Johns Hopkins University Blasted Over Its Definition of ‘Lesbian’
Social media users accused the prestigious school of “erasing women.”
JUNE 13, 2023
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Words to the Wise
A glossary of basic sex and gender terms you should know. Note: Terminology is hotly debated and ever-evolving.
DECEMBER 3, 2007
HRC Releases 'Christian Conversation' Guide
The Human Rights Campaign has released 'A Christian Conversation Guide: Creating Safe and Inclusive Spaces for People Who are LGBT.'
JANUARY 24, 2015
Southern Poverty Law Center adds Libs of TikTok creator to extremist hate watchlist
Chaya Raichik’s inclusion on hate watchlist comes after her posts have been linked to bomb threats and other threats of violence.
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APRIL 2, 2024
Elon Musk Mocked for Calling Cisgender a 'Heterosexual Slur'
Elon Musk’s assertion that cisgender was a “heterosexual slur” sparks outrage and ridicule, even among his supporters.
OCTOBER 31, 2023
Republican running for N.C. schools superintendent falsely claims ‘+’ in LGBTQ+ includes pedophilia
The right-wing extremist is running to be in charge of public education in the state.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
History Shows Radical Feminism Was Trans-Inclusive
The Conversations Project's groundbreaking historical investigations shine light on the decades-old ideas of pioneering, trans-affirming radical feminists.
FEBRUARY 3, 2016
Kristen Stewart's Glossary of Queer Innuendos
A brief list of homophobic terms used to describe Kristen Stewart and her 'gal pal.'
AUGUST 13, 2015
Trannyshack No More: Founder Launches Rebranding Effort
Since 1996, San Francisco-based drag event Trannyshack has been drawing crowds. After recent controversy surrounding the name, the event's founder looks to rebrand.
MAY 21, 2014
Libs of TikTok Creator Seems Overjoyed at Report Highlighting Her Dangerous Posts
Chaya Raichik’s posted an image of herself smiling with a copy of USA Today that ran an article on the threats that follow her social media posts.
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
X, formerly Twitter, restricts accounts that use the term ‘cisgender’
It’s the latest attack on transgender people by Elon Musk’s company.
MAY 20, 2024
Women Who Paved the Way: Journalist Lorena Hickok
Today's queer woman to know for Women's History Month is best known for her close relationship with Eleanor Roosevelt, but she's so much more than that.
MARCH 23, 2017
Oklahoma appoints Libs of TikTok creator - who allegedly inspired school bomb threats - to library committee
Even after Oklahoma schools suffered a series of bomb threats after she posted about them, the state government is bringing her in to advise about books in libraries.
JANUARY 30, 2024
15 Old-Timey Names for 'Gay'
Before 'gay' became common and accepted parlance, the world invented its own unofficial terms for men who dug men. Some names were self-created and others were thrust, often cruelly, upon gay, bi, and queer men.
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APRIL 5, 2016
Libs of TikTok Temporarily Removed From ADL's Glossary of Extremism Amid Threats
The removal of the anti-LGBTQ+ Libs of TikTok account and its owner Chaya Raichik follows a string of controversies over her bigoted rhetoric.
OCTOBER 30, 2023
Libs of TikTok's Chaya Raichik Threatens Anti-Defamation League Over Extremist Label
The creator of Libs of TikTok demands her name be removed from ADL’s “Glossary of Extremism.”
OCTOBER 25, 2023
It Gets Better Project changes name amid challenging landscape for LGBTQ+ youth (exclusive)
With a new name and website, the organization adapts its mission to offer broader support for LGBTQ+ youth, navigating challenges and expanding its reach across America.
JANUARY 25, 2024
YAAS, RuPaul's Drag Race Mainstreams Gay Slang
Google Analytics reports show phrases like 'throwing shade' and 'sashay, away' have spiked on social media since the Logo show's debut.
JUNE 3, 2015
Libs of TikTok seemingly ejected from emerging social media platform Bluesky
The account which has targeted LGBTQ+ people again and again appears to be suspended from the hot new online place to be.
DECEMBER 3, 2024
The fight to decolonize queer identity
Explore the profound impact of colonial legacies on LGBTQ+ identities, revealing the urgent need for decolonization and reclamation of languages that reaffirm our identities across cultures.
MARCH 1, 2024
This PFLAG Mom's Message for Mario Lopez: Ignorance Is Not Benign
Not knowing enough about trans children is not a crime, but judging others while refusing to learn the facts is inexcusable.
AUGUST 1, 2019