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Heartwarming Sundance hit 'Jimpa' celebrates queer family bonds

The film stars Olivia Colman, John Lithgow, and director Sophie Hyde's child Aug Mason-Hyde.

WATCH: W. Kamau Bell Breaks Down the Difference Between Sex and Gender

W. Kamau Bell clears up a Fox News host's confusion on transgender issues with an easy-to-follow guide.

Women Like Me Have Always Been Part of the Boy Scouts

It's sad that we still see so many different programs in terms of the gender binary. Thankfully, BSA is getting with the times.

Why Montana’s Two-Spirit People Are Challenging A State Law Defining Sex as Binary

“We don’t ascribe to just simply biologic definitions. We acknowledge that there are different genders, and our cultures have always known that there are more than two genders," said Montana Two-Spirit activist David Herrera.

Is the Pope's Environmental Encyclical Anti-transgender?

Calling for 'the acceptance of our bodies as God's gift' appears to send negative signals to transgender people.

A nonbinary Census? American Community Survey tests questions on sexual orientation and gender identity

The latest data collection also tries to use gender-neutral terms throughout.

Dept. of Education: Yes, Title IX Protects Trans Students

The federal Department of Education released new guidance for schools about Title IX's implications for transgender students on Friday. 

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Psst … There’s a Radical Notion in a New Report About Gender Language

'To be culturally literate means knowing how to speak the new language of gender,' says consulting firm sparks & honey in a new report. But within its marketing recommendations lies a thought bomb of radicalism that could truly change society.

'The Advocates' Podcast: NiK Kacy on Why We Need Gender-Equal Fashion

The founder of the first ever androgynous footwear company tells us how shoes can make a better future.

Some trans and nonbinary people may want to change their voices. Gender-affirming vocal coaches can help

Something as simple as the voice they were born with may not sound or feel right. It may not reflect the real them. This is where gender-affirming vocal coaches come in.

Just Deal With It: Married Same-Sex Couples Deal Better With Stress

A new study shows that married same-sex couples are more collaborative.

Why ‘pregnant people’ and other gender-inclusive phrases should be acceptable

“You can’t just wave it away and say, ‘Oh, these are made up terms so they’re no good,’” one linguist said. “All language is made up, and it’s made up because we have a need to say things.”

Why New York Just Became the Best Place to Be Trans

The New York City Commission on Human Rights today unveiled new guidelines aimed at protecting the rights of gender-variant New Yorkers.

These 9 countries have issued trans travel advisories to the U.S.

Donald Trump's attack on trans rights have led to some countries warning LGBTQ+ people about traveling to the U.S.

Op-ed: 'But You Can't Really Be Her Mom'

Transgender activism in the age of parenting.

Pope Francis Denounces Concept of Gender Choice

“Today, in schools they are teaching this to children — to children! — that everyone can choose their gender,” the pope says, none too pleased.

Survey: More Americans Know a Trans Person, Yet Acceptance Unchanged

A Pew Research Center survey finds more acquaintance with trans people and those who prefer gender-neutral pronouns, but comfort levels haven't moved in recent years.

ART: Performing Gender

'Durational' perfomance pieces explore sexual and gender expression through art.

Kentucky Allowed to Enforce Trans Care Ban, Appeals Court Rules

The Sixth Circuit had ruled similarly in a case out of Tennessee.

Newest Tool to Battle Transphobia: Puppets

An actor in a new puppet-based video series for students says storytelling is how we'll break down the gender norms that hold us all back.

Boy Scouts to Allow Transgender Kids

The change is effective immediately.