Why putting free period products in men's bathrooms is good for everyone
One in three low-wage women will miss work, school, and other events due to period poverty — and trans men experience it, too.
January 14 2025 3:03 PM
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Ryan Adamczeski
Ryan is a reporter at The Advocate, and a graduate of New York University Tisch's Department of Dramatic Writing, with a focus in television writing and comedy. She first became a published author at the age of 15 with her YA novel "Someone Else's Stars," and is now a member of GALECA, the LGBTQ+ society of entertainment critics, and the IRE, the society of Investigative Reporters and Editors. In her free time, Ryan likes watching New York Rangers hockey, listening to the Beach Boys, and practicing witchcraft.
House passes bill banning trans women and girls from school sports
Over 400 human rights organizations had asked the Republican-controlled chamber to reject the bill, which "does not address the longstanding barriers all girls and women have faced in their pursuit of athletics."
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January 14 2025 2:50 PM
What is RedNote? The TikTok alternative that doesn't allow showing skin or LGBTQ+ content
With heavy censorship of bodies and LGBTQ+ topics, RedNote might not be everything TikTok refugees are seeking.
January 13 2025 4:48 PM
L. A. pizzeria that hosts monthly 'Trans Pizza Party' burns down in wildfires
Pizza of Venice in Altadena announced over the weekend that it was "one of the many homes and businesses that burned" in the L.A. wildfires.
January 13 2025 3:39 PM
These 12 major companies caved to the far right and stopped DEI programs
With the news about Walmart, Ford Motor Co., Toyota Motor Corp., and others, it's clear that this is a trend — and it's being driven by right-wing extremists.
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January 13 2025 1:52 PM
Amazon removes 'equity for Black people' and 'LGBTQ+ rights' from company policies
Amazon has quietly removed protections for Black and LGBTQ+ workers from its company policies.
January 13 2025 1:00 PM
Meta is ending its DEI programs as it eases protections against anti-LGBTQ+ hate speech
Meta's internal announcement comes shortly after leaked training materials revealed that the company instructed moderators to allow posts calling LGBTQ+ people “mentally ill.”
January 10 2025 4:45 PM
'Eat a fruit for Anita:' 10 historic Anita Bryant protest photos
Here are some historic photos of the activists who fought Anita Bryant's anti-queer crusade every step of the way.
January 10 2025 11:58 AM
Conservatives bizarrely blame DEI for Los Angeles wildfires
While scientists cite an unusually dry winter combined with strong winds as the fuel behind the rapid spread of the fires, right-wing figures are instead blaming diversity, equity, and inclusion.
January 09 2025 4:10 PM
Evacuating from the Los Angeles fires? Here are some resources to help
Here's the latest information on shelters, closures, and free services for those impacted by the Los Angeles wildfires.
January 09 2025 1:11 PM
Ohio enacts 'shameful' 'Don't Say Gay' bill as Gov. Mike DeWine signs
Activists say the so-called "Parents' Bill of Rights" will "make schools less safe for LGBTQ+ students."
January 09 2025 11:20 AM
Sarah McBride is 'mystified' that Republicans are making trans people a 'priority'
"It defies understanding, except for the fact that it's a pretty obvious part of a politics of misdirection and distraction," McBride said of Republicans' proposed federal anti-trans legislation.
January 09 2025 9:38 AM
Jesse Watters calls LGBTQ+ people 'nuts' for buying guns ahead of Trump's second term
The Fox News host has championed purchasing firearms for self defense, but he thinks LGBTQ+ people who do it are "nuts."
January 08 2025 12:10 PM
More companies than ever have this DEI practice, despite anti-LGBTQ+ push
The number of businesses participating in diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts is only growing, according to the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index, even as conservatives pressure corporations to stop.
January 07 2025 3:17 PM
McDonald's ends some DEI practices, cites SCOTUS ruling and 'other companies' (exclusive)
The corporation announced it will be "retiring setting aspirational representation goals," ceasing DEI requirements for its suppliers, and "pausing external surveys" focused on inclusion
January 07 2025 11:50 AM
Donald Trump nominates lesbian Fox News host Tammy Bruce, who said Democrats fund creating 'mutants'
Bruce has a history of making inflammatory comments on air, including claiming she regretted getting the COVID-19 vaccine and going on several bizarre rants against gender neutral language.
January 06 2025 2:40 PM
Transgender youth are terrified of Donald Trump — but they're not losing hope (exclusive)
Ahead of the inauguration, The Advocate asked young trans people about the biggest challenges facing them – and what the rest of us can do to help.
January 06 2025 5:00 AM
Polish ski jumper Andrzej Stękała comes out as gay in heartbreaking post mourning partner's death
The 2021 World Championship bronze medalist took to Instagram over the New Year to open up about "the most difficult thing in my life."
January 03 2025 3:30 PM
Meta slammed for 'disturbing' AI profiles, including a fake Black queer mother
The fake profile is one of many being tested on Instagram. Its bio bizarrely claims the robot is a "momma of 2" and "your realest source for life's ups and downs."
January 03 2025 11:29 AM
Republican Steve Scalise bizarrely blames 'DEI' and 'wokeness' for New Orleans terror attack
The House majority leader did not provide any evidence when he said the "DEI movement" and "wokeness" are distracting agencies from implementing security measures.
January 02 2025 5:18 PM