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6 days ago
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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.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 hours ago

Republican attempt to erase trans women could derail long-awaited Smithsonian museum

Exclusion of transgender women from the Smithsonian American Women's History Museum faces opposition from the Democratic Women's Caucus and threatens bipartisan support.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

White House denigrates non-cisgender people on Trans Day of Visibility

Trump's statement on Transgender Day of Visibility attacks transgender identity and promotes a narrative against LGBTQ+ rights.
LGBT
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Boston activists warn of impact from Olympic policy banning trans women, intersex athletes

The IOC's new policy bars transgender women from women's events, reviving controversial sex testing practices and raising concerns among activists.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 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.
Privacy professionals
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 hours ago

Trump wants trans health records, but California is trying to stop him - LGBTQ Nation

California Assembly passed a bill to protect patient privacy against out-of-state subpoenas for medical records related to gender-affirming and reproductive care.
#disability-rights
fromLGBTQ Nation
9 hours ago
Social justice

A gay bar kicked out a wheelchair user as a "fire risk." Her response forced the bar to make amends. - LGBTQ Nation

Club Tropicana in Manchester apologized to Maddie Haining after discriminating against her as a wheelchair user, violating U.K. disability access laws.
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1 month ago
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Disability Groups Are Standing United for Trans Rights. That Hasn't Always Been the Case. | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

Disability advocates and LGBTQ+ organizations now unite to secure federal civil rights protections for trans people, reversing a 1989 compromise that excluded them from disability law coverage.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
9 hours ago

A gay bar kicked out a wheelchair user as a "fire risk." Her response forced the bar to make amends. - LGBTQ Nation

Club Tropicana in Manchester apologized to Maddie Haining after discriminating against her as a wheelchair user, violating U.K. disability access laws.
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 hours ago

Data expert stunned as latest election hints at bigger GOP losses this fall: "Absolute disaster" - LGBTQ Nation

Analilia Mejia's win with a nearly 20-point margin over Hathaway is significant, indicating strong voter support for Democrats in the current political climate.
US politics
SF LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
16 hours ago

Trans woman leaves role with women's health charity

A trans woman resigned from a women's health charity amid criticism regarding her role and its implications for women's health advocacy.
#gender-affirming-care
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Advocate newsletter 4/2/26

Doctors' recommendations on gender-affirming care for young people have become a contentious issue between The New York Times and the American Medical Association.
NYC LGBT
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2 weeks ago

Advocate newsletter 4/2/26

Doctors' recommendations on gender-affirming care for young people have become a contentious issue between The New York Times and the American Medical Association.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Court rules trans people have right to accurate IDs: "Trans discrimination is sex discrimination" - LGBTQ Nation

Trans residents in Montana can update legal documents to reflect their gender identity, affirming their rights against discrimination.
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2 days ago

What happens when LGBTQ+ couples get a divorce - finances and rights explained

Divorce for LGBTQ+ couples is legally the same as for heterosexual couples, thanks to the introduction of no-fault divorce under the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020. This change has made the process less acrimonious, allowing couples to confirm that their marriage has irretrievably broken down without the need for blame.
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Podcast
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

I was dropped from a faith podcast for being queer

An ordained queer minister faced cancellation from a podcast due to conflicting views on LGBTQIA+ topics, highlighting the need for awareness in faith spaces.
NYC LGBT
fromGay City News
1 week ago

City Council's LGBTQIA+ Caucus hires executive director

The City Council's LGBTQIA+ Caucus has appointed Yanery Cruz as executive director to address the needs of New York City's queer community.
LGBT
fromGothamist
1 week ago

NYC's LGBTQIA+ office leader poised to tackle 'entrenched disparities'

New York City opens its first office for LGBTQIA+ Affairs, led by civil rights attorney Taylor Brown, the highest-ranking openly trans person in city government.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days 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.
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.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days 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.
Privacy technologies
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days 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.
Women in technology
fromAdvocate.com
4 days 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.
Social justice
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

LGBTQ+ youth say prisons and policing fail hate crime victims. Now what?

