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LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
12 hours ago

EHRC updates guidance on how to apply supreme court ruling on gender

The EHRC updated its guidance on gender following government feedback to clarify the implementation of the supreme court ruling on biological sex.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
59 minutes ago

'I'm not being listened to' - new health plan launched as women say they are still ignored

Zoe Trafford's experience highlights ongoing issues in women's healthcare, particularly regarding endometriosis and the need for better listening by medical professionals.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
9 hours ago

Single-sex space guidance for organisations to be published after May elections

The government will publish new guidance on single-sex spaces after elections on May 7, based on biological sex definitions.
#tennessee
Healthcare
fromAdvocate.com
10 hours ago

Tennessee Republicans are one step closer to creating a registry of transgender Americans

Tennessee Senate passed SB676, requiring detailed data collection on transgender patients for gender-affirming care and detransition treatment.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 hours ago

New extreme GOP anti-trans bill will force doctors to help create a list of trans residents - LGBTQ Nation

Tennessee has passed a bill creating a registry of trans individuals and their gender-affirming care details, raising privacy concerns among experts.
Healthcare
fromAdvocate.com
10 hours ago

Tennessee Republicans are one step closer to creating a registry of transgender Americans

Tennessee Senate passed SB676, requiring detailed data collection on transgender patients for gender-affirming care and detransition treatment.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 hours ago

New extreme GOP anti-trans bill will force doctors to help create a list of trans residents - LGBTQ Nation

Tennessee has passed a bill creating a registry of trans individuals and their gender-affirming care details, raising privacy concerns among experts.
Social justice
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

He came here for safety. America made him fight for it.

Canada's humane refugee program contrasts sharply with the U.S. policy of exclusion and restriction during the same period.
fromwww.npr.org
5 hours ago

Justice Department says Biden DOJ weaponized law to go after anti-abortion activists

The report states that the Justice Department under former President Joe Biden used the FACE ACT to launch biased prosecutions and lawsuits against conservatives and Christians who protested abortion.
US news
Non-profit organizations
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 year ago

Gay Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent may have helped create a constitutional crisis - LGBTQ Nation

Elon Musk's team gained unauthorized access to the federal payment system, threatening USAID operations and raising concerns about national security and economic stability.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 hours ago

Trump's new FBI budget targets LGBTQ+ "terrorists" to combat "gender extremism" - LGBTQ Nation

The Trump administration's NSPM-7 equates gender extremism with domestic terrorism, targeting transgender individuals and dissenting political beliefs.
fromJezebel
3 hours ago

ICE Is Ignoring Woman's Life-Threatening Ovarian Cyst-and Her Condition Is Getting Worse

For over a month, my office has been going back and forth with ICE officials about Andrea's condition. We have been ignored, put off, and frankly, lied to about the treatment she has received while in detention.
US politics
Privacy technologies
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

LGBTQ+ groups warn Meta's facial recognition smartglasses could harm queers & abuse victims - LGBTQ Nation

A coalition of over 70 activist groups urges Meta to halt its facial recognition feature on smartglasses due to privacy and safety concerns.
#transgender-rights
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago
SF LGBT

Trans good Samaritan tried to help a drunk guy at a bar. Then his friend violently attacked her. - LGBTQ Nation

fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago
Social justice

Trans woman sues homeless shelter over alleged "threatening" harassment that made her ill - LGBTQ Nation

Education
fromAdvocate.com
6 hours ago

Conservatives in Wisconsin are suing to stop trans kids from using school bathrooms

A federal lawsuit challenges a Wisconsin school district's policy allowing transgender students to use bathrooms matching their gender identity, citing privacy concerns.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 months ago

Trump files "emergency" Supreme Court appeal to unblock his transphobic passport policy - LGBTQ Nation

The Trump administration seeks to block a court ruling allowing transgender and nonbinary individuals to change their passport sex markers.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
10 months ago

