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The proposed expansion of the 'Don't Say Gay' bill in Alabama would restrict LGBTQ+ topics discussion in all public school grades.

Similar bills restricting discussions on sexual orientation and gender identity are being proposed in other states like Florida. [ more ]

Wils, a Singaporean pop star, is preparing to release one last single before retiring from music.

Wils faced challenges and backlash after coming out as gay in a country where homosexuality was illegal.

The singer was dropped by his record label and lost control of his social media due to his decision to be openly gay. [ more ]

Openhouse Adelman/Gurevitch Founders Award recognizes significant contributions to LGBTQ older adults.

Tom Nolan was a pioneer in addressing the AIDS crisis and advancing LGBTQ+ rights in public service. [ more ]

Same-sex marriage in Great Britain has positively transformed societal views on LGBTQ+ individuals.

Visibility in media and legal recognition has helped diminish stereotypes and offer hope for equal relationships for LGBTQ+ individuals. [ more ]

The meeting in Manila between Chantale Wong and Selisse Berry symbolizes progress in LGBTQ+ rights globally.

Chantale Wong's appointment as the first openly lesbian U.S. ambassador highlights LGBTQ+ representation in high-level international positions. [ more ]

Russia adds international LGBT movement to list of terrorists and extremists

Russia's Supreme Court declared the movement extremist, banning LGBTQ activism across the country. [ more ]

The LGBTQ+ pride flag raising event at Calexico City Hall was disrupted by a woman attacking the mayor and council member because of their gender identities.

The recall election in Calexico involving transgender council member Raúl Ureña has brought to light broader issues beyond just local governance, touching on cultural clashes over gender identity. [ more ]

Activists protest anti-LGBTQ+ legislation at Florida State Capitol.

Impact of House Bill 1639 on gender markers in state identification cards. [ more ]

Ryan Walters took a firm stance against recognizing nonbinary and transgender individuals in Oklahoma schools.

Gay and transgender advocates criticized Mr. Walters for fostering an atmosphere of intolerance leading to a tragic incident in a school. [ more ]

Health officials, civil rights groups, and individuals have largely supported the idea of adding questions about sexual orientation and gender identity to the U.S. Census Bureau's survey.

The proposed questions would provide a better understanding of the diversity of LGBTQ+ people in the United States at a time when LGBTQ+ issues are facing restrictions and debates. [ more ]

First criminal case under Russia's ban on international LGBT movement

Accused face up to 10 years in prison for promoting LGBTQ rights [ more ]

The pivotal role of Bayard Rustin in organizing the March on Washington has been overlooked for decades due to his sexuality.

The release of the Netflix biopic 'Rustin' in 2023 helped raise awareness about Rustin as a civil rights icon. [ more ]

The Uganda constitutional court cited the US Dobbs decision to uphold anti-gay laws, impacting LGBTQ rights.

The Dobbs decision may have broader implications for restricting various rights globally, beyond reproductive rights. [ more ]

Pat Logue made significant contributions to LGBTQ+ rights through groundbreaking legal cases at Lambda Legal.

Logue's legacy includes landmark victories for LGBTQ+ individuals, such as the Jamie Nabozny case and Lawrence v. Texas. [ more ]

Governor Evers vetoed a ban on transgender high school athletes due to potential harm to mental well-being and safety of LGBTQ+ individuals.

The vetoed bill aimed to require athletes to play on teams based on birth certificates, overturning policies allowing gender identity-based team placement. [ more ]

Suicide rates are disproportionately high among queer and trans individuals.

Transgender individuals face violence and restrictions on rights in many states. [ more ]

Caitlyn Jenner opposes transgender equality in sports, advocating for biological sex-based participation.

Jenner suggests Olympics should test women athletes' chromosomes, potentially ending women's sports as known. [ more ]

J.K. Rowling questioned post on Nazi book burnings involving trans health, accurate info easily verified.

Magnus Hirschfeld's advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights, including transgender individuals, and the tragic destruction of his Institute by Nazis. [ more ]

JK Rowling misgendered trans journalist India Willoughby and faced backlash for comments on the trans community.

Rowling believes trans women should be banned from women's spaces, sparking controversy. [ more ]

Over 400 artists signed an open letter opposing anti-trans legislation in Canada.

The letter emphasizes the importance of preserving expression, individuality, and self-determination for trans individuals. [ more ]

The right initiated a successful anti-LGBTQ+ boycott against Bud Light over working with a trans influencer.

The right's reactions to the idea of trans people existing show underlying biases rather than genuine concerns about policies. [ more ]

Bills restricting LGBTQ+ rights advanced in House committees

Sports organizations that allow trans women could lose recognition [ more ]

Clarifications made to Florida state law allow students and teachers to openly discuss gender and sexuality in classrooms.

Settlement in Florida affirms LGBTQ+ rights and marks progress against discriminatory laws. [ more ]

LGBTQ+ victory in Florida court

Settlement impacts LGBTQ+ rights [ more ]

Clarence Thomas calls for reconsideration of past rulings on contraception, same-sex relationships, and marriage.

Momentum building for Supreme Court to revisit Obergefell, legalized gay marriage in 50 states. [ more ]

California's Proposition 8 overturned in 2010 through a lawsuit by same-sex marriage couples.

