ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Gay village

A gay village is a special place in a city where many LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning) people live, work, and socialize. It's like a special neighborhood where these kinds of people can feel comfortable being themselves and being around others who accept and understand them.

Think of it like a big playground where everyone is playing together, but some people like different games than others. In the gay village, everyone is accepted for who they are and can express themselves freely without fear of being judged or rejected.

There are lots of gay villages all over the world, and they often have special stores, restaurants, and bars that cater specifically to LGBTQ+ people. They might also have special events and festivals that celebrate diversity, like parades or concerts.

So, just like your school playground might have a special area for playing basketball or a sandbox for playing with sand, a gay village is like a special area in the city where LGBTQ+ people can feel safe, accepted, and free to be themselves.