Easterseals Highlights Alarming Accessibility Gaps for Disabled Americans
In 2023, people can book a luxrious suite on an airplane but somebody who requires a wheelchair can’t board a plane and remain in their life-supporting seat.
APRIL 28, 2023
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Donald Trump has begun eroding federal LGBTQ+ protections through executive orders
It was a carnival-like atmosphere as the new president began his overhaul of the U.S. government, with many executive orders targeting queer Americans.
JANUARY 20, 2025
DeVos: I Knew Trans Youth Would Be Harmed When I Ended Obama-Era Rules
The Education Secretary says she was well aware of the damage she was doing when she rolled back trans-inclusive guidelines in 2017.
APRIL 10, 2019
The Trevor Project Extends 988 Crisis Line Partnership to Support Vulnerable LGBTQ+ Youth
It will be the second year that the suicide prevention organization will provide services to young people in distress.
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
e.l.f. Beauty CEO defends DEI: 'Our diversity is a key competitive advantage'
The cosmetics company recently held that it would not nix its DEI initiatives, with CEO Tarang Amin saying that "our mission is to make the best of beauty accessible."
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Walmart will close all of its health care clinics; most are in rural areas
The closures may leave a gap in health care access, particularly for lower-income patients without insurance who relied on the centers.
APRIL 30, 2024
WATCH: Debunking the 'Surgery Is a Top Priority For Trans People' Myth
In a new series of videos, the Human Rights Campaign hopes to shine light on many of the myths surrounding trans health and well-being. In the first video, HRC tackles myths surrounding gender-confirming surgeries.
MARCH 13, 2014
Ron DeSantis Kills Diversity and Inclusion Programs at Florida Universities
A number of students, including LGBTQ+ students, protested the event.
MAY 15, 2023
Corporate America Picks Up Equality Mantle From Trump
As long as Donald Trump is in office, LGBT people have few friends in the White House. Thankfully, corporations are picking up some of the slack.
MARCH 24, 2017
Gender Diversity Needed in the Newsroom
This New York union is pushing for gender expression protections in newsrooms, so journalists better represent who they report on.
MAY 28, 2018
Advancing equality during Disability Pride Month
July is Disability Pride Month, a time to celebrate progress in championing accessibility and equity. But, as Easterseals's President and CEO writes, more work is still needed.
JULY 22, 2024
Israel Set to Grant Gay Men Adoption Tax Benefits
A vote in the Israeli Knesset will reveal whether the Jewish state is ready to recognize some rights for same-sex couples.
DECEMBER 4, 2013
Trump Is Trying to 'Unperson' Trans People
This administration is trying to make an unpopular group die a slow death. It's a grand American tradition, writes Amanda Kerri.
OCTOBER 9, 2017
The Trevor Project Lays Off 12% of Its Staff
The organization says that reducing its workforce was a measure of last resort.
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JULY 7, 2023
Meet Ben Trockman, the Disability Rights Activist Challenging the Status Quo
Almost 10 years ago, Trockman led the effort to get Congress to pass policies that ensured airplane travel for people with disabilities.
MAY 7, 2023
NASA Head, Despite Anti-LGBT Record, Recognizes Pride
Jim Bridenstine joins Secretary of State Mike Pompeo as a surprising Pride supporter, but there's still no recognition from the White House.
JUNE 19, 2018
New Report Reveals 'Broken Bargain' for Trans Workers
A new study, titled "A Broken Bargain for Transgender Workers," reveals widespread discrimination of transgender workers in the U.S. workforce.
SEPTEMBER 6, 2013
Boston Nonprofit Opens Doors for Marginalized Students Seeking Advanced Degrees
Leadership Brainery looks to provide resources and connections for marginalized communities to gain access to higher education.
JUNE 19, 2023
82% of trans workers have suffered discrimination or harassment: report
"Our analysis indicates that employment discrimination against transgender employees is persistent and widespread," the Williams Institute's report states.
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
5 Issues Remind Us Why We Need Women's Equality Day
Progress is still needed to asure women's equality -- so let's celebrate by working to move the needle.
AUGUST 26, 2016
WATCH: Cleveland Demands Action on Trans-Inclusive Ordinance
With a trans-inclusive nondiscrimination ordinance stalled in the Cleveland City Council for more than two years, activists voiced their frustration at City Hall Monday.
NOVEMBER 24, 2015