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A trans girl was assaulted at a Minnesota high school. Her family is demanding justice (exclusive)

Transgender student assaulted in school bathroom despite following guidelines.

Popular transgender TikTok influencer found beaten to death on Nigerian highway

The murder of a transgender TikTok influencer in Abuja sheds light on the ongoing dangers faced by the LGBTQ+ community in Nigeria.

Britain going backwards on trans rights, warns first trans judge

Young trans people facing increased abuse due to regressive attitudes in the UK.

The Right Is Running a Dangerous Scam Under the Banner of "Women's Rights." Don't Fall for It.

Over 475 new anti-LGBTQ+ bills introduced in the first nine weeks of 2024.
State Republicans are pushing bills titled the 'Women's Bill of Rights' to strip away LGBTQ+ rights.

Georgia Republicans Target Transgender People in "Women's Bill of Rights"

Georgia conservatives have introduced a bill that would end the legal recognition of transgender people in the state.
HB 1128, titled 'Georgia Women's Bill of Rights,' would deprive transgender individuals of their legal rights and protections and remove LGBTQ people from hate crime law.

Russian poetry competition bans transgender applicants

Transgender people banned from Russian poetry competition.

A trans girl was assaulted at a Minnesota high school. Her family is demanding justice (exclusive)

Transgender student assaulted in school bathroom despite following guidelines.

Popular transgender TikTok influencer found beaten to death on Nigerian highway

The murder of a transgender TikTok influencer in Abuja sheds light on the ongoing dangers faced by the LGBTQ+ community in Nigeria.

Britain going backwards on trans rights, warns first trans judge

Young trans people facing increased abuse due to regressive attitudes in the UK.

The Right Is Running a Dangerous Scam Under the Banner of "Women's Rights." Don't Fall for It.

Over 475 new anti-LGBTQ+ bills introduced in the first nine weeks of 2024.
State Republicans are pushing bills titled the 'Women's Bill of Rights' to strip away LGBTQ+ rights.

Georgia Republicans Target Transgender People in "Women's Bill of Rights"

Georgia conservatives have introduced a bill that would end the legal recognition of transgender people in the state.
HB 1128, titled 'Georgia Women's Bill of Rights,' would deprive transgender individuals of their legal rights and protections and remove LGBTQ people from hate crime law.

Russian poetry competition bans transgender applicants

Transgender people banned from Russian poetry competition.
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Anti-LGBTQ+ candidate who filmed 'weak and gay' ad loses election by huge margin

A controversial Republican candidate lost the Missouri Secretary of State primary election by a large margin due to inflammatory behavior targeting LGBTQ+ individuals.

J.D. Vance's Views on Stepparents Are Straight Out of Project 2025

The article discusses the controversy surrounding J.D. Vance's comments on Vice President Kamala Harris and the importance of acknowledging all types of family structures.

Texas Republicans call for ban on 'abnormal' gay marriage and parenting

The Republican Party of Texas aims to ban and discriminate against LGBTQ+ individuals, opposing same-sex marriage, parenting, gender-affirming care, and anti-discrimination laws.
#career-progression

1 in 3 LGBTQ staff feel their identity has negatively impacted career

Lack of LGBTQ+ inclusion harms career potential.

70 per cent of LGBTQ+ employees still feel marginalised at work

Many LGBTQ+ employees still face discrimination and lack of acceptance in the workplace, impacting their career progression and mental well-being.

1 in 3 LGBTQ staff feel their identity has negatively impacted career

Lack of LGBTQ+ inclusion harms career potential.

70 per cent of LGBTQ+ employees still feel marginalised at work

Many LGBTQ+ employees still face discrimination and lack of acceptance in the workplace, impacting their career progression and mental well-being.
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LGBTQ+ staff are more likely to leave the NHS, according to survey

LGBTQ+ NHS workers face increased likelihood of leaving due to workplace discrimination and proposed policy changes.

Over a third of LGBTQ+ young athletes in Australia are discriminated in sport

Over a third of LGBTQ+ young athletes in Australia face discrimination in sports, impacting their participation and well-being.

GOP official tells businesses to ignore EEOC guidelines to stop misgendering trans people at work

Employers in Indiana are advised by the Attorney General not to follow EEOC guidance on not misgendering trans employees.

