Freeze Hits Arizona

On EBT? Want to help in the SNAP shutdown? Here are some places that are pulling together.

Joseph Darius Jaafari (he/him) Oct 29, 2025

CULTURE

In the Face of A.I., Can Zines Save Queer Stories?

From A.I.-generated censorship to disappearing web pages, queer communities are using D.I.Y. zines to ensure their stories are not lost.

Charissa Lucille (they/them) Oct 29, 2025

HEALTH

This Grassroots Group Teaches What Arizona Classrooms Won’t

With Arizona schools handcuffed by outdated laws, a local queer advocacy group is getting creative and inclusive in teaching sexual health.

Daniel Mills (he/him) Oct 22, 2025

Sahara Sajjadi is a journalist based in Arizona with a master's degree in journalism from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication.

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How To Get Civically Engaged And Stay Cool This Summer

From civil liberties to community health, local organizations are offering opportunities to get involved, learn, and stay informed.

Sahara Sajjadi Jul 8, 2025

People protesting outside holding signs saying "sign the petition" and "free water" as another person defensively points their finger at them.

CULTURE

A Protest At Phoenix's Lesbian Bar Over Water Highlights Broader Heat Concerns

The protest was tiny, but soon took a turn that resulted in multiple people arguing online that business owners should provide free water.

Sahara Sajjadi Mar 16, 2025

EDUCATION

“I didn’t want them to write my obituary”

In a conservative culture war on sex and gender, queer teachers and staff seek refuge from the frontlines.

Sahara Sajjadi Jan 8, 2025

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