KQED journalist Carlos Cabrera-Lomelí interviews original plaintiffs, highlighting their journey and the impact of the trial. [ more ]

Social media platforms fail LGBTQ+ users in moderating hateful content

GLAAD report exposes Meta's neglect in addressing anti-trans hate on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads [ more ]

LGBTQ+ rights are being targeted in the US

FOLX Health partners with Crisis Text Line to support queer individuals' mental health. [ more ]

Leo Varadkar, Ireland's first openly gay prime minister, resigns for personal and political reasons. He expressed that a new leader would better serve the interests of the country. [ more ]

Comedian Tom Allen to host Big Gay Wedding on BBC showcasing a gay couple's dream wedding.

Celebrating the 10th anniversary of gay marriage legalization in England and Wales. [ more ]

Families with LGBTQ kids face challenges due to anti-LGBTQ bills

Importance of community support and access to gender-affirming care for LGBTQ youth [ more ]

LGBTQ+ TikTokers oppose potential TikTok ban in the U.S.

Vice President Harris hosts openly gay Irish leader at her residence. [ more ]

Legislation aims to provide financial aid for LGBTQ+ individuals seeking gender-affirming care in Minnesota.

Minnesota lawmakers consider allocating $1 million to assist families relocating for gender-affirming care. [ more ]

Maryland Senate approved a measure protecting gender-affirming care patients from legal actions.

Measure aims to safeguard healthcare information and providers within the state. [ more ]

Rights activists condemn Ghana's anti-gay bill, seen as a setback for human rights

The bill harshly restricts LGBTQ rights with imprisonment for those engaging in LGBTQ activities or promoting LGBTQ rights [ more ]

Public support for LGBTQ+ rights in the US has fallen for the first time in nearly a decade.

Republican opposition to LGBTQ+ rights has increased, while Democratic support remained stable. [ more ]

Support for LGBTQ+ rights softening according to PRRI findings

Broad majorities continue to endorse LGBTQ+ protections [ more ]

A settlement in Florida clarifies that the "Don't Say Gay" law does not restrict discussion of LGBTQ+ topics or anti-bullying rules in schools.

The settlement also allows for Gay-Straight Alliance groups in schools and clarifies that incidental references to LGBTQ+ characters in library books are not considered instruction on sexual orientation or gender identity. [ more ]

Trump is the only remaining Republican presidential candidate after Nikki Haley suspended her 2024 election bid.

The 2024 Republican race has a focus on LGBTQ+ rights, with Trump known for his anti-LGBTQ+ stance and domination in the polls. [ more ]

Activists organize LGBTQ+-inclusive St. Patrick's Day parade in response to exclusion from Staten Island's event.

Staten Island District Attorney and other prominent figures express support for the inclusive parade. [ more ]

Federal officials opening investigation into Oklahoma school district where student died after a fight.

US Department of Education investigating Owasso Public Schools' response to sex-based harassment following student's death. [ more ]

Proposed legislation in Florida, known as the 'trans erasure bill,' is sparking protests by the LGBTQ+ community.

The bill could impact gender-affirming care, transition procedures, and mandate the display of sex assigned at birth on state IDs. [ more ]

More than 350 LGBTQ+ organizations are urging the removal of Oklahoma Superintendent Ryan Walters for fostering hate and bigotry.

The demand follows the tragic death of transgender teen Nex Benedict and Walters' refusal to recognize gender identities beyond the male/female binary. [ more ]

Bill passed in TN bans pride flags in public school classrooms

Critics argue bill marginalizes LGBTQ+ students and increases stigma [ more ]

Trans athletes facing discrimination in Nassau County

Executive order contradicts existing anti-discrimination policies [ more ]

Places of worship supporting LGBTQ+ face threats and attacks in the US.

At least 66 incidents targeted religious buildings with LGBTQ+ support signs like rainbow flags. [ more ]

Keir Starmer protected his gay friend from a homophobic attack as a teenager, showing his strong stance against hate.

Starmer reflects on progress made in LGBTQ+ rights while acknowledging the ongoing challenges of homophobic violence. [ more ]

Implications of global elections for LGBTQ+ rights

Contrasting approaches to LGBTQ+ rights across different countries [ more ]

Gay sex remains illegal in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines after the High Court upheld the country's archaic laws criminalizing same-sex relations.

The court ruling stated that the laws were 'reasonably required' and the 'least drastic means' to reduce HIV cases in the country. [ more ]

Nepal has recognized its first-ever married lesbian couple

Marriage equality progress has been slower in Africa and Asia [ more ]

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak insists that his comments on trans issues are not controversial and that biological sex is important.

Sunak defends the Conservative party's record on LGBTQ+ rights, highlighting the legalization of same-sex marriage and improvements in healthcare services for same-sex couples. [ more ]

Jewelle Gomez and partner Diane Sabin were active in the fight for marriage equality in California.

Gomez reflects on the broader impact of the marriage equality campaign, including the discussion of equal rights and the revealing of prejudices. [ more ]

Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson suggests transgender people should defecate on public street corners rather than using bathrooms matching their gender identity.

Robinson has a history of making viciously anti-LGBTQ+ comments, including comparing LGBTQ+ people to cow dung. [ more ]