Trans man uses women's restroom to follow the law. Police detained him for it anyway. - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender man was assaulted and charged for using a women's restroom despite having an 'F' gender marker on his ID.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Trans good Samaritan tried to help a drunk guy at a bar. Then his friend violently attacked her. - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender woman was assaulted outside an LGBTQ+ bar in Bellingham, Washington, after trying to help an intoxicated man.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Trans woman sues homeless shelter over alleged "threatening" harassment that made her ill - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender staffer is suing a Michigan homeless shelter for $25,000, alleging harassment and discrimination by colleagues and management's negligence.
Higher education
fromLGBTQ Nation
8 hours ago

University system chancellor orders schools to end academic programs "centered on" LGBTQ+ identities - LGBTQ Nation

Texas Tech University System is eliminating academic programs focused on sexual orientation and gender identity.
Law
fromAbove the Law
7 hours ago

Jury Decides Mother-To-Be's Discrimination Case In DLA Piper's Favor - Above the Law

DLA Piper won a discrimination lawsuit brought by Anisha Mehta, who claimed she was fired for taking parental leave.
Women in technology
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

The Trump administration is paying trans troops not to work

The ban on transgender military service has left thousands of trained service members in limbo, impacting military readiness and operations.
US Elections
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

Trump asked an American worker about trans athletes at the White House. It backfired spectacularly

The White House aimed to promote tax benefits for service workers but faced unexpected challenges during a public event with a DoorDash driver.
Health
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

I've been a sex educator for six years. Why did I start doubting my contraception choices?

Milly Evans and Lauren share experiences of misinformation about hormonal contraception affecting their decisions and perceptions.
California
fromKqed
5 days ago

Planned Parenthood Clinic Turns to Cosmetic Care Amid Loss of Federal Funding | KQED

Increased interest in aesthetic services is noted, alongside legal challenges regarding election materials and a controversial ICE shooting incident.
Cancer
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

I just want to feel like me again': the women still waiting for breast reconstruction years after lockdown

Julie Ford, a breast cancer survivor, is still waiting for breast reconstruction five years after her mastectomy due to pandemic-related delays.
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Workplaces are pushing out working mothers-and paying the cost

Welsh and another pregnant colleague developed a plan. They would share a caseload, splitting responsibilities so they could continue working part-time while caring for their growing families.
Women
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

The Supreme Court ruled against conversion therapy bans. This Dem has a plan to work around that. - LGBTQ Nation

S.B. 934, introduced by state Sen. Scott Wiener, would extend the statute of limitations for suing for conversion therapy to 22 years, starting when the victim turns 18.
SF LGBT
fromApaonline
5 days ago

On the Insufficiency of Current Gender Equality Policies in Academia and the Necessity of a Cultural Shift

In 2021, women held only 28% of professorships in higher education and research institutions, even though they comprised 48% of PhD students, according to data gathered from a sample of 900 EU and non-EU institutions.
Philosophy
NYC parents
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

The parents rights movement has never cared about empowering all parents. Just conservative ones. - LGBTQ Nation

Parents cannot control all external influences on their children, but they can guide them in developing critical-thinking skills.
#reproductive-rights
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 hours ago

MPs back pardon for women convicted of having illegal abortions

The Independent provides critical journalism on reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, emphasizing the importance of accessible news without paywalls.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
9 hours ago

Sexual health charities hit out at Farage over disappointing' HIV comments

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-ground reporting in critical societal issues.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 hours ago

MPs back pardon for women convicted of having illegal abortions

The Independent provides critical journalism on reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, emphasizing the importance of accessible news without paywalls.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
9 hours ago

Sexual health charities hit out at Farage over disappointing' HIV comments

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-ground reporting in critical societal issues.
#lgbtq
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago
US politics

A gay Bolivian man did everything right to gain asylum. He's stuck in detention anyway. - LGBTQ Nation

LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Admin backs out of pro-trans settlements while hospitals start providing trans care again - LGBTQ Nation

Trans students' discrimination settlements are being terminated or altered, impacting protections and training in school districts.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Gay mom defends nonbinary child while accosted by anti-trans activist: "Get out of my face" - LGBTQ Nation

