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Social Media (Except Twitter) Improves LGBTQ+ Safety, More Steps Needed: GLAAD

All five major platforms must do more to protect LGBTQ+ users, according to GLAAD's Social Media Safety Index Platform Scorecard.

California's Effort to End Gendered Pronouns Will Trickle Down

An attempt to incorporate gender-neutral language in government is an enormous step for nonbinary people.

What Is Sweden's New Gender-Neutral Pronoun?

'Hen' may be used to refer to someone whose gender is unknown.

What to know about pronouns for International Pronouns Day

The Trevor Project recently released a helpful guide to gender identities and pronouns.

Tucker Carlson Says There's No Transgender Community

A discussion of gender-neutral pronouns leads him to belittle the concept of community.

Merriam-Webster: Gender-Neutral 'They' Is the Word of 2019

The venerated dictionary noted that "English famously lacks a gender-neutral singular pronoun." 

Buzzcocks' Pete Shelley, Bi Punk Rock Icon, Dies at 63

The queer singer often referenced his sexuality in his music, which eschewed gendered pronouns.

California Court Strikes Down Part of Law Protecting LGBTQ+ Seniors

The 2017 law prohibited employees at care facilities from using anything other than a resident's self-identifying gender and pronouns.

When doctors ignore pronouns, patients pay the price. Here's why

Kelly Goonan writes that asking for pronouns, gender-inclusive language, and specialized training can make a world of difference in healthcare for LGBTQ+ patients.

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.

Cultural Critic and Psych Professor Attacks 'Frozen' as 'Propagandistic'

After making waves by denouncing the use of gender-neutral pronouns on campus, Jordan Peterson has now gone after the modern Disney classic about sisterly love.

Gavin Newsom agrees with anti-trans talking points on yet another MAGA podcast

The California governor spent more than four hours on the Shawn Ryan Show talking about, among other things, trans athletes, gender-affirming care, and "the whole 'pronoun' thing."

7 Florida Bills That Threaten LGBTQ+ Rights Right Now

State lawmakers have targeted gender-affirming care, pronouns, and are even trying to expand "don't say gay" to all grade levels.

Nonbinary Teacher in Florida Fired for Using Mx. Title

The virtual school says its hands are tied due to Florida's "don't say gay" law. However, the teacher has lodged a complaint against it.

Pence Rails Against Trans Kids, Pronouns During Midwest Speaking Swing

Mike Pence has resurfaced in advance of a potential 2024 run and he's taken aim at trans kids.

Tennessee Adds Three More Anti-LGBTQ+ Laws to Its Books

The state leads the nation in anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, "making it increasingly hostile and unlivable" for LGBTQ+ people, says the Human Rights Campaign.

The voice of the NYC subway and her journey to trans euphoria

Bernie Wagenblast, the voice of the New York subway, came out as a trans woman last year. Now, she's sharing what it's like living her authentic life.

Nonbinary job applicants using 'they/them' pronouns are less likely to get hired: report

Openly nonbinary candidates receive a lower response rate than their perceived cisgender peers, according to a new study.

Supreme Court rejects chance to review challenge to transgender-inclusive school policies

The court turned down a case out of Wisconsin, involving a school district that allows students to affirm their trans identity without necessarily notifying their parents.

Florida School District Bans Trans Employees From Using Their Pronouns

The version of Ron DeSantis’s “anti-woke” Florida seems to include restrictions on some people’s speech.