Communities are urged to adopt non-punitive, community-based solutions to address violence, particularly for marginalized groups like LGBTQ+ individuals.
#lgbtq-rights
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1 day ago
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Time just released its 100 Most Influential People for 2026. LGBTQ+ people appeared throughout. - LGBTQ Nation

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2 months ago
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"Erasure is not neutral": The inextricable link between LGBTQ+ rights & a functioning democracy - LGBTQ Nation

NYC LGBT
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1 day ago

Time just released its 100 Most Influential People for 2026. LGBTQ+ people appeared throughout. - LGBTQ Nation

Shannon Minter, a prominent transgender civil rights attorney, is recognized for his influential work in challenging anti-trans policies.
Right-wing politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Advocate newsletter 3/16/26

President Trump invokes Iran's treatment of LGBTQ+ people to justify military action while simultaneously pursuing deportations of gay couples to countries where homosexuality is illegal.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 weeks ago

Fewer young Americans support LGBTQ+ protections, survey finds

Support for LGBTQ+ nondiscrimination protections among Americans aged 18 to 29 has decreased from 80% in 2015 to 70% in 2025.
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
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"Erasure is not neutral": The inextricable link between LGBTQ+ rights & a functioning democracy - LGBTQ Nation

#lgbtq
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1 day ago
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He was up for state teacher of the year. Then a right-wing outlet shared his BDSM photos. - LGBTQ Nation

fromLGBTQ Nation
6 months ago
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Anti-LGBTQ+ activist undresses in board meeting to show how trans kids make people uncomfortable - LGBTQ Nation

Social justice
fromAdvocate.com
3 days 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.
Public health
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

LGBTQ+ adults worry more than cis-hets about affording healthcare - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ adults face greater financial concerns regarding healthcare and basic necessities compared to non-LGBTQ+ adults.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

He was up for state teacher of the year. Then a right-wing outlet shared his BDSM photos. - LGBTQ Nation

Thomas Rosengren, a teacher, resigned after being contacted about his participation in an erotic performance at a gay leather pageant.
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
6 days ago

The SF LGBT Center's New Executive Director Invites You to Celebrate Queer Excellence! - San Francisco Bay Times

Joy is a radical force needed in times of grief and resistance, exemplified by the upcoming Soirée fundraising event.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 months ago

Anti-LGBTQ+ activist undresses in board meeting to show how trans kids make people uncomfortable - LGBTQ Nation

Beth Bourne disrupted a school board meeting by removing her clothing to protest trans-inclusive bathroom policies.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Lesbian organization wins appeal in demand to ban trans & bi women from events - LGBTQ Nation

A federal judge in Australia has set aside a ruling allowing the Lesbian Action Group to discriminate against trans and bisexual women, returning the case for reevaluation.
Social justice
fromAdvocate.com
3 days 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.
Public health
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

LGBTQ+ adults worry more than cis-hets about affording healthcare - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ adults face greater financial concerns regarding healthcare and basic necessities compared to non-LGBTQ+ adults.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

NYC Pride grand marshal Peppermint says this year's focus must include trans people's humanity

Peppermint will serve as grand marshal for the 2026 NYC Pride March amid rising anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and cultural backlash.
Social justice
fromAdvocate.com
4 days 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.
#gender-identity
LGBT
fromThe Nation
3 days 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
3 days 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.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

Trump's minions have quietly disappeared most federal data on gender identity - LGBTQ Nation

Executive Order 14168 significantly altered federal data collection, removing trans-inclusive options and impacting critical programs for vulnerable populations.
fromQueerty
3 days 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.
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fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days 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.
#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
5 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
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.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
4 weeks ago

Advocate newsletter 3/20/26

The SAVE America Act is criticized for making voting harder for marginalized groups, particularly those who have changed their names.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Advocate newsletter 3/30/26

Black and LGBTQ+ entertainers face significant challenges in America, with activism being crucial for visibility and representation.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 weeks ago

Advocate newsletter 3/19/26

California families are suing Rady Children's Health for discriminating against transgender youth by halting care that remains legal in the state.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 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.
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.
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Trump removed LGBTQ+ questions from hundreds of federal surveys - LGBTQ Nation

Data on sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) are essential for understanding the characteristics of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) populations in the United States. However, on the first day of his second term, President Donald Trump issued an executive order that declared it was official policy of the administration that transgender, nonbinary, and intersex identities would not be recognized by the federal government.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

Homophobia Is Back. It's Different Now.