A lesbian mom confronted an anti-trans activist, defending her nonbinary child amidst aggressive questioning about gender identity and bathroom use.
Social justice
fromAdvocate.com
8 hours ago

West Hollywood is protecting modern families. The rest of California should be next

California laws need to reflect diverse family structures beyond the traditional nuclear family model.
Education
fromLGBTQ Nation
9 hours ago

STEM can be a hostile place for queer kids. Rainbow Robotics is changing the game. - LGBTQ Nation

Queer students often face exclusion in STEM, but initiatives like Rainbow Robotics are fostering inclusion and acceptance in these spaces.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

A gay Bolivian man did everything right to gain asylum. He's stuck in detention anyway. - LGBTQ Nation

A gay man from Bolivia, assaulted for his identity, is detained by ICE despite having legal work authorization and a pending asylum application.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
8 hours ago

Trump is about to drop a "nuclear weapon" on trans youth health care - LGBTQ Nation

Transgender medical care for minors faces new regulations that threaten access to treatments, despite evidence of their positive impact on mental health.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Admin backs out of pro-trans settlements while hospitals start providing trans care again - LGBTQ Nation

Trans students' discrimination settlements are being terminated or altered, impacting protections and training in school districts.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Gay mom defends nonbinary child while accosted by anti-trans activist: "Get out of my face" - LGBTQ Nation

A lesbian mom confronted an anti-trans activist, defending her nonbinary child amidst aggressive questioning about gender identity and bathroom use.
#nhs
LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Nurse wins settlement in trans pronouns dispute

A nurse won a settlement against her NHS trust after being suspended for breaching a transgender patient's confidentiality.
LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Nurse wins settlement in trans pronouns dispute

A nurse won a settlement against her NHS trust after being suspended for breaching a transgender patient's confidentiality.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
14 hours ago

Trump has turned Title X upside down: from a contraception program into a pro-natalist machine | Moira Donegan

The Trump administration is pushing policies to reduce birth control access and promote pro-conception initiatives, impacting reproductive health programs for low-income Americans.
Non-profit organizations
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

US HIV funding cuts are causing thousands to suffer in Malawi - LGBTQ Nation

The withdrawal of PEPFAR funding has severely impacted HIV/AIDS services for LGBTQ+ populations in Malawi, leading to clinic closures and loss of support.
#gender-identity
LGBT
fromThe Nation
16 hours ago

The EEOC Is No Longer Protecting Federal Workers From Gender Identity Discrimination

Recent decisions limit protections for federal workers regarding gender identity discrimination and bathroom use.
LGBT
fromThe Nation
16 hours ago

The EEOC Is No Longer Protecting Federal Workers From Gender Identity Discrimination

Recent decisions limit protections for federal workers regarding gender identity discrimination and bathroom use.
#transgender
Women
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Trans champion releases heartbreaking video after darts bans trans women from competing - LGBTQ Nation

The Darts Regulatory Authority has banned trans women from competing in women's events, impacting champion Noa-Lynn van Leuven's ability to participate.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Trans dad shares sweet conversation with child about gender: "I decided to grow up to be a boy" - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender dad explains his journey to his child, emphasizing identity and acceptance in a loving conversation.
Women
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Trans champion releases heartbreaking video after darts bans trans women from competing - LGBTQ Nation

The Darts Regulatory Authority has banned trans women from competing in women's events, impacting champion Noa-Lynn van Leuven's ability to participate.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Trans dad shares sweet conversation with child about gender: "I decided to grow up to be a boy" - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender dad explains his journey to his child, emphasizing identity and acceptance in a loving conversation.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
7 hours ago

Parents sue over school's trans-inclusive bathroom policy to protect their daughters' "dignity" - LGBTQ Nation

A coalition of conservative parents is suing a Wisconsin school district over trans-inclusive bathroom policies, claiming violations of privacy and dignity for female students.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Peers vote to ban pornography depicting sex acts between stepfamily members

The UK government will ban pornography depicting sexual acts between stepfamily members following a House of Lords vote.
#gender-affirming-care
Healthcare
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

