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A disabled college student was bullied for posting about his transition. Meta removed his account

Micah Leroy, who ran the account known as “Disabled Trans Boy” on Instagram, became the subject of a right-wing hate campaign after he posted a video celebrating his top surgery.

Netflix Renews Ryan O'Connell's 'Special' for Season 2

The series is inspired by O'Connell's experience of being a gay man with cerebral palsy.

Ryan O'Connell's Special Is a Loving Gay Tribute to Mom — and Sex Work

The Netflix series is groundbreaking for its portrayal of a gay character with cerebral palsy -- but that's not all.

Ryan O'Connell Is an Unapologetic Gay Disabled Millennial

The blogger turned TV writer is preparing to embark on a journey to turn his story of growing up gay and disabled into a sitcom with the help of Jim Parsons. 

Special's Ryan O'Connell Wants to 'Show the Humanity in Sex Work'

On the LGBTQ&A podcast, Ryan O'Connell talks about showing "awkward, funny, humiliating, affirming" sex on his TV show, Special

What Happened After This Gay Man Crawled Off a Plane

D'Arcee Neal wasn't looking for attention when he resorted to crawling off a United Airlines flight in D.C. He just needed to use the restroom. 

Special's Ryan O'Connell Named a Grand Marshal of LA Pride

O'Connell, who has given visibility to differently abled LGBTQ people, will be given a place of honor at the West Hollywood parade.

Elderly N.C. Couples Demand Marriage Rights

Three couples with pressing medical issues appeal to courts to recognize their marriages before it is too late.

How This Lesbian Handcyclist Is Chasing Her Paralympics Dreams

Lesbian cyclist Ryen Reed hasn't been daunted by either physical challenges or homophobia.

Mary Trump Sues Uncle Donald, Saying He Swindled Millions From Her

The president's outspoken lesbian niece says her uncles and aunt conspired to deny her tens of millions from her grandfather's estate.

Gay British Paralympian Forced to Crawl Off Airplane

British Paralympian Claire Harvey details her humiliating experience on the official airline of the Paralympic Championships October 30. 

Why Your Equality Must Include the Disabled

Black, gay, and in a wheelchair, D'Arcee Charington Neal wants everyone like him to not be shortchanged on experiences.

Virtual GLAAD Awards to Feature Dolly Parton, Lil Nas X, Dwyane Wade

In lieu of an in-person ceremony, the LGBTQ+ media organization is throwing a star-studded virtual fundraiser.

Andrew Gurza's Revolution: Declaring Disabled People Are Hot

The queer activist wants his community to start seeing themselves in a new light.

Finish line

Our pedestrian lesbian mom reaches the city by the bay, meets up with some high-powered friends, and witnesses the impact of her 500-mile journey for equality.