From Stonewall to now: LGBTQ+ elders on navigating fear in dark times
LGBTQ+ elders share what survival looks like under a hostile political regime and their advice to young people right now.
March 18, 2025
CONTACTAbout UsCAREER OPPORTUNITIESADVERTISE WITH USPRIVACY POLICYPRIVACY PREFERENCESTERMS OF USELEGAL NOTICE
© 2025 Pride Publishing Inc.
All Rights reserved
All Rights reserved
By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Private Policy and Terms of Use.
genderaffirming care
How to embrace your true identity: Auntie's tips on disclosure
Auntie's advice and guide to disclosing your true self
March 12, 2025
DOJ drops suit alleging Utah discriminated against trans inmate
The state's Attorney General Derek Brown credits President Donald Trump for the decision and a new attitude from the federal prosecutors.
February 12, 2025
Protecting the rights of LGBTQ+ families in the second Trump presidency
Navigating in a Trump world, family formation attorney Janene Oleaga discusses the challenges and strategies for protecting reproductive rights for LGBTQ+ families
February 11, 2025
Anti-LGBTQ+ policies harm the health of not only LGBTQ+ people, but all Americans
Rigorous and long-standing research demonstrates that LGBTQ+-inclusive policies support safer communities and stronger economies for everyone, while exclusionary laws worsen and limit access to essential services.
February 10, 2025
We need less panic from queer media
As legislation targeting the trans community increases, it is important to ground ourselves in the details of the laws that impact us, writes Riki Wilchins.
February 7, 2025
Protests erupt across U.S. at hospitals complying with Trump's under-19 anti-trans executive order
Demonstrators argue that hospitals should stand as a bulwark against Trump and should care for all of their patients, rather than comply without a fight.
February 7, 2025
Why suffering shouldn't be a prerequisite for trans rights
Why must trans individuals endure anguish to be seen as worthy of respect and care, asks guest writer Julian Applebaum.
January 31, 2025
How to support trans youth and their families amid Trump’s gender-affirming care ban
We must always make it clear that trans youth are loved, valued, and here to stay.
January 31, 2025
Democrat Robert Garcia condemns ‘madman’ Donald Trump’s ‘monstrous’ response to D.C. plane crash
Instead of consoling a grieving nation, the president has tried to score political points by falsely blaming diversity efforts for the tragedy.
January 31, 2025
Department of Justice LGBTQ+ group disbands, fearing for 'the protection of all members' in Trump's admin
An unnamed LGBTQ+ staffer described the new climate in the Department of Justice as "extraordinarily alarming" since Trump took office.
January 31, 2025
Ask Auntie: What does it mean to transition? This is my journey
How do you define your own path to authenticity in the face of adversity? Share your story with Auntie and know that you are never alone.
January 29, 2025
Feds drop charges against Texas doctor who leaked gender-affirming care info to far-right extremist
The charges against Dr. Ethan Haim were dropped after a personal appeal from Missouri Republican U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley to President Donald Trump.
January 27, 2025
Montana Republican's bill would charge parents of trans kids with child abuse
Montana courts overruled a trans health care ban in 2023, but it’s making a comeback.
January 25, 2025
What to know about executive orders as Trump prepares to take office
What are executive orders — and how do presidents use them? Here’s what to know about them and the scope of their power.
January 16, 2025
New Jersey Democratic state Sen. Paul Sarlo calls trans women men and advocates for sports ban
The statements, made by Democratic Senate Deputy Majority Leader Paul Sarlo, reflect an alarming uptick in transphobia among some Democrats.
January 14, 2025
Can trans rights survive in a Republican-controlled Congress?
Here’s what trans people should know about how a new Congress, and the first days of Trump’s presidency, could shape their lives.
January 12, 2025
Transgender youth are terrified of Donald Trump — but they're not losing hope (exclusive)
Ahead of the inauguration, The Advocate asked young trans people about the biggest challenges facing them – and what the rest of us can do to help.
January 6, 2025
Transgender youth endangered as anti-trans defense budget is signed into law by Biden
The newly signed bill bars the military's insurance from covering gender-affirming care for minors.
December 24, 2024
Here are the world's most visited cities and where they stand on LGBTQ+ rights
Some of these cities welcome LGBTQ+ travelers while others punish same-sex sexual relations with the death penalty.
December 18, 2024
Why Laverne Cox says she won't debate transgender rights
The Orange is the New Black actor recently spoke at event for Planned Parenthood where she highlighted the connection between bans on gender-affirming care and bans on abortion.
December 18, 2024