LaBeouf hasn't anchored a box-office hit in more than a decade, and little of his 2020s art-house work has drawn buzz. The most notable thing he's starred in lately was a clip of him on a podcaster's couch, hunched and diminished, talking about his fear of gay people.
LGBT
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

Gay treasury secretary spends 4 hours in Senate smugly defending Trump's corruption & failures - LGBTQ Nation

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent defended Trump administration policies at a contentious Senate hearing, using evasive answers amid criticism over rising consumer costs and controversial remarks.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Data is power: What we need to build meaningful infrastructure for Black & brown trans folks - LGBTQ Nation

Black transgender people are systematically excluded from research design and data collection, rendering their lived experiences invisible in statistics used by policymakers and organizations.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

"I didn't lose consciousness": Gay lawmaker on his resilience as he runs for Congress - LGBTQ Nation

Michigan state Sen. Jeremy Moss survived a severe car crash and a targeted bomb threat during his House campaign and remains committed to LGBTQ+ advocacy.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

World human rights report says U.S. is undermining LGBTQ+ rights worldwide - LGBTQ Nation

U.S. policies under President Trump, alongside China and Russia, are weakening the rules-based international order, fueling a global democratic recession and threats to LGBTQ+ rights.
US politics
fromFlowingData
2 months ago

Trying to make US postal workers count people for decennial census

Using USPS mail carriers as census takers rests on inaccurate cost assumptions and would likely not be cost-effective according to experts and the GAO.
LGBT
fromFast Company
4 weeks ago

'Being gay feels like a liability again': More LGBTQ+ workers are staying in the closet

Despite corporate pride initiatives, LGBTQ+ employees are increasingly hiding their identities at work, with nearly half now less open about their identity than a year ago.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 weeks ago

Advocate newsletter 3/18/26

The Pulse nightclub in Orlando, site of a 2016 mass shooting that killed 49 people, is being demolished ten years later, with survivors sharing their experiences during the process.
US politics
fromFast Company
2 months ago

The workplace just got even less friendly for LGBTQ+ workers

The EEOC rescinded its 2024 workplace-harassment guidance, removing updated protections and examples—potentially weakening enforcement and disproportionately affecting LGBTQ+ workers.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

About four in ten Americans still view homosexuality as immoral, survey finds

39% of Americans view homosexuality as morally unacceptable, with views largely unchanged since 2013, though younger generations and women show greater acceptance than older generations and men.
LGBT
fromNonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.
1 month ago

What's Really at Stake When Funders Abandon Transgender Communities? | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

Anti-trans messaging has become a core political strategy with $215 million spent on ads targeting 1% of the population, representing coordinated scapegoating and rollback of civil rights through legislation, executive orders, and judicial decisions.
LGBT
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

LGBTQ data is disappearing under Trump, reports find

The federal government removed sexual orientation and gender identity questions from over 360 surveys, forms, and data collections during Trump's first year back in office following an executive order recognizing only two sexes.
#lgbtq-identification
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

9% of Americans identify as LGBTQ+ - LGBTQ Nation

9% of U.S. adults identify as LGBTQ+, most identify as bisexual, with higher prevalence among younger adults and Democrats than older adults and Republicans.
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.
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fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Over 1,000 anti-LGBTQ+ attacks occurred in 2025: report

Anti-LGBTQ+ incidents rose to 1,042 nationwide in 2025, with transgender people and Pride events disproportionately targeted, including vandalism, assaults, threats, and arson attempts.
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 month ago

Survey finds more young people identify as LGBTQ+ & homophobes are demanding a recount - Queerty

An estimated 9% of U.S. adults identify as LGBTQ+, driven largely by high prevalence among 18–29-year-olds and a majority identifying as bisexual.
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.
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