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Sandy Stone is the first transgender woman inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame

Stone, credited with starting the field of transgender studies, is a woman of many accomplishments.

Congress members denounce VA's end to gender-affirming care, demand answers

U.S. Rep. Mark Takano and others sent a pointed letter to VA Secretary Doug Collins.

Federal judge again blocks Iowa book ban; expected to rule on 'don't say gay' restrictions soon

The state has banned books depicting sex acts from school libraries and classrooms.

Illinois Gov. Pritzker stands up for LGBTQ+ community in fiery HRC speech

The governor particularly spoke out for transgender youth, saying we must not sacrifice the most persecuted for the most popular.

Trump admin freezes federal funds to U of Pennsylvania over transgender athletes

University officials said they are complying with all NCAA policies, which now bar trans women from women's sports.

Ohio appeals court strikes down ban on gender-affirming care for trans youth

The ban interferes with parental rights, according to a state-level court.

Trans and wanting to run for office? Danica Roem will help lead a training for transgender candidates

“The lessons I’ve learned are really, really valuable,” Roem tells The Advocate. The Virginia state senator will be one of the people training participants at an LGBTQ+ Victory Institute program for queer candidates.

ACT UP member Nanette Kazaoka, a fierce activist for marginalized people, is dead at 83

Kazaoka was an advocate for those living with HIV, the LGBTQ+ community, and other marginalized groups.

Mississippi restaurant gives out straight-couples-only offer and is roundly lambasted for it

"We don't do the trans or the lesbians or gays," an owner of Darwell's Happiness Cafe said.

The Advocate wins Outstanding Magazine at GLAAD Media Awards

The Advocate bested nine other nominees, including Cosmopolitan, People, and Vogue.

Disney shareholders vote overwhelmingly to continue in Human Rights Campaign index

An anti-LGBTQ+ group had urged the company to pull out of the "woke" index.

Trump loves Betty Buckley, but the LGBTQ+ ally doesn't love him

He mused about the Broadway star at his first Kennedy Center board meeting.

Study: Gender-affirming hormone therapy improves mental health

The report indicates this continues over the long term.

Longtime LGBTQ+ advocate Kate Kendell is the new CEO of the Gill Foundation (exclusive)

Kendell, the former executive director of the National Center for Lesbian Rights, recognizes that it's a crucial time for the LGBTQ+ movement.

The LGBTQ+ Supreme Court cases to watch this term

Gender-affirming care, anti-straight discrimination, PrEP, and LGBTQ+ books are all on the docket.

D.C. appeals court won't block Trump's trans military ban — just yet

The judges may reconsider if the military takes action against trans service members.

RFK Jr. to shut down HHS Office of Infectious Diseases & HIV Policy

These closures are part of a plan to cut 20,000 positions at HHS.

California's San Mateo County celebrates trans people, fights bullying

The Northern California county vows to be a bulwark against the hate coming out of the Trump administration.

Hungarians protest Pride ban; Budapest mayor promises LGBTQ+ support

Thousands blocked major streets and bridges in Budapest to show their outrage.

Luke Macfarlane opens up about the importance of faith and kindness in a dark time

"It doesn't hurt you to be kind," says the star of Home Is Where the Heart Is.