The Real MainStream is the only LGBTQ-identified, intersectional, progressive publication serving Illinois and Iowa. We aim to serve marginalized communities including the LGBTQ, BIPOC, women, seniors, people of alternative faiths, and more. Learn how to get involved below:
- Subscribe to the TRM E-Newsletter here (weekly).
- Join the Virtual Street Team here.
- Join the Core Crew here.
- Submit press releases, news, or story ideas here.
- Self-publish your Uplifting Mini-Essays, Poetry, Photography, Flash Fiction, Community Event Photos, Cartoons, or Artwork here.
- Place a Virtual Billboard Set here (advertisers).
- Order a Classified Ad here (Housing, Adoption, Personals, Employment, Services, Products, Community Groups)
- List an Event here.
- Give to the Support Network here (anyone who wants to give a little extra to help The Real MainStream achieve its mission).
- Like us on Facebook here.
- Like us on Instagram here.
- Like us on Twitter here
- For general inquiries: reachus@therealmainstream.com
- Reach Managing/Executive Editor Christine Hawes at chris@therealmainstream.com or 319-777-9839.
