Thousands are expected to join LGBTQ+ community call supporting Kamala Harris campaign
The call will happen a day after thousands of LGBTQ+ leaders and supporters signed a letter of endorsement for the vice president’s candidacy.
July 24, 2024
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Senate passes defense bill with anti-trans language; now goes to Biden
Advocates are calling on President Joe Biden to veto it.
December 18, 2024
In Memphis, Kayla Gore is building homes — and a future — for Black trans people
My Sistah's House provides housing for Black and brown trans and nonbinary people in Tennessee. Here's how it started and where its founder, Kayla Gore, wants to take it.
March 31, 2025
Unfilled prescriptions, missed checkups, loneliness: States' anti-LGBTQ+ moves affect health
Most of the extreme bills have failed to pass, but trans adults are watching statehouses with heightened anxiety.
March 19, 2024
WATCH: Advocate Editor Hoping for More LGBT Progress in Second Obama Term
Advocate editor in chief Matthew Breen and National Center for Transgender Equality executive director Mara Keisling discuss their hopes for the second term with MSNBC's Melissa Harris-Perry.
January 21, 2013
The Right Is Using the Anti-Abortion Dobbs Ruling to Attack Trans Care. Will It Work?
After an appeals court cites the Dobbs ruling in upholding a trans care ban, there's cause for concern — but not panic, LGBTQ+ activists say.
July 15, 2023
Voting while transgender: Here’s what you need to know
Transgender Americans face unique challenges accessing the franchise.
October 29, 2024
Transgender Rights Are in the Hands of Massachusetts Voters
There's much public support for maintaining the state's trans-inclusive law, but voters must turn out and vote 'yes' on Question 3 in order to protect trans people.
October 31, 2018
Yes, Republicans who vowed retribution are now admitting Project 2025 is real
Some of Donald Trump’s strongest supporters are celebrating that the far-right agenda will see the light of day.
November 7, 2024
Congressional Democrats Slam GOP Lawmakers For Anti-Trans Legislation
Led by Equality Caucus chair Rep. Mark Pocan, advocates for transgender rights and fellow Democrats vow to stick up for trans kids.
March 8, 2023
‘We have way more power than they think’: Advocates host Trans Folks for Harris Zoom call
The event marks the first time that transgender leaders have mobilized for a presidential candidate.
August 15, 2024
What does WorldPride's travel warning mean for transgender & nonbinary people?
Transgender leaders and organizers respond to Travel fears ahead of WorldPride in Trump’s DC.
April 18, 2025
Two major national transgender rights organizations announce merger
The National Center for Transgender Equality and the Transgender Legal Defense and Education Fund will merge to form a new organiation.
January 19, 2024
LGBTQ+ advocates warn DNC against softening position on trans rights
It is not the time to throw any marginalized people overboard, the groups say.
March 11, 2025
VP Harris to LGBTQ+ Leaders: Equality Discussions Must Be Year-Round
Harris met with activists for Pride Month but stressed that such conversations must be ongoing, as there's still much work to be done.
June 24, 2021
Montana Advances One Anti-Trans Bill, Kills Another
The Montana House approved a bill restricting trans students' sports participation and voted down one banning transition care for minors.
January 27, 2021
Enlistment of Trans Troops Delayed for Six Months
Secretary of Defense James Mattis says the delay will allow more time to study how transgender troops will affect military readiness.
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June 30, 2017
Remembering Frank Kameny: Here's why he was a gay rights pioneer
Kameny sued the federal government after he was fired for being gay, picketed the White House, and did much more to advance the movement. Here's what you need to know about the queer rights icon.
May 20, 2025
Andreja Pejic: Trans People 'Can Change Public Opinion'
Jim Obergefell, a leading advocate for marriage equality, and the world's most famous trans model talk about the adversities faced by transgender people.
February 10, 2016