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21 hours ago

Denver's only lesbian bar closes after rollercoaster fundraising controversy - LGBTQ Nation

A beloved lesbian bar in Denver closed amid controversy over fundraising and mismanagement issues.
#lgbtq
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1 day ago
SF LGBT

State Department bans trans employees from using the appropriate restrooms at work - LGBTQ Nation

LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

New LGBTQ+ nonprofit director gushes over transphobic author: "I have a huge respect for JK Rowling" - LGBTQ Nation

Kezia Dugdale expresses respect for JK Rowling while emphasizing the need for trans advocates to compromise to protect cis LGB rights.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Pride flags removed, rainbow crosswalks painted white & Pride marches canceled across France - LGBTQ Nation

Two municipalities in France removed LGBTQ+ symbols, reflecting a shift towards far-right governance and raising concerns about discrimination and inclusion.
New York City
fromLGBTQ Nation
17 hours ago

Zohran Mamdani appoints Black lesbian archivist to critical commissioner role - LGBTQ Nation

Shawn(ta) Smith-Cruz appointed as commissioner of DORIS, emphasizing the importance of preserving NYC's diverse history.
Parenting
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Comedian shares hilarous take on growing up with lesbian moms - LGBTQ Nation

Jaclyn Lore-Edwards shares humorous insights about growing up with two moms, highlighting love, freedom of expression, and unique childhood experiences.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

State Department bans trans employees from using the appropriate restrooms at work - LGBTQ Nation

The State Department has implemented a policy banning trans employees from using restrooms that match their gender identity.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

New LGBTQ+ nonprofit director gushes over transphobic author: "I have a huge respect for JK Rowling" - LGBTQ Nation

Kezia Dugdale expresses respect for JK Rowling while emphasizing the need for trans advocates to compromise to protect cis LGB rights.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Pride flags removed, rainbow crosswalks painted white & Pride marches canceled across France - LGBTQ Nation

Two municipalities in France removed LGBTQ+ symbols, reflecting a shift towards far-right governance and raising concerns about discrimination and inclusion.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

A coordinated political effort is trying to erase LGBTQ+ youth. Here's what they say they need. - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ youth are often overlooked in discussions about their experiences, prompting a rebranding to Glisten to better represent and support them.
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Black & trans employees accuse women's sports bar of "hostile" racism & misogyny - LGBTQ Nation

Rhodes asserted in an Instagram post, 'Marsha's may claim to be a queer safe space, but it is nothing like that.' She described the bar's environment as quickly developing a bad reputation among marginalized staffers.
NYC LGBT
SF politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

4 women accuse lesbian Democratic congressional candidate of sexual assault - LGBTQ Nation

Four women accuse Salt Lake City Council Member Eva Lopez Chavez of sexual assault, while she denies the allegations and offers to take a polygraph test.
Public health
fromABC7 San Francisco
16 hours ago

Civil rights organizations issue travel advisory for fans ahead of 2026 World Cup: What to know

Civil rights organizations issued a travel advisory for World Cup fans, warning of potential risks including arrest and social media screening.
Fashion & style
fromWIRED
2 days ago

The Men Behind Your Favorite AI Gay Thirst Traps

Jae Young Joon is an AI-generated influencer created by Luc Thierry, captivating audiences with a fictional persona.
NYC parents
fromWIRED
2 days ago

The Federal Agency Coming for Gender-Affirming Care

The FTC is targeting transgender rights by framing gender-affirming care for minors as a consumer-protection issue.
#pride-in-london
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Staff at UK's largest Pride event allege bullying and misconduct under sacked CEO

Pride in London leaders ignored complaints about bullying and misconduct by former CEO Christopher Joell-Deshields for years.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Former London Pride boss admits contempt of court

Christopher Joell-Deshields admitted contempt of court for not returning social media and bank account login details after his suspension.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

We aren't scared any more': #MeToo's lessons give Epstein survivors strength to speak out

Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell demand transparency and accountability, marking a significant moment for the #MeToo movement.
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

Ron DeSantis signs law that could strip Florida of Pride celebrations

The legislation defines DEI as efforts to 'manipulate or otherwise influence the composition of employees with reference to race, color, sex, ethnicity, gender identity, or sexual orientation other than to ensure that hiring is conducted in accordance with state and federal anti-discrimination laws.'
Miami food
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Pride organizations call on Ontario to create fund to support festivals as costs climb | CBC News

Organizers request $1.5 million annually for three years to support rising costs of Pride festivals in Ontario.
Women in technology
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

The global assault on women is an assault on all of us

Solidarity against global patriarchy is essential to combat the normalization of sexual violence and protect women's autonomy.
Environment
fromQueerty
3 days ago

Earth Day shopping guide: Queer-made picks that matter - Queerty

Earth Day emphasizes consistent, intentional choices for a healthier planet beyond just awareness.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
4 days ago

Who's Playing Portland Pride 2026? - Portland Mercury

Portland Pride parade in July features major entertainers and celebrates the LGBTQ2SIA+ community with a theme of 'Made with Pride.'
#lgbtq-rights
Education
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

Supreme Court passes on case over outing trans students

Schools have discretion to disclose a student's name and pronouns to parents, as upheld by the Supreme Court.
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.
Education
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

Supreme Court passes on case over outing trans students

Schools have discretion to disclose a student's name and pronouns to parents, as upheld by the Supreme Court.
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.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
21 hours ago

AI himbos, political shade & Madonna on Grindr: This week's messiest gay moments recapped - Queerty

Queerty recaps major queer news stories, including a canceled gay AI influencer and backlash over a mayor's endorsement of a straight candidate.
#trans-rights
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
19 hours ago

Corporations & leaders are retreating to safe choices. They will be the death of us. - LGBTQ Nation

Safe choices in response to threats against trans rights lead to complicity and hinder the fight for equality.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks 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
fromwww.lgbtqnation.com
2 months ago

"I hope that it isn't too late": Queer folks cling to hope for a brighter, more equal future

Transgender and queer people experienced increased fear, medical access loss, civil-rights undermining, displacement, and precarity during the second Trump administration.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
19 hours ago

Corporations & leaders are retreating to safe choices. They will be the death of us. - LGBTQ Nation

Safe choices in response to threats against trans rights lead to complicity and hinder the fight for equality.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Dems pass "profound" law to protect trans kids who change their names - LGBTQ Nation

Colorado's new law protects the privacy of trans children seeking name changes, ensuring their dignity and safety.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

Missouri Republicans advance bill to police trans people's bathroom access

Missouri Republicans passed a bill mandating bathroom use based on sex assigned at birth, risking increased scrutiny and harassment for trans individuals.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week 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
2 weeks 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.
Washington DC
fromAdvocate.com
17 hours ago

HRC uses Grindr to target Washington's White House Correspondents' Dinner power crowd

Human Rights Campaign targets attendees of the White House Correspondents' Dinner with a message on HIV prevention and care access.
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Supreme Court won't hear case on forcing teachers to out trans kids to their parents - LGBTQ Nation

The parents argue that their children were 'allowed' to identify as transgender at school, which they claim violated their rights to determine their children's upbringing.
NYC parents
NYC LGBT
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Smaller Pride events in Toronto are feeling the pressure as FIFA World Cup approaches | CBC News

FIFA World Cup disrupts Toronto's Pride events, leading to cancellations and increased costs for smaller queer organizers.
#discrimination
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago
SF LGBT

Black trans woman says gay bar tried kicking her out in act of discrimination: "Literally shaking" - LGBTQ Nation

A Black transgender woman experienced discrimination at a Detroit gay bar, claiming hostility from staff and a lack of support from management.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Black trans woman says gay bar tried kicking her out in act of discrimination: "Literally shaking" - LGBTQ Nation

