Tinder India Unveils Queer Dating Starter Pack and Pride Events

Dating app Tinder is making waves for India’s LGBTQIA+ community with a new initiative aimed at young queer users. Just ahead of Pride Month, Tinder India launched its first-ever “Queer Dating Starter Pack” in India. This resource, developed in collaboration with Gaysi Family, a prominent LGBTQIA+ media platform led by the queer community itself, it offers a visual checklist to guide young adults through the exciting yet sometimes confusing world of online queer dating.

Equipping Newbies in Queer Dating for Success

This new resource recognizes the growing trend of young Indians using dating apps to explore their gender and sexuality. According to a recent survey, 70% of young daters in India find dating apps to be a liberating space for self-discovery. Moreover, dismantling traditional stereotypes around sex, relationships, and gender identity.

Tinder’s new resource aims to empower first-time queer users by equipping them with the tools they need to navigate online dating with confidence and clarity. Curated by Gaysi Family with insights from The QKnit. Besides, the checklist provides practical advice based on real-life experiences within the LGBTQIA+ community.

Addressing Common Concerns

The starter pack tackles common anxieties and questions faced by queer newbies. However, offering guidance on topics such as self-discovery. Moreover, setting boundaries, and understanding one’s dating readiness. Additionally, an FAQ section addresses frequently encountered concerns. Moreover, helping users navigate the uncertainties that may arise during their dating journey.

Tinder X Gaysi

This initiative marks the latest collaboration between Tinder and Gaysi Family. The two organizations have a history of working together on projects like the “Museum of Queer Swipe Stories,” a celebration of the complexities and diversities of LGBTQIA+ dating in India. Last year, they also partnered on “Queer Made,” an initiative dedicated to amplifying businesses run by India’s LGBTQIA+ community.

Further solidifying their commitment to inclusivity. Tinder announced the return of “Queer Made Weekend,” one of India’s most popular Pride festivals. Held across three weekends in June, the festival showcases. celebrates businesses and products owned and operated by India’s LGBTQIA+ community.

“Queer Made Weekend” aligns with Tinder’s ongoing commitment to supporting the LGBTQIA+ community. Over the years, the app has integrated queer narratives into its campaigns, content, and storytelling initiatives.

With the help of such resources and initiatives, Tinder is taking a significant step towards creating a safe and inclusive dating space for young queer individuals in India.