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Nigerian photographer and filmmaker Andrew Dosunmu‘s 2006 collection "The African Game" explores the diverse relationships between soccer and “modern African culture, life and identity. A compelling, on-the-ground depiction of Africa’s passion for soccer,” Dosunmu’s striking photographs of stadium crowds and fans from across Cameroon, Senegal, Togo, Côte D’Ivoire, Angola, Ghana, Tunisia, and Egypt were published alongside lively essays by writer Knox Robinson.

Jason Burch, a former Minor League baseball player, has come out as gay. Mr Burch began playing baseball professionally in 2003, and has played for a number of lower-tier teams during his time in the sport. In an interview with Outsports, the player revealed that he had shared his sexuality with a number of team-mates – but had never been asked about it publicly. He said: "Looking back, I wish I had told the whole world that I’m gay from day one.

To say that 2014 hasn’t been dynamic year would be incorrect. As a community, we’ve been pushed to and through the limits, ushered in the rebirth of a modern Civil Rights movement for change, and made substantial strides in visibility across many sectors in not only pop culture, but public life. Black gay men were leading many charges, and that’s something we should all reflect and acknowledge. Here are top 6 standout moments for our community in 2014, and they include Michael Sam, gay marriage, the #BlackLivesMatter movement and more!

Out gay NFL player Michael Sam and his boyfriend Vito Cammisano have got engaged whilst on a romantic break in Europe. It remains unclear who asked who. The couple met at the University of Missouri and caused a stir when they kissed during the NFL draft. Sam has made history as the first openly gay NFL player, though he is yet to play an on-season game.