A Black transgender woman experienced discrimination at a Detroit gay bar, claiming hostility from staff and a lack of support from management.
Social justice
fromQueerty
4 days ago

So many funerals, so little help: How our community faced AIDS & refused to disappear - Queerty

The AIDS crisis in America illustrates the impact of youth activism, community, and the ongoing fight for equality and access to care.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Anti-trans bathroom bills are the New Jim Crow - LGBTQ Nation

Anti-transgender legislation is reshaping public restroom access, drawing parallels to historical segregation and impacting various gender identities.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Activists outraged over panel of anti-trans "experts" at major pediatric health conference - LGBTQ Nation

A pediatric healthcare conference panel on trans healthcare features speakers affiliated with an anti-trans hate group, raising concerns about the event's impact on pediatric care standards.
Social justice
from48 hills
5 days ago

Trans trailblazer Sean Dorsey: 'When shit gets hard, we choose to show up for each other' - 48 hills

Sean Dorsey Dance presents a new work, We Choose Each Other, as a response to escalating anti-trans legislation and cultural hostility.
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 day ago

Statements From National and International Chapters During the 50th Anniversary Year of the San Francisco Dykes on Bikes - San Francisco Bay Times

Dykes on Bikes® promotes empowerment and community connection for LGBTQIA+ individuals through unique local chapters.
SF LGBT
fromTruthout
1 day ago

Critics Slam FCC Move to Update Ratings System to Include Trans Content Warnings

FCC seeks public comment on updating ratings system for content related to transgender issues, raising concerns about potential censorship of LGBTQ representation.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
2 days ago

This Drag Race alum is nearly unrecognizable in buff gym pics-but the glow-up doesn't stop there! - Queerty

Dusty Ray Bottoms has transformed her life post-Drag Race, focusing on fitness and performing in local theater after her initial season elimination.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

LGBTQ+ advocates sue over Maine ballot initiative: The signatures are invalid! - LGBTQ Nation

Maine residents are suing to invalidate signatures for an anti-trans referendum on the ballot, claiming many are invalid or duplicate.
#transgender-healthcare
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 day ago

TransThrive Clinic Grand Opening: Bringing Low-Barrier, Trans-Led Healthcare to San Francisco - San Francisco Bay Times

A new clinic at TransThrive offers comprehensive healthcare services for transgender and gender-expansive individuals in San Francisco.
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 day ago

TransThrive Clinic Grand Opening: Bringing Low-Barrier, Trans-Led Healthcare to San Francisco - San Francisco Bay Times

A new clinic at TransThrive offers comprehensive healthcare services for transgender and gender-expansive individuals in San Francisco.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

Advocate newsletter 4/20/26

A federal judge criticized RFK Jr. for his anti-trans policies, stating they cause significant harm to individuals.
fromQueerty
1 day ago

Rep. Angie Craig rattles right-wingers with a cute pic to mark Lesbian Visibility Week - Queerty

"I'm celebrating #LesbianVisibilityWeek with the love of my life - my wife Cheryl! Here's a throwback to when we first met - before we had the right to get married. To Minnesota's lesbian community: I see you, I hear you and I'll never stop fighting for our rights."
LGBT
SF LGBT
fromsfbaytimes.com
2 days ago

Soiree 2026 Benefiting the SF LGBT Center

Soiree, the annual fundraising gala for the SF LGBT Center, was held on April 18, 2026, featuring various entertainment and support for vital programs.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

He raped young men & infected them with HIV. Now he's going away for a long time. - LGBTQ Nation

Adam Hall was convicted of transmitting HIV and raping multiple young men, receiving a minimum 23-year life sentence.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
2 days ago

The night a drag king blew my mind & rewrote my identity - Queerty

Montesanti's journey in drag culture reveals the complexities of gender identity and mental health through performance and self-expression.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 month 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.
fromQueerty
1 year ago

