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Formerly the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation, GLAAD is one of the most prominent media watchdog and advocacy organizations in the country for the LGBT community. Read the latest news about GLAAD and their work with different public figures, actors, and television networks, in order to improve the portrayals of LGBT characters and themes in the media. Find out about their latest facts, figures, and reports, which highlight the strengths and weaknesses of each network in their depictions of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender individuals.
“It is so important that LGBTQ voices are represented in mainstream media to debunk these gross fear tactics," Sarah Kate Ellis told The Advocate.
A new poll suggests that anti-trans misinformation is working to erode support.
The change happened after Donald Trump’s inauguration.
Frankie Grande, Peppermint, and dozens of reality TV stars are asking for "relevant representation of LGBTQ people."
“The billionaires are targeting the most marginalized people in the world,” Sarah Kate Ellis, GLAAD president and CEO, said.
Republicans are moving forward with a full assault on LGBTQ+ lives.
Researchers found that when tragedy unfolds, some seek to falsely blame transgender people.
There were 932 anti-LGBTQ+ incidents between May 1, 2024 and May 1, 2025 – equal to 2.5 incidents every day, according to GLAAD.
A new GLAAD report sheds light on the alarming trend.
Sen. Tommy Tuberville's office did not return The Advocate's request about evidence supporting these claims.
It is not the time to throw any marginalized people overboard, the groups say.
The Advocate's reporters Ryan Adamczeski and Christopher Wiggins also scored nominations for Outstanding Print Article and Outstanding Online Journalism Article.
The billionaire tech CEO is doubling down on Meta’s sharp turn on content moderation and fact-checking.
Diana was on her way to a Pride celebration when three kids attacked her.
"Pride is a protest, and it's happening whether the most-anti LGBTQ+ administration in history acknowledges it or not," an HRC spokesperson told The Advocate.
A new GLAAD report challenges the notion that Americans endorse a retreat from LGBTQ+ inclusion in commerce.
The leaders attacked trans women in sports while ignoring court orders to return a wrongly deported Maryland man.
The GOP are recycling the playbook Donald Trump used to attack Kamala Harris on culture war issues.
These queer stars are reminding everyone in the LGBTQ+ community to stay strong and resilient.
It is "imperative" to feature transgender people in reports about trans issues, president & CEO Sarah Kate Ellis said.