Minnesota's largest pediatric system restarts gender-affirming care for trans minors

Minnesota's largest pediatric health system has resumed gender-affirming care for minors after a federal judge blocked a Trump administration directive.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 weeks ago

First puberty blockers, now hormones: England's NHS bans more gender-affirming drugs - LGBTQ Nation

The NHS paused new referrals for feminizing and masculinizing hormones for 16- and 17-year-olds with gender dysphoria, citing insufficient evidence to support their use in youth under 18.
Healthcare
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

Minnesota's largest pediatric system restarts gender-affirming care for trans minors

Minnesota's largest pediatric health system has resumed gender-affirming care for minors after a federal judge blocked a Trump administration directive.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 weeks ago

First puberty blockers, now hormones: England's NHS bans more gender-affirming drugs - LGBTQ Nation

The NHS paused new referrals for feminizing and masculinizing hormones for 16- and 17-year-olds with gender dysphoria, citing insufficient evidence to support their use in youth under 18.
fromQueerty
6 hours ago

Spectacle or support? The complicated visibility of trans youth in film & TV - Queerty

Since the 1990s, a largely underground upwelling of trans creativity has helped new trans identities, communities, and political movements come together. Trans Cinema provides an entryway to the wildly diverse and creative cinema made by trans creators, including those who are BIPOC.
LGBT
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
10 hours ago

GOP governor signs severe anti-trans bill to ban kids from "secretive transitions" - LGBTQ Nation

Idaho's new law mandates that caregivers must inform parents if minors express gender identity changes.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

State Department visa rule sets stage for ICE scrutiny of transgender immigrants

The U.S. State Department implemented a new immigration rule requiring visa applicants to identify their sex assigned at birth, creating potential risks for transgender and nonbinary travelers through document mismatches and visa denials.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 hours ago

24-year-old laborer sentenced to 6 years in prison under new gay sex law - LGBTQ Nation

A 24-year-old man in Senegal was sentenced to six years for public indecency under a new law doubling penalties for homosexuality.
#trans-rights
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

New poll shows why it's important for everyone to speak up in favor of trans rights - LGBTQ Nation

Majority of Americans support trans rights, but polling wording significantly influences public opinion on specific issues like gender-affirming care.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Is 2026 still a year of hope for LGBTQ+ people? - LGBTQ Nation

Trans rights have faced significant setbacks in 2023, with multiple states enacting anti-trans legislation and the Supreme Court ruling against protections.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

Lawmaker begs governor not to sign "degrading" trans driver's license ban - LGBTQ Nation

Mississippi State Sen. Rod Hickman opposes Senate Bill 2322, which targets trans rights, urging lawmakers to reject harmful legislation and serve the community.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

New poll shows why it's important for everyone to speak up in favor of trans rights - LGBTQ Nation

Majority of Americans support trans rights, but polling wording significantly influences public opinion on specific issues like gender-affirming care.
#supreme-court
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
7 months ago

Amy Coney Barrett discusses possibility of Supreme Court overturning marriage equality - LGBTQ Nation

Amy Coney Barrett downplayed concerns about the Supreme Court overturning Obergefell v. Hodges, emphasizing the court's role in reflecting the American people's values.
LGBT
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

Conversion Therapy Is Still Happening. Now, It's Protected.

The Supreme Court's ruling jeopardizes conversion therapy bans in over 20 states, impacting LGBTQ communities and licensed therapists' rights.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
7 months ago

Amy Coney Barrett discusses possibility of Supreme Court overturning marriage equality - LGBTQ Nation

Amy Coney Barrett downplayed concerns about the Supreme Court overturning Obergefell v. Hodges, emphasizing the court's role in reflecting the American people's values.
LGBT
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

Conversion Therapy Is Still Happening. Now, It's Protected.