18 famous LGBTQ+ Tauruses who don't back down - Queerty

Tauruses do it with steady hands and a whole lot of heart, cultivating beauty and building something that lasts, embodying dependability and loyalty.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

Advocate newsletter 4/21/26

The U.S. Supreme Court will consider a Colorado case involving whether taxpayer-funded preschools affiliated with churches can refuse to admit children of LGBTQ+ couples.
LGBT
SF LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week 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.
#transgender-rights
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago
LGBT

Teacher suspended for supporting trans athlete gets reinstated after allies fight back - LGBTQ Nation

fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago
NYC LGBT

Thousands nationwide came together to fight back against widespread transphobia on TDOV - LGBTQ Nation

fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago
NYC LGBT

Transgender activists rally in D.C. as nationwide protests bring out millions

Transgender activists and allies rallied in D.C. for Trans Day of Visibility, advocating for federal protections and raising awareness of ongoing legislative issues.
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago
LGBT

This trans lawmaker's colleagues voted to take away her driver's license. She's still hard at work. - LGBTQ Nation

Kansas State Rep. Abi Boatman, a transgender Air Force veteran, delivered a viral speech opposing SB 244, legislation that revokes transgender people's documents, restricts bathroom access, and creates legal incentives to sue transgender individuals.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Teacher suspended for supporting trans athlete gets reinstated after allies fight back - LGBTQ Nation

Dr. Chet Hesson was reinstated after an investigation found no basis for claims against him regarding his support for a transgender student athlete.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

Thousands nationwide came together to fight back against widespread transphobia on TDOV - LGBTQ Nation

Demonstrations for Trans Day of Visibility occurred nationwide amid rising anti-trans rhetoric, highlighting the ongoing fight for transgender rights.
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.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

Transgender activists rally in D.C. as nationwide protests bring out millions

Transgender activists and allies rallied in D.C. for Trans Day of Visibility, advocating for federal protections and raising awareness of ongoing legislative issues.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

This trans lawmaker's colleagues voted to take away her driver's license. She's still hard at work. - LGBTQ Nation

Kansas State Rep. Abi Boatman, a transgender Air Force veteran, delivered a viral speech opposing SB 244, legislation that revokes transgender people's documents, restricts bathroom access, and creates legal incentives to sue transgender individuals.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

The woman who threw the first-ever gender reveal party is "horrified" by what they have become - LGBTQ Nation

Jenna Karvunidis regrets the dangerous evolution of gender reveal parties she initiated, expressing horror at their extravagant and harmful nature.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Anti-LGBTQ+ MAGA pastor called Pride flags "disgusting." He just pled guilty to child sex offenses. - LGBTQ Nation

Silas H. Shelton pleaded guilty to unlawful sexual conduct with a minor and faces 3 to 15 years in prison.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

We especially need to uplift joyous Black trans lives on this Trans Day of Visibility - LGBTQ Nation

Transgender Day of Visibility celebrates Black trans lives and contributions while addressing ongoing violence against the community.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 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.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month 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.
#disability-rights
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1 month ago
LGBT

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.
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago
LGBT

Disability groups are standing united for trans rights. That hasn't always been the case

Disability advocates are now collaborating with LGBTQ+ groups to secure federal disability protections for transgender people against efforts to exclude them.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Learning to accept herself as a bi, trans woman only took some space... and Pride patches - LGBTQ Nation

Van's journey from hiding her bisexuality to openly embracing her trans identity demonstrates how community support enables self-acceptance and resilience against family disapproval.
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
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.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

'We keep us safe': Thousands of LGBTQ+ activists and organizers gathered in D.C. for equality

About 2,000 LGBTQ+ activists convened in Washington, D.C., to build mutual safety, strengthen movement infrastructure, and resist intensifying political repression and disinformation.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

Birds of various feathers must flock together: Some fables about the U.S. & Europe - LGBTQ Nation

Alliances deter predatory aggression; isolation invites conquest, and victors can become arrogant, hoarding power rather than reciprocating support.
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