A GOP school board member tried to ban a student's art for being 'offensive' to Christians

A school board member targeted a queer student's artwork, sparking controversy over its display at a spring show.

Principal mysteriously disappears after showing girlfriend's photo to colleague

A beloved principal in Alabama was escorted away from school after showing a photo of her kissing her girlfriend, leading to administrative leave and absence.
#biden-administration

Texas sues Biden administration for right to discriminate against LGBTQ+ students

Texas AG Ken Paxton sued DOE over LGBTQ+ Title IX guidelines.

Four Southern states are suing the Biden admin for the right to discriminate against LGBTQ+ kids

Four Southern states and conservative organizations are suing the Biden administration over anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination ban in education.

Texas sues Biden administration for right to discriminate against LGBTQ+ students

Texas AG Ken Paxton sued DOE over LGBTQ+ Title IX guidelines.

Four Southern states are suing the Biden admin for the right to discriminate against LGBTQ+ kids

Four Southern states and conservative organizations are suing the Biden administration over anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination ban in education.
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LGBTQ+ adults face discrimination in health care settings: survey

LGBTQ+ adults face more discrimination in daily life and healthcare compared to non-LGBTQ+ individuals.
Survey results show higher rates of mistreatment among LGBTQ+ respondents in healthcare settings, such as unfair treatment and negative experiences.

Newspaper publishes a list of how to spot gay men & lesbians

Newspaper in Malaysia published discriminatory list to spot gay men and lesbians.
Critics emphasize the dangerous impact of such articles on LGBTQ+ individuals' safety and rights.

Gay student was 'suspended and outed to parents' by Christian school

LGBTQ+ discrimination in Australian faith-based schools is a prevalent issue
Former student alleges being suspended and outed as gay to his parents by a Christian school

Homophobia can 'increase cancer risk' in LGBTQ+ people, report finds

Discrimination in healthcare impacts LGBTQ+ cancer risk
Fear of discrimination affects access to health care
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LGBTQ+ Gen Z youth don't feel safe at school: 'A place of dread rather than a place of learning'

LGBTQ+ students face bullying and discrimination in schools, even from staff meant to protect them.

LGBTQ+ advocates demand answers after death of Oklahoma teen

Advocates point to a hostile climate against the LGBTQ+ community after the death of a 16-year-old student.
Police investigation ongoing into the cause of death of the student who identified as nonbinary.

LGBTQ+ Gen Z youth don't feel safe at school: 'A place of dread rather than a place of learning'

LGBTQ+ students face bullying and discrimination in schools, even from staff meant to protect them.

LGBTQ+ advocates demand answers after death of Oklahoma teen

Advocates point to a hostile climate against the LGBTQ+ community after the death of a 16-year-old student.
Police investigation ongoing into the cause of death of the student who identified as nonbinary.
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Black trans, nonbinary youth have higher suicide risk than cisgender queer peers (exclusive)

Black LGBTQ+ young people face high rates of discrimination and victimization, leading to a higher suicide risk, especially among transgender, nonbinary, and questioning individuals.
21% of Black trans, nonbinary, and questioning young people reported a suicide attempt in the past year compared to 8% of Black cisgender LGBQ youth.

Award-winning journalist banned from his alma mater for being gay

Journalist David Begnaud faced anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination from his former Catholic high school in Louisiana.
Begnaud's story highlights the ongoing challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in religious institutions.

Lesbians may earn more because they don't have to put up with men

Lesbians may earn more than straight women due to a more equal division of domestic work.
Factors such as the gender pay gap and LGBTQ+ discrimination can affect queer women's earnings.

Trans teacher files human rights complaint after Libs of TikTok doxxes them - LGBTQ Nation

Wilson, a high school art teacher, filed a human rights complaint after being doxxed and harassed by a parent of one of their students.
Wilson's experience of receiving hateful and violent online messages reveals the ongoing discrimination faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in education.
The actions of an anti-LGBTQ+ social media account, Libs of TikTok, have resulted in the resignation or firing of multiple teachers due to their sexual orientation or support for the LGBTQ+ community.

Bookstore staff 'verbally abused' over a Pride display

Staff at Browsers Bookshop faced verbal abuse over a Pride display, highlighting ongoing discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community.
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