#lgbtq-rights

#lgbtq-rights

Protestors in Paris and Belgian cities rally against transphobia and proposed anti-trans legislation, advocating for trans rights and protesting against far-right attacks. [ more ]

Karla Sofía Gascón made history as the first transgender woman to win Best Actress at Cannes. [ more ]

House Ethics Committee complaint over anti-trans language in email sent by Rep. Miller's chief of staff. [ more ]

International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia observed annually on May 17 to raise awareness on LGBTQ+ discrimination and violence. [ more ]

An openly gay Catholic school teacher was allegedly dismissed for planning to marry her partner, sparking a community backlash. [ more ]

Recognizing Pride Month and advancements in LGBTQ+ rights [ more ]

The clinic in Kenya demanded a female companion resembling a spouse for a single male intended parent, contradicting earlier assurances. [ more ]

Italy didn't sign EU LGBTQ+ rights bill due to similarities with existing national bill, but joined a declaration against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. [ more ]

Protests erupted in Peru over classifying trans, non-binary, and intersex people as mentally ill by the government's health ministry. [ more ]

Transphobic legislation signed in Mississippi by Gov. Tate Reeves, allowing cisgender people to sue transgender individuals over bathroom use. [ more ]

New York City faces lawsuit for IVF discrimination against gay male employees. [ more ]

A gay man won $60,000 in a settlement due to harassment and discrimination in the workplace, highlighting the importance of anti-discrimination policies and training. [ more ]

The Supreme Court of Ghana televised hearings on challenges to the anti-LGBTQ+ law, facing accusations of unconstitutionality and improper passing procedures. [ more ]

Uganda's Anti-Homosexuality Act signed by President Museveni led to global condemnation and repercussions from world bodies and leaders. [ more ]

The Iraqi parliament passed anti-LGBTQ+ legislation imposing harsh penalties on same-sex relationships.

The European Union and the US State Department have expressed concerns over the law's violations of international rights and potential impact on foreign investment. [ more ]

Iraq's parliament passed a law criminalizing same-sex relationships and trans people, facing criticism as an attack on human rights. [ more ]

Iraqi parliament passes law criminalizing homosexuality and transgender rights, facing global criticism and threats to societal freedoms and economic growth. [ more ]

Barack Obama's 2012 endorsement of same-sex marriages was a significant milestone in the LGBTQ+ rights movement, setting the stage for national legalization. [ more ]

Massachusetts celebrated 20 years of marriage equality on May 17, marking a significant milestone in LGBTQ+ rights. [ more ]

Marriage equality led to an increase in marriage rates overall, with no negative impact on heterosexual couples. [ more ]

A drag queen faces backlash and support for carrying the Olympic torch in Paris 2024. [ more ]

LGBTQ+ community outraged at Katy Perry for thanking Elon Musk, known for anti-LGBTQ+ stance, for Cybertruck. Backlash highlights clashes between popular figures and LGBTQ+ rights. [ more ]

JK Rowling faced opposition from loved ones but felt a duty to speak out against trans rights issues. [ more ]

Daniel Radcliffe reaffirmed his support for LGBTQ rights and expressed sadness over J.K. Rowling's views on the trans community. [ more ]

The arrest of ten Argentinian police officers charged with the murder of a transgender woman highlights progress and ongoing challenges in LGBTQ+ rights and justice. [ more ]

The Colorado Republican Party urges members to remove children from public schools, claiming educators will turn them transgender. [ more ]

Former President Trump plans to reverse Biden's Title IX protections for transgender students if re-elected, highlighting his stance against LGBTQ rights. [ more ]

The UK's LGBTQ+ rights rating on ILGA-Europe's Rainbow Map has significantly dropped, attributed to policy delays and controversies. [ more ]

Republican-majority states oppose Biden's Title IX expansions protecting transgender individuals. [ more ]

Efforts to protect students' civil rights against school book bans are a top priority for the Biden-Harris administration. [ more ]

The bill to expand Alabama's Don't Say Gay law and ban Pride flags from classrooms has failed to pass, acknowledging its controversial nature. [ more ]

Harvey Milk found his purpose as a gay community leader with political ambitions, facing challenges like the John Briggs' gay teacher ban. [ more ]

Harvey Milk faced repeated defeat in his early political career but ultimately persevered and made significant strides in gay rights advocacy. [ more ]

Embracing queer joy and LGBTQ+ rights history. [ more ]

St. Cuthbert's Catholic school in Tasmania, Australia, reaffirms commitment to being safe and inclusive amid Archbishop's anti-LGBTQ+ letter. [ more ]

Liechtenstein legalized same-sex marriage, joining other German-speaking countries in a near-unanimous decision, with the law expected to go into effect on January 1, 2025. [ more ]

Homophobic attack on couple traveling home from Black Pride highlights the importance of addressing hate crimes against LGBTQ+ individuals. [ more ]

The article criticizes House Speaker Mike Johnson for supporting Donald Trump despite overwhelming evidence against him, highlighting the hypocrisy in the Republican Party. [ more ]

Former far-right Texas school board member opposes extremist Republicans' efforts to ban books and defund schools after finding no evidence of LGBTQ+ indoctrination or critical race theory in lesson plans. [ more ]

The Biden-Harris administration finalized an update to Section 1557 of the ACA, enhancing LGBTQ+ healthcare protections. [ more ]

The Biden administration announced new protections for LGBTQ medical patients, prohibiting discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. [ more ]

Legislative push against LGBTQ+ rights losing momentum. [ more ]

In Tennessee, lawmakers passed a bill targeting transgender youth under the guise of preventing non-existent kidnapping for gender-affirming care. [ more ]