Accused neo-Nazi's trial begins in connection to killing of gay Jewish college student Blaze Bernstein
The trial was delayed in February after the accused neo-Nazi killer threw water at the judge.
APRIL 9, 2024
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Two media insiders are forming a collective advocating for the community
The past decade saw incredible progress in LGBTQ+ representation in media, but recent trends show a concerning decline. Learn how the latest initiative strives to ensure LGBTQ+ stories and creatives can be celebrated and supported.
JULY 19, 2024
Kamala, we need more than just a party invite—we need your voice on trans rights
Despite a strong record on LGBTQ+ issues, Vice President Kamala Harris' recent comments on trans rights leave some feeling overlooked as attacks on the trans community intensify ahead of the 2024 election, writes Marie-Adélina de la Ferrière.
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Out Florida lawmaker defends bill banning kids from social media
LGBTQ+ advocates day the ban would harm queer youth's access to information, but state Rep. Michele Rayner says the harms outweigh the benefits of social media.
JANUARY 25, 2024
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis exits Republican presidential race, backs Donald Trump
The Florida governor came in a distant second in Iowa to former President Donald Trump and is polling a distant third ahead of the New Hampshire primary.
JANUARY 21, 2024
Retired lesbian firefighter wins PTSD disability suit after years of abuse
It's the second time Lori Franchina has challenged – and beaten – her former employer. This time her payday could reach up to $5 million.
MAY 19, 2025
MAGA executive blames Richard Grenell, not homophobic speech, for Kennedy Center firing
Floyd Brown called homosexuality a “punishment” and said that Republican legislators are intimidated by gay staff members who live to work all day and have sex all night.
JUNE 2, 2025
Foul-mouthed homophobic Republican legislator wants seat in Missouri state Senate
Chuck Basye called his opponent an antigay slur, suggested his detractors get anally intimate with a dildo, and posted a photo of a dog's rear as a President Joe Biden ad.
APRIL 2, 2024
From Pride to pain, addiction and overdose are silently killing us
On National Overdose Awareness Day, let's reflect on the impact of substance abuse within the community and how we can support each other in finding acceptance.
AUGUST 31, 2024
The Trevor Project, the LGBTQ+ suicide prevention org, announces Jaymes Black as its new CEO
Black previously led the nonprofit group Family Equality.
JULY 10, 2024
Digital persecution of LGBTQ+ individuals in the MENA region
LGBTQ+ individuals in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region face imprisonment and violence for expressing their identities online, while major platforms like Meta fail to protect them. Human Rights Watch's Rasha Younes writes on how we can create safer digital spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals.
JUNE 11, 2024
After decades of silent protest, advocates and students speak out for LGBTQ+ rights
This year, for the first time, the “Day of Silence” morphed into a day of action called the “Day of (NO) Silence.”
APRIL 13, 2024
Many trans Americans are living in fear. But LGBTQ+ advocates see a reprieve in statehouses
The number of anti-LGBTQ+ bills being signed into law has shifted in the last year, leaving advocates feeling “cautiously optimistic” over a turning of the legislative tide.
APRIL 16, 2024
Hate in "My Holler?" How JD Vance’s rhetoric clashes with Appalachian roots
Can the Republican vice presidential candidate, once queer-friendly, reconcile his past with his harmful policies?
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Duolingo deletes LGBTQ+ content in Russia after complaint
State media reports the popular language learning app and ally self-censored after a complaint from Siberia.
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JUNE 4, 2024
Trans woman arrested for using women's restroom in what could be a first under a Florida law
A 20-year-old resident of Illinois was taken into custody by Capital police and charged with trespassing after she tried to use a women’s restroom at the state Capitol building last month.
APRIL 1, 2025
Russian parliament seeks to ban ‘childfree propaganda’ and adoption by foreign trans families in latest moves
The two bills are the latest in Russian President Vladimir Putin’s attacks on the LGBTQ+ community.
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
United Nations urged to investigate Texas’ anti-LGBTQ+ legislation as ‘human rights crisis’ (exclusive)
Equality Texas, ACLU, GLAAD, and Human Rights Campaign seek global intervention in response to Texas’ systematic attack on transgender rights.
JANUARY 22, 2024
Louisiana is the only state that's never had an out LGBTQ+ state legislator. Here's why
Queer statehouse candidates in Louisiana say running for office was 'traumatic.'
MARCH 5, 2024
Ghana Supreme Court suspends televised hearing on anti-LGBTQ+ legislation
The bill would outlaw all same-sex relations, and imprison those who identify as LGBTQ+ or form pro-LGBTQ+ groups.
MAY 9, 2024