The Supreme Court's ruling jeopardizes conversion therapy bans in over 20 states, impacting LGBTQ communities and licensed therapists' rights.
#lgbtq-rights
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear to be honored for standing against anti-LGBTQ+ laws

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear receives the Allyship Award for his commitment to LGBTQ+ rights amid increasing opposition in Republican-led states.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

They posted images of same-sex couples kissing. Now they face prison time. - LGBTQ Nation

Eleven members of Young LGBTI+ face trial in Turkey for obscenity and violating family protection laws over social media posts of same-sex couples.
LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

What's behind the worrying rise in anti-LGBTQ+ laws across Africa?

Anti-LGBTQ legislation is rising in Africa, with countries enacting severe laws against homosexuality and criminalizing LGBTQ+ identities.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear to be honored for standing against anti-LGBTQ+ laws

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear receives the Allyship Award for his commitment to LGBTQ+ rights amid increasing opposition in Republican-led states.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

They posted images of same-sex couples kissing. Now they face prison time. - LGBTQ Nation

Eleven members of Young LGBTI+ face trial in Turkey for obscenity and violating family protection laws over social media posts of same-sex couples.
LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

What's behind the worrying rise in anti-LGBTQ+ laws across Africa?

Anti-LGBTQ legislation is rising in Africa, with countries enacting severe laws against homosexuality and criminalizing LGBTQ+ identities.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Caitlin Jenner regrets accepting Woman of the Year award because "I'm still XY" - LGBTQ Nation

Caitlyn Jenner calls herself a hypocrite for opposing trans women in sports after accepting a women's award.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

You can't talk the gay away - LGBTQ Nation

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that therapists' speech is protected under the First Amendment, impacting conversion therapy practices.
#abortion-care
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Connecting the dots: Attacks on abortion and gender-affirming care are inextricably linked

Abortion care and gender-affirming care restrictions share similar tactics and challenges, particularly affecting young people with limited resources.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Attacks on abortion and gender-affirming care are inextricably linked

Abortion care and gender-affirming care restrictions share similar tactics and target vulnerable young populations facing significant barriers to access.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Connecting the dots: Attacks on abortion and gender-affirming care are inextricably linked

Abortion care and gender-affirming care restrictions share similar tactics and challenges, particularly affecting young people with limited resources.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Attacks on abortion and gender-affirming care are inextricably linked

Abortion care and gender-affirming care restrictions share similar tactics and target vulnerable young populations facing significant barriers to access.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

Is "gender exploratory therapy" just conversion therapy with a new name? - LGBTQ Nation

Gender exploratory therapy is a controversial approach that some view as pathologizing non-binary identities while others see it as a cautious exploration of gender identity.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Trans people are here to stay, no matter who tries to erase us

Understanding the gender spectrum and dismantling misconceptions about trans identities is crucial for acceptance and recognition of diverse gender experiences.
#bathroom-bills
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

Trans man schools lawmakers on why "bathroom bills" are ridiculous & dangerous - LGBTQ Nation

A trans man testified against an Idaho bathroom bill, demonstrating how the law would force transgender people to choose between legal arrest or physical assault in public restrooms.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

Trans man schools lawmakers on why "bathroom bills" are ridiculous & dangerous - LGBTQ Nation

A trans man testified against an Idaho bathroom bill, demonstrating how the law would force transgender people to choose between legal arrest or physical assault in public restrooms.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

She was fired for acknowledging trans people exist. Now she's fighting back. - LGBTQ Nation

Melissa McCoul filed a lawsuit alleging Texas A&M violated her First Amendment and due process rights after firing her for teaching that transgender people exist.
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Half of U.S. trans teens live in a state that restricts their rights: study

An estimated 724,000 Americans in this age group identify as transgender, the institute notes. Of these, 382,800, 53 percent, live in one of the 29 states that has enacted one or more laws banning access to gender-affirming care, participation in sports, use of bathrooms and other sex-separated facilities, or gender affirmation through pronoun use. Thirty-six percent - 262,700 - live in one of the 16 states that has enacted all four such restrictions.
LGBT
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

One year in, the Gender Liberation Movement is fighting for trans rights

Gender Liberation Movement led nationwide civil disobedience in its first year to defend transgender rights, bodily autonomy, and access to gender-affirming care.
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